Education Oversight Division Investigator (Investigative Analyst I/II/III), Grade N21, N26, N28
Montgomery County Government
·3 days ago
- Salary
- $98k – $158k/yr
- Location
- 101 Monroe St Rockville MD 20850 USA, MD, US
- Department
- Education
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be:
Investigative Analyst I (grade N21) - $72,567 to $93,965, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Investigative Analyst II (grade N26) - $89,721 to $114,577, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Investigative Analyst III (grade N28) - $97,540 to $144,253, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
WHO WE ARE
The Montgomery County Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office created by the County Council in 1997. The Inspector General is charged with reviewing the effectiveness and efficiency of programs and operations within County government and independent County agencies including Montgomery County Public Schools, the Board of Education, and Montgomery College. The Education Oversight Division (EOD) conducts independent reviews, audits, inspections, and investigations with a goal of preventing, detecting, and deterring fraud, waste, and abuse in county funded education programs and activities. Through its work, the OIG proposes ways to increase the legal, fiscal, and ethical accountability of the county’s school system and improve the overall integrity of publicly funded operations. OIG Investigative Analysts perform engagements detailed in the Inspector General’s four-year workplan; design and lead reviews of operations and programs; respond to and investigate allegations and complaints received by the OIG fraud hotline.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking an individual to perform inspections, reviews, analysis, and investigations of Government/Public/Education sector programs and services as part of the OIG’s Education Oversight Division. EOD Investigative Analysts are driven by curiosity and a desire to fully understand issues presented. If you have excellent writing and communication skills, can organize and analyze large volumes of data and evidence, and want to be part of a diverse and inclusive team, the OIG may well be the place for you.
The OIG Investigative Analyst position may be filled at any of the following levels:
Investigative Analyst I (grade N21)
Investigative Analyst II (grade N26)
Investigative Analyst III (grade N28)
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- Conducting independent, objective performance, compliance, information system, and operational audits, reviews, and inspections.
- Collecting documentary evidence, conducting interviews, and analyzing data to form sound findings and conclusions.
- Assessing the adequacy of internal controls and processes.
- Evaluating the equity, efficiency, effectiveness, economy, and integrity of County-funded programs.
- Participating in developing investigatory plans and carrying out investigations to determine compliance with relevant laws and applicable policies and procedures.
- Identifying opportunities for cost-savings within county-funded programs and operations.
- Drafting concise, objective, detailed reports which clearly communicate findings and recommendations relating to the policies, programs, and practices of County funded operations and programs.
- Participating in discussions and briefings with employees, contractors, and management.
- Responding to complaints received via the OIG’s hotline and other constituent inquiries.
Successful candidates will have:
- Experience working with large volumes of evidence, extensive data sets and/or complex financial information.
- Excellent writing, communication, analytical and research skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with agency personnel and other officials.
- Experience working both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
- Experience conducting and/or leading reviews and inspections of programs and operations applying Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Association of Inspectors General (AIG) and/or Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) standards.
- An ongoing commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- May require the ability to attend meetings at other County locations.
Candidates selected for interview may be required to provide a writing sample.
If Filled at the OIG Investigative Analyst I:
Experience: Two (2) years of professional-level experience conducting performance or operational audits, or workplace, compliance, or ethics investigations in accordance with professional auditing standards.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
If Filled at the OIG Investigative Analyst II:
Experience: Three (3) years of professional-level experience conducting performance or operational audits, or workplace, compliance, or ethics investigations in accordance with professional auditing standards.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
If Filled at the OIG Investigative Analyst III:
Experience: Four (4) years of professional-level experience conducting performance or operational audits, or workplace, compliance, or ethics investigations in accordance with professional auditing standards.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred criteria screening questions will be used pertaining to:
- Experience with inspecting, monitoring, auditing and investigating government/public/education sector programs and services.
- Experience conducting research and analysis of data and information related to public sector programs and operations.
- Experience with report writing.
- Experience responding to complaints/concerns/allegations of fraud, waste & abuse.