Overview and Membership

The Audit Committee is charged with providing supervision to the Office of Internal Audit; approving and managing changes to the annual internal audit work plan; monitoring corrective action plans implemented in response to external audits and reviews; and monitoring Risk Management issues of the district. The Audit Committee generally meets quarterly on the first Tuesday of the month (except September) for an Audit review from 2:00 -4:00 p.m.

Committee Membership:

• Evan Briggs (Chair)
• Joe Mizrahi (Member)
• Liza Rankin (Member)

2024-25 Committee Meeting Agendas and Materials

Please note: meeting agendas are posted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting.

• March 4, 2025
  • Agenda
  • Minutes
• December 3, 2024
  • Agenda
  • Minutes
• September 17, 2024
  • Agenda (Updated 9/16)
  • Minutes

Audit Committee Public Advisor

The School Board is seeking the expertise of independent and objective Public Advisors from the community for the School Board Audit Committee. Public Advisors hold volunteer, non-voting positions and serve with three School Board Directors on the Audit Committee.

The Audit Committee is a standing committee of the School Board chartered under Board Policy No. 1240, Committees to:

• Provide supervision to the Office of Internal Audit, which reports to the Audit Committee, as outlined in Board Policy 6550 – Internal Audit Policy, and Board Procedure 6550BP – Internal Audit Procedure.
• Monitor corrective action plans implemented in response to external audits and reviews conducted by the Washington State Auditors’ Office, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, and other outside agencies and contractors.
• Monitor Risk Management issues of the District. The Office of Internal Audit, which reports to the Audit Committee, provides independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the District’s operations.

The Office of Internal Audit, which reports to the Audit Committee, provides independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the District’s operations.

Role and Responsibilities

Public Advisors hold volunteer, non-voting positions and should, through education or experience, possess knowledge in performance auditing, accounting, finance, management, operations, and information technology needed to evaluate the District’s financial reports, internal and external audits and reviews, and implementation of the District’s corrective action activities. Candidates possessing certifications as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are preferred. Governmental and school-district specific experience is also preferred but not required. Public Advisors shall be residents of King County.

Time Commitment

Public Advisors will generally serve staggered two-year terms with the option to renew (initial terms may be shortened to allow for staggering). The Audit Committee reserves the right to terminate a public advisor’s term early if necessary.

Public Advisors participate in quarterly meetings of the Audit Committee, which meet in person, or virtually via Teams, in September, December, March, and June. A time commitment of up to 10-15 hours per quarter is expected, encompassing both meeting preparation and meeting time.

Independence and Objectivity

Public Advisors are expected to serve as independent and objective experts to help improve the District’s operations. Public Advisors must adhere to the District’s Ethics Policy and disclose any real or perceived conflicts to their independence. Public Advisors may not be a District employee or have direct or indirect business dealings with the District.

Apply to Serve as a Public Advisor to the Audit Committee

The School Board is accepting volunteer applications from community members interested in serving as Public Advisors. Applications will be reviewed, and appointments will be made by the Audit Committee chair.

To apply, submit an application online. All relevant information should be provided within the application form, with the exception of a resume, which may be submitted by email as a PDF document. Questions and PDF resumes should be directed to the School Board Office at boardoffice@seattleschools.org.

Interviews may be scheduled with some or all applicants.

Submitted materials will be subject to public disclosure under the Washington State Public Records Act and may be posted publicly online with board meeting materials.