Investigator I

Visit www.igchicago.org to apply

Under the supervision of a Chief Investigator this position performs at entry-level investigation cases assigned to the Office of Inspector General involving allegations of official/criminal misconduct, residency violations and waste and inefficiency by city employees, contractors and others seeking to do business with the city, and performs related duties as required.

DUTIES:

• Interviews complainants, witnesses, and employees to gather facts to investigate allegations of official misconduct, violations of criminal law and personnel and administrative rules by city employees and contractors
• Conducts stationary and mobile surveillance
• Gathers and performs analyses of work records and related documents (e.g., time sheets, activity reports, financial statements)
• Uses photographic and video equipment in the conduct of surveillance work to observe acts of misconduct
• Prepares reports of investigative activities conducted, including findings of waste and inefficiency of city programs, and makes preliminary recommendations for discipline and improvements to departmental operations
• Consults with and coordinates investigative activities with prosecutors at both State and Federal levels
• Testifies in court, at arbitrations, or in hearings on investigative findings
• Updates and maintains case management records to report on the status of assigned investigations
• Assists senior investigative staff in the conduct of criminal, large-scale and complex investigations as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree. A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required, as well as the availability to work any duty watch.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience conducting criminal and/or fraudulent activity investigations
• Computer literacy with word processing programs and spreadsheets

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong work ethic and professionalism
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Collaborates with co-workers and thrives in a team-based environment
• Ability to effectively work cross functionally in a fast-paced work environment

ANNUAL SALARY: Range: $66,852 – $91,356 (annual increases). Starting $66,852 (non-negotiable); Post successful six-month review $70,272.

BENEFITS: For information on City of Chicago employees’ benefits, please visit our benefits website at: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html.

TRAVEL AND SCHEDULE: Travel outside Chicago is not required. Standard office hours are 9:00am – 5:00pm, flexibility permitted.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employees must be a resident of the City of Chicago and proof of residency is required at the commencement of employment.

KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ESSAY REQUIREMENT: A passing score on a knowledge skill test(s) and/or essay may be required. Your application must include a response to the following prompt:

1. In less than 500 words, identify one or more specific type(s) of misconduct by a City actor that might be subject to investigation by OIG; describe the potential negative impacts of such misconduct, and how OIG might most effectively plan its investigative work in light of those negative impacts.

WE VALUE DIVERSITY

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an equal opportunity employer.

OIG is an inclusive organization that hires and develops all its staff of all levels regardless of race, religion, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, marital or parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, age, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

OIG strives to create the kind of workplace where a socially diverse mix of people can thrive professionally. We pride ourselves in meeting our legal charge to promote economy, effectiveness, efficiency, and integrity in government. Through the hard work of our passionate and innovative team, OIG aims to serve every community with equity, respect, and dignity.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy to participate in the application process, please contact the OIG’s Manager of Human Resources Eloise Markham at emarkham@igchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

THE CITY OF CHICAGO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The City of Chicago does not participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). In addition, employment at the OIG is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

NOTIFICATION REGARDING USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

The submission of written materials, e.g., writing sample, essay, cover letter, etc., generated in-part or fully by AI is strongly discouraged. Candidates who submit AI generated written materials may be disqualified from further consideration.