My Accomplishments as State Auditor

Joseph Maestas is implementing his vision to modernize and strengthen the Office of State Auditor to meet the needs of New Mexicans in the 21st Century.

Accomplishments

  • Implemented New Reorganization and Hybrid Telework Policy

  • New Executive Team

  • Strengthened administrative, conservatorship review, and legal services

  • Launched New Intern Program In Partnership with Universities

  • Reduced Staff Vacancy RateImplementing New, Multi-Year Full Financial Compliance Strategy for Small Public Bodies

  • Freed up $2.4M in withheld capital outlay

  • Potential to free up an additional $2.2M

  • Called for an audit of the statewide financial system

  • Ensuring Opioid Settlement Funds are spent appropriately

  • Implemented a streamlined new case management system for fraud complaints and investigations

  • Reduced Costs by Closing Unoccupied Albuquerque Office