The purpose of the UISD Internal Audit Department is to strengthen the District’s ability to create, protect, and sustain value by providing the Board and management with independent, risk-based, and objective assurance, advice, insight, and foresight.

The internal audit department enhances the following for the District:

• Successful achievement of its objectives.
• Governance, risk management, and control processes.
• Decision-making and oversight.
• Reputation and credibility with its stakeholders.
• Ability to serve the public interest.

The objectives of internal auditing are to assist the board, superintendent, and management of the district in the effective discharge of their responsibilities by furnishing them with analyses, appraisals, recommendations, counsel, and information concerning the activities reviewed and by promoting effective control at a reasonable cost.

The Internal Auditor reports administratively to the Superintendent and functionally to the Board of Trustees.

The purpose, authority, and responsibility of the Internal Audit Dept. are formally defined in Board Policy CFC Local.

The Internal Audit Dept. adheres to The Institute of Internal Auditors’ Global Internal Audit Standard and the District’s Policies and Procedures.

If you have any additional questions or comments, please contact the Internal Audit Department at 956-473-6252.