Chief Internal Auditor

Posted Sep 17, 2026. Application deadline Oct 16, 2026. Located in Chicago, IL.

About the role

The Chief Internal Auditor provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the Authority’s governance, risk management, internal control, financial, operational, and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and administer the Authority’s full-time internal auditing program in accordance with the Illinois Fiscal Control and Internal Auditing Act and applicable professional standards and ethical requirements.
• Serve a five‑year term appointed by the Executive Director, reporting directly to the Executive Director with direct communication access to the governing board as needed.
• Maintain independence of the internal audit function, ensuring no operational or managerial responsibilities that could impair audit independence.

Pay

Salary: $130,000.00 – $140,000.00 annually.

Schedule

Full‑time.