Director of Internal Audit and Advisory Services
University of the Pacific C ALIF OR NI A'S P R I VAT E UNI V ER SI T Y OF C HOICE University of the Pacific is a
The campus in Sacramento, the
Under the leadership of President
comprehensive national university
state’s capital, is home to the
Christopher Callahan, Pacific has
located in northern California, with
McGeorge School of Law and the
the ambitious goal of becoming the
campuses in Stockton, Sacramento
new School of Health Sciences, while
best student-centered comprehensive
and San Francisco. Established
the downtown San Francisco campus
university in the nation. His focus
in 1851, it is California’s first and
houses the renowned Arthur A.
includes the personalized learning
oldest university and is ranked by
Dugoni School of Dentistry.
that is a hallmark of Pacific,
the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher
Pacific takes pride in providing
expanding on-campus and off-
Education in the Top 100 nationally
the highly personalized and
campus experiential learning
and the Top 20 in the West.
caring educational, social and
opportunities coupled with service to
More than 6,300 students attend
residential environments of a small
communities, accelerating the pace
the three campuses. The Stockton
college combined with the choices
of innovation and becoming a model
Campus is home to most of the
and opportunities of a major
for diversity, equity and inclusion.
university’s undergraduate programs
comprehensive university. Pacific
Pacific has recruited new vice
and a variety of graduate programs
graduates rank in the top 2 percent
presidents for Academic Affairs,
in six schools and colleges: College
in the nation in lifetime earnings.
Enrollment Strategy, Student Life,
of the Pacific (liberal arts and
The university focuses on experiential
Finance, Development and the
sciences), Eberhardt School of
learning in which students serve the
school’s first VP for Diversity, Equity
Business, Thomas J. Long School of
community in more than a dozen
and Inclusion. There also are new
Pharmacy, School of Engineering and
clinics focused on legal aid, oral
deans in the College of the Pacific,
Computer Science, Conservatory of
health care, speech, audiology,
School of Engineering and Computer
Music and Benerd College. Stockton
diabetes screening, vaccinations
Science, Eberhardt School of Business
also is home to the university’s 17
and more.
and the William Knox Holt Memorial
Division I athletics programs.
Library and Learning Center.
2%
14:1
In career earnings
Student/faculty ratio
(Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce)
#
19
Best Universities in the West (Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education, 2022)
A B OU T PACIFIC
The University has three campuses— in Sacramento, San Francisco and Stockton—placing us in three of the most diverse and dynamic cities in the nation. S TO C K TON
SACR AMEN TO
SAN FRANCISCO
Pacific’s 175-acre Stockton Campus is
The Sacramento Campus occupies 13
Located in the bustling South of Market
widely recognized as one of the most
acres, three miles from the California
area in downtown San Francisco, the
beautiful college campuses in the West.
State Capitol and within reach of Napa
campus offers a gateway to one of the
Home to undergraduate, graduate and
Valley, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, Reno and
country's most vibrant cities and provides
professional programs, the campus
San Francisco. The Sacramento Campus
graduate and professional students
has a large undergraduate residential
is an interdisciplinary center offering
opportunities to impact the community
population with robust activities, events,
programs at the intersection of law,
through hands-on clinical experiences.
arts, entertainment, recreation and
health care, educational leadership
Home of the top-rated Dugoni School
sports. Located in the heart of one
and public policy. The campus houses
of Dentistry and graduate programs
of the country's most diverse cities,
the McGeorge School of Law and the
in audiology, music therapy and data
students are within reach of Sacramento,
new School of Health Sciences.
science, the San Francisco Campus
San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, the Napa
offers easy access to world-class
Valley and Yosemite.
arts, culture, theater, sports, historic landmarks, parks and restaurants.
SACR AME N TO
S TO C K TON Main Campus
SA N F R A N C I S CO
Student Body Profile
989 Sacramento
4,594 Stockton
AS OF FALL 2022
3,294 Undergraduate 1,578 Professional
1,405 Graduate
694 San Francisco ENROLLMEN T BY C AMP U S
0.5% 2.6% 8.8% 36%
4.8%
UND ERGR ADUAT E E T HNICI T Y BR E AK DOW N American Indian/Alaskan Native Asian
18%
Black, non-Hispanic Hispanic/Latino Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White, non-Hispanic Multi-ethnic
0.5%
4%
International Unknown/Other
25%
GEND ER
54% Female
46% Male
14:1
S T UD EN T/ FACULT Y R AT IO
Student Life Pacific students receive personalized education in small class settings, allowing them to form meaningful relationships with professors and engage deeply in their field of study. In addition, students at University of the Pacific enjoy a vibrant campus life, with activities and events for a diversity of interests, including: Student Organizations: more than 150 student-led clubs
Greek Life: 11 social fraternities and sororities, 15
and organizations on the Stockton campus alone in addition
professional fraternities and the Multicultural Greek Council
to professional organizations across our three campuses NCAA Division I Sports: 10 women’s teams and seven men’s teams competing mostly in the West Coast Conference Arts and Culture: theatre productions in Long Theatre, concerts in Faye Spanos Concert Hall, exhibitions in Reynolds Art Gallery and movies in the Janet Leigh Theatre
Student Government Arts & Entertainment: exclusive and fun activities for students such as concerts, game nights, off-campus excursions and more Guest Speakers: recent presenters include former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, PBS NewsHour anchor Judy Woodruff, Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll,
Athletic Recreational Activities: 11 active sport clubs and
former Cisco CEO John Chambers and Dr. Philip Ewell, music
a wide variety of intramural sports
theory professor and author of “Confronting Racism and Sexism in American Music Theory”
Our Values Our shared values are at the heart of who we are as Pacificans and represent what we do best. Our values guide and shape our students' success by defining the essence of what a Pacific education means. This affirmed set of values builds students pride and sense of belonging to the university and transforms their Pacific experience into lasting loyalty. Our values also support our faculty and staff development and engagement through a shared sense of purpose and identity. They foster a culture that recognizes and rewards the talents and commitment of our people, and cultivate an environment of innovation, inclusiveness and respect.
AC AD EM IC E XCELLE N CE We have high academic standards with a focus on teaching, scholarship and experiential learning. We invest in individualized attention and long-term relationships that build human potential.
COM M U N I T Y E N GAGEM EN T We are committed to learning from and enhancing our communities. We share a sense of purpose and pride in what we accomplish together.
D I V E R SI T Y AN D IN CLU SION We respect all individuals and embrace the richness that our diversity brings to us as an educational community. We recognize and honor differences, creativity and bridging what is distinct to create an inclusive environment.
IN T EGR I T Y AN D ACCOU N TA BILI T Y We demonstrate integrity in our actions. We strive to always do the right thing and hold ourselves and others accountable.
R E SP E C T AN D CI V ILI T Y We demonstrate authentic respect for others and a willingness to engage in genuine discourse. We seek to establish common ground and ways to connect with others. We honor and value one another.
S T U D EN T - CE N T E R E D Our students come first in everything we do. Student impact is an important consideration in every decision we make.
The Opportunity The Director of Internal Audit and Advisory Services is responsible for the University’s internal audit operations and for providing advisory services to the University’s schools, departments, and divisions on risk and compliance matters. A primary focus is partnership with the University’s leadership and schools, departments, and divisions to understand and mitigate significant risks. The position reports to the Board of Regents Audit Committee and administratively reports to the Chief Financial Officer.
Essential Qualifications Serve as an advisor and partner to University leadership and the University’s schools, departments, and divisions on understanding, mitigation, reporting and/or managing risk and compliance matters as requested. Assist University leadership in the development of and changes to the University’s risk register, as well as assist schools, departments, and divisions in the development of their own risk registers when requested. Advise and support the University’s newly formed Risk Oversight Committee, a committee focused on understanding and allocating resources to mitigate the University’s most significant risks. Develop the University’s annual internal audit plan in collaboration with and approval of University leadership, prioritizing audits of operations and matters that represent a relatively high probability of occurrence and high potential impact. Schedule, perform, manage the scope of, and write all internal audit reports.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a business/accounting/finance field. Five (5) years of experience in related field. A Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or any similar certification.
Preferred Qualifications Two (2) years of Higher Education work experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to partner and collaborate with a broad spectrum of constituents. Advanced knowledge of theories and systems of internal controls (financial, management, and information systems), financial analysis, auditing practices and
Schedule, perform and write all internal audit follow-up reports as necessary. As necessary, present internal audit reports to University Leadership, the Board of Regents Audit Committee and relevant schools, departments, and divisions. Perform investigations as requested by University leadership and/or the Board of Regents. Identify and coordinate with external experts when needed for specific audits and/or investigations.
procedures and legal compliance. Excellent project management skills; demonstrated ability to work independently and achieve audit objectives on multiple, complex projects running simultaneously and complete projects by required due dates. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice,
Coordinate and communicate with the University’s external auditor as necessary.
equity and inclusion in a university setting.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
practices and knowledge in their work.
Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive
President's House, Stockton Campus
How to Apply University of the Pacific is currently accepting applications for this position. Applicants will be required to upload a cover letter and current resume, as well as provide contact information for three professional references with their online application.
SUBMIS SION P OR TAL
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University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression or mental or physical disability. The university will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.
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