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Audit Committee
Public Member Selections

Thank You for Your Interest. The Selection Process Is Underway.

The application period has now closed, and the selection process is underway. Submitted applications are being reviewed, and selected candidates will be contacted to participate in interviews as the County evaluates each applicant’s experience, qualifications, commitment to public service, and ability to contribute to the work of the Committee.

The County extends its sincere appreciation to all community members who expressed interest in serving and to each applicant who took the time to submit an application. The strong level of participation reflects the community’s continued interest in transparent government, effective oversight, and the responsible management of public resources.

What Public Transparency Means and Why It Matters

Learn how open meetings, posted agendas, public comment, accessible meeting materials, and approved action minutes help strengthen accountability and public confidence in Audit Committee oversight.

Explore Transparency Guide › 

Independent Oversight
for Public Trust

Learn how the Audit Committee strengthens accountability, supports effective governance, and promotes responsible stewardship of public resources through structured audit oversight.

View Purpose and Oversight › 

Audit Committee Membership

The Audit Committee is an advisory body established by the Board of Supervisors to enhance transparency, accountability, and integrity in County government through independent oversight of governance, risk management, internal controls, and internal audit activities.

Voting Members

Ben J. Benoit

Ben J. Benoit
Chair
Department: Riverside County Auditor-Controller’s Office
Title: Riverside County Auditor-Controller

Karen Spiegel

Karen Spiegel
Member
Department: County of Riverside Board of Supervisors
Title: Supervisor, Second District

Yxstian Gutierrez

Yxstian Gutierrez
Member
Department: County of Riverside Board of Supervisors
Title: Supervisor, Fifth District

Jeff A. Van Wagenen Jr.

Jeff A. Van Wagenen Jr.
Vice Chair
Department: County of Riverside Executive Office
Title: County Executive Officer

Jon J. Jensen

Jon J. Jensen, CPP
Member
Department: Riverside County Auditor-Controller’s Office
Title: Assistant Auditor-Controller

Public Member selection in progress

Public Member
Selection in Progress
Department: Public / Community Representative
Title: Qualified Public Member
Pending Appointment

Public Member selection in progress

Public Member
Selection in Progress
Department: Public / Community Representative
Title: Qualified Public Member
Pending Appointment

 

Non-Voting Advisory Members

These members support the Audit Committee in a non-voting capacity through legal, administrative, internal audit, and government relations support.

Minh Tran

Minh Tran
Legal Counsel
Department: County of Riverside Office of County Counsel
Title: County Counsel

Kimberly Rector

Kimberly Rector
Committee Secretary
Department: County of Riverside Clerk of the Board
Title: Clerk of the Board

Rene Casillas

Rene Casillas, CPA, CRMA
Internal Audit Support
Department: Riverside County Auditor-Controller’s Office
Title: Internal Audits Division Deputy

Jeremy Smith

Jeremy Smith
Government Relations Support
Department: Riverside County Auditor-Controller’s Office
Title: Government Relations Division Deputy

View purpose, oversight, and member responsibilities › 

Brown Act & Public Transparency Guidelines

The Audit Committee is committed to open meetings and public transparency in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Agendas are publicly posted and approved action minutes are maintained as part of the official County record.

Review Brown Act Guidelines › 

Meeting Calendar

View upcoming Audit Committee meetings, posted agendas, approved minutes, and related public materials.

View Meeting Calendar › 

Contact the Audit Committee

Office of the Auditor-Controller
Audit Committee Support
(951) 955-3800
[email protected]

4080 Lemon Street, 6th Floor
Riverside, CA 92501

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Report Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

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Thank You for Your Interest in Serving Riverside County

Application Period Closed  

The application period for the two Public Member positions on the Riverside County Audit Committee has closed. We thank every resident and business leader who expressed an interest in serving, as well as each applicant who took the time to submit an application. The selection process is now underway, and selected candidates will be contacted directly regarding interviews and next steps.

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