Investigator

SUMMARY

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an independent body within the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) whose purpose is to investigate and audit matters concerning fraud, theft, waste, abuse and misconduct within or affecting CHA. The OIG works to promote integrity and effectiveness in all CHA programs.

The Investigator will be responsible for administrative and criminal investigations of alleged waste, fraud, abuse, mismanagement, and misconduct by the Authority’s officers, employees, members of the Board, agents, participants, CHA residents, and contractors doing business with the Authority.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take primary responsibility for assigned case load of criminal and administrative investigations, from development of investigative work plan, collection of evidence, to recommendation for case disposition, consistent with policies and procedures set forth by the Inspector General
• Gather evidence through a variety of methods including but not limited to site visits, photography and video, open source research, document requests, and administrative and grand jury subpoenas
• Conduct investigative interviews of complainants, witnesses, and subjects
• Prepare detailed reports to document all investigative activities conducted during an investigation
• Review and analyze extensive data, business records, and financial records to determine whether evidence of waste, fraud, or misconduct exists
• Maintain well- organized investigative case files and documentation in OIG electronic management system
• Make recommendations and corrective action to impacted business units: share ideas on improving overall efficiencies
• Testify in criminal and civil court, at arbitrations, and at administrative hearings
• Work on joint investigations with other law-enforcement agencies including but not limited to the Federal Bureau of Investigations, HUD OIG, Social Security OIG, Department of Labor OIG, and respond to requests from prosecutors (County, State and Federal)
• Perform other duties as assigned and consistent with the department mission

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university supplemented by a preferred minimum of four years of investigative experience, involving fact-finding analysis and investigative research and reporting work, preferably in an inspector general’s office, or law enforcement, legal, or private sector entity, with an emphasis on financial fraud, employee misconduct, or ethics investigations. 

This position requires strong organizational, time-management, and decision-making skills. A self-motivated individual with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgment, tact, and discretion in handling confidential information and materials. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with knowledge and understanding of the applicability of relevant federal and state laws and regulations. Experience with computer equipment and software applications, including Word and Excel. A valid driver’s license is required.

Within 90 days of hire, the selected candidate will be required to be finger printed by an external law enforcement agency. Employment will be contingent upon the results of the fingerprint based criminal history background search. Candidate must be willing to obtain the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification within one year of hire.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000

Grade: S8

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None