Investigator

Chicago Housing Authority•Chicago, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an independent body within the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) whose purpose is to investigate and audit matters concerning fraud, theft, waste, abuse and misconduct within or affecting CHA. The OIG works to promote integrity and effectiveness in all CHA programs. The Investigator will be responsible for administrative and criminal investigations of alleged waste, fraud, abuse, mismanagement, and misconduct by the Authority’s officers, employees, members of the Board, agents, participants, CHA residents, and contractors doing business with the Authority.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of four years of investigative experience, involving fact-finding analysis and investigative research and reporting work
Strong organizational, time-management, and decision-making skills
Self-motivated individual with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Sound judgment, tact, and discretion in handling confidential information and materials
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge and understanding of the applicability of relevant federal and state laws and regulations
Experience with computer equipment and software applications, including Word and Excel
A valid driver’s license is required
Must be willing to obtain the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification within one year of hire

Nice To Haves

Experience preferably in an inspector general’s office, or law enforcement, legal, or private sector entity, with an emphasis on financial fraud, employee misconduct, or ethics investigations

Responsibilities

Take primary responsibility for assigned case load of criminal and administrative investigations, from development of investigative work plan, collection of evidence, to recommendation for case disposition, consistent with policies and procedures set forth by the Inspector General
Gather evidence through a variety of methods including but not limited to site visits, photography and video, open source research, document requests, and administrative and grand jury subpoenas
Conduct investigative interviews of complainants, witnesses, and subjects
Prepare detailed reports to document all investigative activities conducted during an investigation
Review and analyze extensive data, business records, and financial records to determine whether evidence of waste, fraud, or misconduct exists
Maintain well-organized investigative case files and documentation in OIG electronic management system
Make recommendations and corrective action to impacted business units: share ideas on improving overall efficiencies
Testify in criminal and civil court, at arbitrations, and at administrative hearings
Work on joint investigations with other law-enforcement agencies including but not limited to the Federal Bureau of Investigations, HUD OIG, Social Security OIG, Department of Labor OIG, and respond to requests from prosecutors (County, State and Federal)
Perform other duties as assigned and consistent with the department mission