The Audit Director serves as a senior leader within the Office of Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management, reporting directly to the Vice President for Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management. The Director provides strategic and operational oversight to the University Audit function, leading the development and execution of a dynamic, risk-based audit plan aligned with institutional priorities. This role oversees financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits; as well as special reviews, investigations, and advisory engagements. The Director will will ensure adherence to professional auditing standards while delivering meaningful insight that strengthens governance, internal controls, and organizational performance, and proactively identifies emerging risks.
The Audit Director will position University Audit with a forward-focused posture by advancing innovative audit and advisory approaches, expanding the strategic use of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI), while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence. By leveraging technology, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and developing audit talent, the Director will elevate the department’s impact—shifting beyond traditional assurance activities to provide proactive, value-added risk intelligence that supports informed decision-making and long-term institutional resilience.
Old Dominion University invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Audit Director. Interested, qualified individuals who wish to be considered as candidates, on a confidential basis, should provide a copy of their curriculum vitae or resume along with a brief letter of interest detailing key accomplishments in each leadership role held.
Additional information about the position is available on the Search Website.
Confidential inquiries, nominations, and applications should be sent via email to:
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