Deputy Independent Policing Auditor

Arlington County Government • Arlington, VA

5d • $111,509 - $172,806 • Hybrid

About The Position

Arlington County is seeking a Deputy Independent Policing Auditor to support the County’s independent police oversight and accountability efforts. Reporting to the Independent Policing Auditor, the position evaluates and participates in investigations of public complaints to promote accountability, transparency, and public confidence in law enforcement through findings and recommendations.

The Deputy Independent Policing Auditor serves as a professional staff liaison to the Community Oversight Board (COB), providing research, analysis, and recommendations to support the Board’s work. The role also assists with community outreach and public engagement initiatives that foster trust, transparency, and meaningful dialogue between the community and law enforcement. It requires independent judgment, objectivity, discretion, and sound analytical skills in evaluating sensitive, complex, and often high-profile matters.

The position generally works Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Flexibility is required for evening meetings and events and for responding to time-sensitive matters outside regular business hours. Occasional work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, is required. The recruitment is open until filled, with a preferred filling date of November 12, 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Law, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Significant professional experience in auditing, investigations, compliance, law enforcement oversight, or closely related work.
• Experience conducting objective reviews or investigations of complex and sensitive matters.
• Ability to translate findings into clear, well-supported recommendations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with community members, public officials, law enforcement personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, objectivity, and discretion when evaluating sensitive and complex matters.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree, Juris Doctor (JD), or other advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience conducting administrative investigations, audits, or independent reviews involving law enforcement, public safety, civil rights, or governmental accountability.
• Experience analyzing law enforcement policies, practices, use-of-force incidents, or other complex operational or compliance matters.
• Experience developing clear, evidence-based findings and policy, training, or procedural recommendations.
• Experience presenting complex or sensitive findings to public bodies, community stakeholders, senior officials, or law enforcement personnel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews and audits of law enforcement policies, practices, training, operations, and outcomes, including use-of-force incidents, and develop findings and recommendations for improvement.
• Review complaints alleging police misconduct, participate in administrative investigations and interviews, and monitor investigations for thoroughness, accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to complaints, arrests, use of force, and other law enforcement activities to identify trends and inform policy, training, and accountability recommendations.
• Prepare and present reports, analyses, investigative findings, audit results, and recommendations to the Community Oversight Board, County staff, and the public.
• Provide professional staff support and guidance to the Community Oversight Board, including support for public meetings, community outreach, education, and coordination with community groups, law enforcement personnel, and County staff.
• Review disciplinary actions and develop or provide recommendations to the Police Chief concerning investigations, policies, training, practices, corrective actions, and other areas requiring attention.
• Provide briefings and advice on significant or sensitive matters and coordinate investigations, audits, policy reviews, strategic priorities, recommendations, and other Office activities.
• Serve as the Independent Policing Auditor in their absence.
• Assist with community outreach and public engagement initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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