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EF-EXHIBIT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Jake Sykes Legislative Assistant,Council District 4 jake.s�tkes�hawaiicountv.�ov j (808)961-8536 i Hawaii County Council Searches for County Auditor The Hawaii County Council seeks interested and eligible applicants to fill the position of County Auditor. The primary duty of the County Auditor is to conduct performance and/or financial audits of programs, services, funds, and operations of any County agency, executive agency, or program, a as set forth by the County Auditor in an annual audit plan that is transmitted to the County Council and the Mayor and filed with the County Clerk as a public record. 3 The County Auditor—formerly known as the Legislative Auditor before voters approved a charter amendment in 2020—directly oversees an independent office of three audit analysts and an administrative assistant. "The County Auditor's Office plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and accountability," said Council Member Ashley Kierkiewicz, Chair of the County Auditor Ad Hoc Committee. "We envision the Auditor's work to strengthen the County's ability to serve the community by identifying ways to enhance processes as well as improve effectiveness and efficiency of services." A qualified candidate possesses 1) adequate professional proficiency for the office demonstrated by relevant certification, such as certification as a certified internal auditor or certified public accountant or an advanced degree in a relevant field, and 2) at least three years of general auditing experience which shall include a minimum of one year's experience in the field of government auditing. The annual salary for the County Auditor position is $126,420. The County also provides an excellent benefits package and a healthy retirement plan.