Senior Program Performance Auditor and Program Performance Auditor I/II - Office of the City Auditor
City of San Jose San Jose, California, United States
- Location: San Jose, California, United States
- Categories: Accounting and Finance
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Aug 07, 2026
Job Description:
Senior Program Performance Auditor and Program Performance Auditor I/II - Office of the City Auditor
Description
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY) , or via email at [email protected] .
About the Department
About the Office of the City Auditor
San José’s Office of the City Auditor plays a key role in improving the efficiency, effectiveness, and equity of services provided to the city’s nearly 1 million residents. Through independent, objective performance audits, we evaluate City operations and make recommendations to improve programs and services across the organization. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on City government and the quality of life for residents in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Position Duties
The Office of the City Auditor is seeking motivated individuals dedicated to improving government and services to San José residents.
The City of San José Office of the City Auditor is hiring for multiple Performance Auditors. We are recruiting for a Senior Program Performance Auditor or Program Performance Auditor I/II positions to lead or support City Council assigned performance audits of City operations
- Senior Program Performance Auditors typically lead and coordinate all aspects of audits, including identifying areas of inquiry, developing audit programs, overseeing data collection and analysis, preparing audit findings and reports, and directing the work of other auditors to achieve audit objectives.
- Program Performance Auditor I/IIs typically serve as audit team members. They analyze complex operations, financial and organizational issues, evaluate alternatives, develop fact-based findings and recommendations to improve City services.
Audit subjects vary widely and may include public safety, parks and libraries, community and economic development, and other City programs.
It is required for candidates to attach a cover letter and resume to their application.
Minimum Qualifications
Program Performance Auditor I
Bachelor’s Degree. The Program Performance Auditor I position is an entry level position.
Program Performance Auditor II
Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of relevant experience in performance auditing.
Senior Program Performance Auditor
Bachelor’s Degree. A Master’s Degree or professional certification is preferred. Senior Program Performance Auditors generally, require five (5) years of performance auditing experience.
Other Qualifications
Other Qualifications
- Knowledge of government programs and operations and Government Auditing Standards.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, writing, creative problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Salaries and Benefits
Annual salary and placement commensurate with experience:
Senior Program Performance Auditor: $135,902 to $178,973
Program Performance Auditor II: $110,745 to $145,887
Program Performance Auditor I: $93,386 to $123,014
We offer comprehensive health, benefit, and retirement packages, and generous leave offerings including four weeks of paid annual leave, additional paid sick leave, and 15 paid City holidays. This position is part of the City’s unclassified management unit which provides $2,000 annually for professional development.
Additional Information:
Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.
Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email [email protected] and we will research the status of your application.
AI and the Hiring Process
We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.
The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits pagefor detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.
For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification.
In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks siteto explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous