INSPECTOR GENERAL - 41500016 1 1 1

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

2d • $70,000 - $106,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Gaming Control Commission is responsible for exercising all regulatory and executive powers of the state with respect to legal gaming, including pari-mutuel wagering, cardrooms, slot machine facilities, oversight of gaming compacts, and other forms of gambling authorized by state law, excluding the Lottery, as well as directly enforcing Florida’s gaming laws and combatting illegal gambling activities.

The agency is overseen by five Commissioners who are appointed by the Governor, with Commissioners appointing an Executive Director who leads a team of nearly 200 staff members. The mission of the Florida Gaming Control Commission is to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming activities through fair regulation, licensing, effective criminal investigation, and enforcement.

The Commission offers a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration.

The Inspector General will work under the direction of the Chairman of the Commission as an independent and objective overseer of the Commission’s programs. The Inspector General is a sworn law enforcement officer of the state in compliance with Section 943.1395, Florida Statutes with the powers, functions, and duties outlined in Section 16.711, F.S. Pursuant to Section 20.055, F.S., the Inspector General:

Requirements

• Knowledge of generally accepted and governmental accounting principles and auditing standards.
• Knowledge of management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of the methods of compiling and analyzing data.
• Knowledge of internal control systems.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence.
• Ability to direct and conduct operational reviews and investigations to ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive final reports of audits, investigations, and reviews.
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to conduct interviews and take statements.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions.
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data relating to a program of operational and management efficiency.
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to supervise others.
• Ability to formulate policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Must have a current FDLE/CJSTC certification as a sworn law enforcement officer, in accordance with Chapter 943.13, F.S.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or
• At least 5 years of experience in at least one of the following areas: inspector general, supervisory experience in an office of inspector general or an investigative public agency similar to an office of inspector general; local, state, or federal law enforcement officer; local, state, or federal court judge; senior-level auditor or comptroller; the administration and management of complex audits and investigations; managing programs for prevention, examination, detection, elimination of fraud, waste, abuse, mismanagement, malfeasance, or misconduct in government or other organizations.  An advanced degree in law, accounting, public administration, or other relevant field may substitute for one year of required experience.

Nice To Haves

• The Inspector General shall possess at appointment, or obtain within the first year after appointment, a certification from the Association of Inspectors General as a certified Inspector General. The Inspector General must have one or more other professional certifications, such as certified inspector general investigator, certified inspector general auditor, certified public accountant, certified internal auditor, certified governmental financial manager, or certified fraud examiner, certified financial crimes investigator or other related certification, or be a licensed attorney.

Responsibilities

• Performs the duties and responsibilities as the Inspector General, with all delegated rights and authority. Provides investigative assistance and coordination to appropriate state and federal law enforcement agencies on joint investigations of the Commission’s programs and operations. When necessary, also coordinates activities with other Florida Offices of Inspector General;
• Manages the daily operations of the Office of Inspector General (OIG);
• Conducts/supervises administrative and criminal investigations against law enforcement and civilian members;
• Advises in the development of performance measures, standards, and procedures for the evaluation of the Commission’s programs;
• Assesses the reliability and validity of the information provided by the Commission on performance measures and standards, and makes recommendations for improvement, if necessary, before submission of such information pursuant to s. 216.1827;
• Reviews the actions taken by the Commission to improve program performance and meet program standards and makes recommendations for improvement, if necessary;
• Conducts, supervises, or coordinates other activities carried out or financed by the Commission for the purpose of promoting economy and efficiency in the administration of, or preventing and detecting fraud and abuse in, the Commission’s programs and operations;
• Keeps the Commission informed concerning fraud, abuses, and deficiencies relating to programs and operations administered or financed by the Commission, recommends corrective action concerning fraud, abuses, and deficiencies, and reports on the progress made in implementing corrective action;
• Receives complaints and coordinates all activities of the Commission as required by the Whistle-blower’s Act pursuant to ss. 112.3187-112.31895, F.S.;
• Receives and considers the complaints which do not meet the criteria for an investigation under the Whistle-blower’s Act and conducts, supervises, or coordinates such inquiries, investigations, or reviews as he or she deems appropriate;
• Supervises the Internal Auditor, who assists with developing annual and long-range audit plans based on annual risk assessments;
• Supervises, directs, and coordinates audits, investigations, and management reviews relating to the programs and operations of the Commission;
• Supervises reviews and evaluates internal controls necessary to ensure the fiscal accountability of the agency;
• Supervises the conducting of financial, compliance, electronic data processing, and performance audits of the Commission, preparation of audit reports of findings, and submission of preliminary findings and recommendations to the person responsible for supervision of the program function or operational unit;
• Reviews, as appropriate, rules relating to the programs and operations of the Commission and makes recommendations concerning their impact;
• Ensures effective coordination and cooperation between the Auditor General, federal auditors, and other governmental bodies with a view toward avoiding duplication;
• Ensures that an appropriate balance is maintained between audit, investigative, and other accountability activities;
• Develops, implements, and complies with quality standards for investigations conducted by the Office of Inspector General using the Principles and Standards for Offices of Inspector General (Green Book) as a guide;
• Prepares an annual report summarizing the activities of the office and submits it to the Commission’s Chair no later than September 30 of each year;
• Serves as the agency Accreditation Manager for the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA), Inspector General;
• As a member of a law enforcement agency, during any critical incident or disaster (both natural and man-made), this position may be designated as an essential service position for a given period, and you may be required to work after normal business hours, during office closures, or during weekends and/or holidays when needed;
• Performs other job-related duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Low premium health, dental, vision, life, and supplemental coverage options!
• Paid personal time that includes annual leave, sick leave, nine paid holidays, and one personal holiday!
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and more!
• Family planning support that includes adoption benefits and paid/unpaid leave options for family and medical responsibilities!
• Retirement plans that include employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com)!
• Deferred compensation plans!
• FREE basic life insurance plus additional options for you, your spouse, and children!
• Flexible Spending Accounts!
• Tuition waivers!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees