City Colleges of Chicago · 2 days ago
Investigator II
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expCity Colleges of Chicago is the city’s most accessible higher education engine, empowering students to build a stronger community. The Investigator II conducts investigations into allegations of waste, fraud, and misconduct, assisting in audits and preparing detailed reports on findings.
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Responsibilities
Conducts investigations varying in level of complexity and difficulty. Performs various investigative activities, which may include reviewing and analyzing data, conducting surveillance, collecting evidence, and preparing reports to determine whether there is evidence of waste, fraud, misconduct, or mismanagement
Interviews complainants, witnesses, and subjects to gather and verify facts, or to corroborate evidence as part of investigations
Conducts site visits to gather physical evidence and examines work records and related documents
Conducts surveillance to observe acts of misconduct (e.g., fraud, residency violations, etc.) and gathers evidence with surveillance techniques and/or equipment, e.g., witness, photographic, video evidence
Reviews and analyzes extensive data and records to determine whether evidence of waste, fraud, misconduct, or mismanagement exists
Assists in the conduct of audits/reviews, as necessary, to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls in protecting CCC’s resources and assists in assessing the compliance and performance of programs, operations, and processes
Prepares detailed reports on actions taken during all phases of an investigation or audit/review (i.e. document review, fact finding analysis, interviews)
Maintains case records and reports on the status of assigned cases
May provide guidance to less experienced Investigators in the conduct of investigations, audits/reviews, and surveillance activities
Testifies in criminal and civil court and at administrative hearings regarding investigative findings
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Accounting, Finance, or another field related to the essential duties of this position
Two years of work experience in conducting investigations and/or audits, which may include gathering and analyzing documents, interviewing witnesses, drafting investigative reports, and conducting surveillance
A graduate degree in a field related to the essential duties of this position may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience
A valid State of Illinois driver's license required
Demonstrated integrity and commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards in the conduct of investigations
Knowledge of applicable federal, state and municipal laws and regulations regarding fraud, civil and criminal violations
Knowledge of investigative practices, procedures, and reporting standards
Knowledge of investigative research and interviewing techniques
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Familiarity with surveillance or related investigative equipment
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Excellent writing, research and presentation skills
Excellent organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated interest and willingness to engage in surveillance activities
Ability to work within a culturally diverse environment
Ability to work with a high degree of professionalism
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive situations
Ability to work independently or as part of a diverse investigative team
Ability to travel to various colleges across the District as well as other relevant locations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred
Investigative work experience in an Inspector General's Office, law enforcement agency, and/or government or investigative agency preferred
Designation as a Certified Inspector General (CIG), Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI), a Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA), Certified Fraud Specialist (CFS), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or comparable certification is highly desirable
Benefits
Excellent health and welfare benefit package
Long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans
A pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan
Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days
Tuition reimbursement
Company
City Colleges of Chicago
City Colleges of Chicago is a school.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$0.6MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Education
2023-01-20Grant· $0.6M
Leadership Team
CM Winters
Assistant Professor & Department Chairperson
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