Investigative Analyst - Special Investigations Division
About The Position
The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking an Investigative Analyst to assist the Special Investigations Division by receiving, entering, investigating, and analyzing complaints related to government waste, abuse, and fraud. This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment. As part of our team, you will get to conduct preliminary investigations and perform analyses of complaints to determine potential courses of action, speak with complainants and other witnesses to gather information and documentation needed to begin an investigation, conduct background investigations, including researching and evaluating federal, state, and local regulations, and at times, be called upon to conduct site visits with members of the Investigative Audit team. You will also document findings within an investigative report and may assist with writing public reports of the Investigative Team's findings.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to apply analytical methods and techniques to review and investigate complaints
- Demonstrated experience evaluating data and identifying patterns or discrepancies that could indicate misconduct
- A bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of experience in the program related to the area of assignment OR An equivalent combination of education and experience
Responsibilities
- Conduct preliminary investigations and perform analyses of complaints to determine potential courses of action
- Speak with complainants and other witnesses to gather information and documentation needed to begin an investigation
- Conduct background investigations, including researching and evaluating federal, state, and local regulations
- Conduct site visits with members of the Investigative Audit team
- Document findings within an investigative report
- Assist with writing public reports of the Investigative Team's findings
Benefits
- 40-hour work week with flexible weekly schedule options
- Ability to earn compensatory time off
- Generous paid time off each year
- Competitive pay
- Affordable health insurance options
- Enrollment in the state's pension plan
- Options for additional supplemental savings
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
