Utah Transit Authority

UTAH TRANSIT AUTHORITY Director of Internal Audit Utah Transit Authority provides integrated mobility solutions to service life’s connections, improve public health and enhance quality of life. ABOUT UTA UTA was founded on March 3, 1970 after residents from Salt Lake City and the surrounding communities of Murray, Midvale, Sandy, and Bingham voted to form a public transit district. For the next 30 years, UTA provided residents in the Wasatch Front with transportation in the form of bus service. During this time, UTA also expanded its operations to include express bus routes, paratransit service, and carpool and vanpool programs. Today, with more than 1,400 square miles, UTA has one of the largest coverage areas of any public transportation in the country. Our services have grown to include light rail, bus rapid transit, and commuter rail lines. UTA provides public transportation to 80 percent of Utah residents and serves 75 cities in six counties. Each day, UTA’s team THE POSITION of more than 2,000 bus and rail operators, maintenance The Director of Internal Audit plays a critical role in personnel, and administrative employees keep the getting things done at UTA. This is a senior-level position agency on the road to Utah’s public transportation future. reporting to the Board of Trustees and completes financial, operational, asset, and performance audit assignments. Additionally, the Director of Internal Audit serves as UTA’s Ethics Officer and conducts investigations for ethics allegations, complaints of impropriety, and conflicts of interest. Major Upcoming Initiatives: • Annual Audit Plan • Operations and Management Audit • Audits of policies, procedures, and performance and recommends forward-looking improvements Click on the image to view the video “Pioneer Spirit” by UTA • Income Audits • Asset Audits UTA GOVERNANCE AND FUNDING • Project Audits, especially those concerning Governance Structure development The Utah Transit Authority is a public agency governed • Computer systems and data processing audits by a three-person, full-time Board of Trustees. Each member of the Board represents a different geographic • Compliance review on past audits region of UTA’s service area. These are currently divided as To learn more go to: rideuta.com follows: • Salt Lake County VISION • Davis, Weber, and Box Elder Counties Provide an integrated system of innovative, accessible and efficient public transportation • Utah and Tooele Counties services that increase access to opportunities and The Chair of the Board of Trustees is appointed by the contribute to a healthy environment for the people Governor of the State of Utah. The Board of Trustees hires of the Wasatch region. an Executive Director to manage the agency. Additionally, UTA uses a nine-member Local Advisory S-Line Council composed of appointees designated by a The S-Line is Utah’s first modern trolley and connects variety of Councils of Government to provide additional residential and commercial areas in Sugar House and representation of UTA’s constituents. South Salt Lake City. The two-mile line provides riders with a convenient and neighborhood-friendly way to visit Major Funding Sources parks, shops, and restaurants and connect with TRAX and In order to provide quality transit services along the bus lines. The line runs in a historic rail corridor alongside Wasatch Front, UTA draws funding from a variety of a bike and pedestrian greenway with connections to the sources, mainly a local option sales tax raised by the cities Parley’s Trail system. and counties it serves. A basic breakdown of where UTA FrontRunner receives its funding is listed below: In April 2008, UTA introduced the state’s first commuter 66% - Local option sales tax rail line, FrontRunner, to the public. The line was 16% - Federal preventative maintenance funds expanded to 89 miles in 2012, and it now connects Utah, 15% - Fares Salt Lake, Davis, and Weber counties. 1% - Investments Unlike TRAX, which is powered by overhead electrical 1% - Advertising wires, FrontRunner is a push/pull diesel-electric 1% - Other locomotive system complete with bi-level cab cars and refurbished single-level cars. FrontRunner can travel at SIGNATURE TRANSIT SERVICES speeds up to 79 mph along its 89-mile corridor. Bus Rapid Transit Often referred to as “light rail on rubber tires,” bus rapid IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE transit (BRT) is an innovative, high-capacity public The next Director of Internal Audit will, through good transit solution. This permanent, integrated system uses communication and fair assessments, be a respected specialized buses on roadways and dedicated lanes senior leader for UTA. The Board of Trustees wants this to quickly and efficiently transport passengers to their position to be viewed as a partner with operational destinations. departments, and the Director will be a team player looking to fix issues that helps UTA better meet its UTA operates two BRT lines called MAX lines. The 3500 mission and deliver transit services to the public. The South MAX (connecting Magna to West Valley Central Director will be interactive, thorough, positive, and Station and the Millcreek TRAX station) and the UVX nonthreatening. At the same time, the Director needs Line (Utah Valley Express), which connects Utah Valley to be firm and capable of holding a stance in the face of University/Orem Central Station to the campus of pressure. Brigham Young University and the Provo Central Station. Specific technical expertise in transit programs isn’t TRAX absolutely necessary, but would be useful. Past work For more than 20 years, UTA’s TRAX light rail system has experience working with carried passengers through Salt Lake County. In 2016, funding agencies at the the TRAX system provided more than 19.5 million rides State, local, and Federal across 45 miles and nine municipalities. TRAX service now level would provide runs on three lines with 60 stations and provides access a comprehensive to key business districts and residential areas. view of UTA’s funding TRAX has three lines: the Blue Line from Draper to streams and an downtown Salt Lake City; the Red Line from South Jordan understanding to the University of Utah; and the Green Line, which of the intricacies runs from West Valley City to the Salt Lake International of transit Airport. revenue and operations. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE This position is open until filled. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of six work-related references (two supervisors, two direct reports and two colleagues) by the first resume review date of Friday, October 8, 2021. Resume should reflect years and months of employment, beginning/ending dates as well as size of staff and budgets you have managed.. Please go to our website to submit your application: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/1850 For further information contact: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business AND current license as a Certified Internal Auditor or Andrew Nelson Certified Public Accountant CPS HR Consulting • At least seven years of professional public accounting (916) 471-3329 or audit experience, with three years or more in a [email protected] supervisory or management role preferred. Website: www.cpshr.us An equivalent combination of relevant education Resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria and experience may be considered. UTA reserves the outlined in this brochure. Candidates with the most right to determine the equivalencies of education and relevant qualifications will be given preliminary experience. interviews by the consultants. Candidates deemed most qualified will be referred to UTA. Selected candidates COMPENSATION will be invited to participate in further interview and Compensation and benefit package will be competitive selection activities. An appointment will be made and negotiable within the range depending on the following comprehensive reference and background experience and qualifications of the chosen candidate. checks. It is complemented by an attractive benefits package, including: • Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance • Additional 457 Retirement – UTA will match $2 of every $3 you invest up to 2% of your annual salary • Potential to convert up to 900 hours to retiree medical funds • Free transit passes for the employee and family • A variety of wellness incentives, including a free onsite health clinic and fitness center • Paid vacation, sick leave, and 11 holidays • Disability, Basic, and Life Insurance.

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