OIIG INVESTIGATOR - THE OFFICE OF THE INDEPENDENT INSPECTOR GENERAL (ACTIVELY RECRUITED)

Cook County • Chicago, IL

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of the Independent Inspector General (OIIG) was created to detect, deter and prevent corruption fraud, waste, mismanagement, unlawful political discrimination and misconduct in the operation of Cook County Government. Under the direction of office management and other senior level staff, conducts investigations primarily in connection with reported incidents of misconduct and/or operational deficiencies involving Cook County employees, officers, officials, agents and contractors and other governmental agencies and employees. Interviews and prepares comprehensive confidential reports detailing investigation findings. May be required to provide testimony in court or before administrative tribunals. Performs other duties as assigned. This position may also involve a concentration focusing on investigation, oversight, auditing and monitoring of government compliance with the laws and policies prohibiting unlawful political discrimination. This position is Actively Recruited and at will.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Four (4) years of full-time work experience in the conduct of investigations involving criminal or fraudulent activity, audits, administrative violations or other matters of potential civil liability.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an advanced degree in Law.
• Four (4) years of full-time work experience practicing law in the fields of civil or criminal litigation.
• Knowledge/familiarity with applicable laws and regulations of state, local, and other authorities relative to cases of abuse, fraud, waste, and mismanagement; as well as criminal and civil misconduct.
• Ability to perform duties in a discreet, confidential, thorough, objective, and judicious manner.
• Ability to conduct interviews and interact effectively with complainants, witnesses, victims and other agency representatives in the conduct of investigations.
• Ability to prepare written reports and other documentation in a clear, concise, and accurate manner coupled with skill in developing facts and information.
• Aptitude for organizing facts, information, and analyzing evidence.
• Ability to work effectively with other investigators and/or staff on investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts investigations primarily in connection with reported incidents of misconduct and/or operational deficiencies involving Cook County employees, officers, officials, agents and contractors and other governmental agencies and employees.
• Interviews and prepares comprehensive confidential reports detailing investigation findings.
• May be required to provide testimony in court or before administrative tribunals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• May involve a concentration focusing on investigation, oversight, auditing and monitoring of government compliance with the laws and policies prohibiting unlawful political discrimination.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

What This Job Offers

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