Senior Ethics Programs Investigator

PG&E•Oakland, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Ethics Programs Investigator conducts investigations into alleged misconduct by employees and other parties and determines whether activities violate PG&E’s Code of Conduct or other governance. The investigator applies and interprets the Company’s Code of Conduct, policies, standards, and procedures, and reports and discusses investigation outcomes with Ethics, Risk & Compliance leadership and other stakeholders according to established company standards and procedures. The role primarily focuses on fraud, record falsification, conflicts of interest, data manipulation, and other misconduct, as assigned or as business needs require. It involves internal and external investigations, interviews, evidence analysis, findings and written reports, and maintaining investigation records. The investigator also provides policy guidance, mentors other investigators, and supports special projects and process improvements. This is a hybrid position, working from a remote office and in person at the Oakland General Office and/or San Ramon based on business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Journalism, Psychology, Public Policy, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Five years of relevant business experience (for example, Accounting), Human Resources experience (for example, Employee Relations), Employment Law experience, or equivalent experience.
Three years of relevant investigations experience or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Business, Law, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Certified Fraud Examiner credential.
Certified Public Accountant credential or equivalent.
Licensed Private Investigator.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough internal investigations into potential Code of Conduct violations, including fraud, falsification of records, expenses or payroll entries, conflicts of interest, data manipulation, vendor fraud or misreporting, and other misconduct.
Conduct external fraud and other investigations involving PG&E contractors, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Conduct intake and other interviews with people who raise concerns.
Conduct investigations under limited guidance into employee complaints and allegations concerning violations of Company policies and the Code of Conduct.
Develop and implement investigation plans to research concerns promptly, apply relevant Accounting, Fraud, and/or Human Resources expertise, interpret Company policies, and identify relevant evidence.
Analyze issues and available materials, make findings of fact, and determine whether misconduct or violations of Company policy or the Code of Conduct occurred.
Prepare well-drafted written reports summarizing investigation findings for review.
Accurately maintain intake and investigation notes, files, and records in the electronic case management system.
Interpret, apply, and provide guidance on internal policies, best practices, and relevant local, state, and federal laws.
Coach and mentor other investigators.
Support and lead special projects, including investigation policy and template development, process improvements, and trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.