Deputy Auditor General

William Thomson was appointed Deputy Auditor General effective October 23, 2000. Mr. Thomson assists the Auditor General in managing the Office’s day-to-day operations. His other responsibilities include strategic planning, internal communications, and the development and implementation of new functions assigned the Office by the Legislature.

Mr. Thomson previously served as director of the Performance Audit Division from 1982 until his appointment. Prior to joining the Office in 1978, Mr. Thomson worked in performance auditing for the Utah Legislative Auditor General. Mr. Thomson has a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (MPA) from Brigham Young University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement, also from Brigham Young University.