Compliance Investigator 3/4

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

3d

About The Position

At Ethics Administration, we strive to achieve compliance by governmental officials, public employees, candidates, and lobbyists, and provide public access to disclosed information. Our mission is to provide staff support for the Louisiana Board of Ethics by administering and enforcing Louisiana's conflicts of interest legislation, campaign finance disclosure requirements, and lobbyist disclosure laws and registration. The Compliance Investigator 3/4 position conducts investigations and performs legal research to support the enforcement of Louisiana's ethics, campaign finance, and lobbyist disclosure laws. An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies: Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement. Displaying Expertise: The ability to demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject-matter expertise in diverse and evolving contexts. Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning. Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions. Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit. Displaying Professionalism: The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others. Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies. Managing Time: The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals. Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.

Requirements

• Five years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses; OR A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses; OR An advanced degree plus one year of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses.
• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex investigations involving alleged violations of the Louisiana Code of Governmental Ethics, Campaign Finance Disclosure Act, and Lobbyist Disclosure Act.
• Gather and analyze evidence through interviews, records research, and review of public and confidential documents.
• Prepare investigative reports and present findings to support legal proceedings.
• Perform legal research and assist attorneys with hearings, subpoenas, and case preparation.
• Maintain investigation records, review audit reports, and perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level