Inspector General

Los Angeles Unified School District

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city. LAUSD EMPLOYEES: Please be advised that all LAUSD employees must sign in to the GlobalProtect Virtual Private Network (VPN) in order to submit an application from an external network outside of an LAUSD location. For assistance with installing the GlobalProtect Virtual Private Network, please contact Information Technology Services at [phone] or [phone] or via their page at http://www.lausd.org/helpdesk.LAUSD anticipates hiring an exceptional leader with a strong audit and investigation background and a proven track record of managing large operations, preferably within the public sector. This individual will be familiar with diverse business operations. The candidate will have superior management skills and considerable experience overseeing a large staff of professionals involved in comprehensive audits and financial investigations within a complex institution. This individual will also have a proven track record of successfully managing strong working relationships with all stakeholders, including elected officials, the community, and the media. Further, the ideal candidate will demonstrate considerable personal and professional judgment and integrity by dealing appropriately with ethical breaches and handling politically challenging situations with integrity and diplomacy. Specific experience overseeing complicated audits and investigations for large educational institutions is desirable. Important Note: Incumbents hired for this job must report to work on-site 5 days a week.

Requirements

• EDUCATION: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting, business, law enforcement, public administration, or other related field. Possession of a J.D. or M.B.A. degree or a C.P.A., C.I.A., or C.F.E. certificate is preferable.
• EXPERIENCE: Eight years of executive level management experience that includes legal, criminal, administrative, or investigative experience that demonstrates professional knowledge of practices, methods, and techniques to plan and conduct independent, complex audits or investigations.
• SPECIAL: A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle, or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation may be required for some positions.
• SPECIAL NOTES: An employee in this class is subject to the reporting requirements of the District’s Conflict of Interest Code.

Nice To Haves

• LAUSD anticipates hiring an exceptional leader with a strong audit and investigation background and a proven track record of managing large operations, preferably within the public sector. This individual will be familiar with diverse business operations.
• The candidate will have superior management skills and considerable experience overseeing a large staff of professionals involved in comprehensive audits and financial investigations within a complex institution. This individual will also have a proven track record of successfully managing strong working relationships with all stakeholders, including elected officials, the community, and the media.
• Further, the ideal candidate will demonstrate considerable personal and professional judgment and integrity by dealing appropriately with ethical breaches and handling politically challenging situations with integrity and diplomacy. Specific experience overseeing complicated audits and investigations for large educational institutions is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Directing and overseeing complex audit and investigative activities related to performance, finance, contracts, and compliance to ensure appropriate safeguards of District resources are maintained.
• Directing the planning and organization of the performance of complex investigations that could involve fraud, waste, and violations of District policy or the law.
• Directing and overseeing the establishment and effectiveness of policies, guidelines, requirements, and strategies for internal and contract audits, investigations, and special studies.
• Collaborating with the Board and staff in preparing Internal Audit and Contract Audit Unit Annual Work Plans.
• Informing the Board of Education and the Superintendent of major internal and contract audits and investigations and their outcomes, and advises on appropriate disposition of such matters.
• Directing and reviewing the preparation of reports of audits, investigations, and special studies for the Board of Education and the Superintendent.
• Directing the fraud prevention and fraud awareness programs such as the "whistle-blower protection" policy and ensuring implementation and compliance.
• Overseeing the monitoring and operation of the District's Fraud Hotline.

Benefits

• Insurance: We offer a choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your family.
• Retirement: Employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Vacation: 24 days of paid vacation each year.
• Paid Holidays: 13 paid days off each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees