Job Abstract

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 06/24/2024

CLOSING DATE: 09/25/2024 12:00 MIDNIGHT

OVERVIEW

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) was created as an oversight authority that could effectively investigate at all levels of City government while remaining autonomous, independent, and insulated from political influences.

The Mission of the OIG is to promote accountability, efficiency, and integrity in City government. The citizens of Baltimore have a right to expect that City government will operate with maximum efficiency, accountability, and Integrity. The OIG is uniquely positioned to serve as a major contributor in building and maintaining an increased public trust in the City government and to assist the City in achieving better results with limited resources. The OIG is committed to working toward an open, honest, and accountable government. Investigating fraud, waste, and abuse complaints is one way we carry out our mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT INCLUSIVE)

• Conducts confidential internal reviews, investigations, and evaluations of administrative, security, fiscal, legal, and city government internal policies, systems, and procedures involving matters of conflict of interest, mismanagement, embezzlement, contract fraud, workers’ compensation fraud, employee misconduct, identity theft, property and information theft, drug abuse and related incidences.
• Confers with and reviews the collection, compilation, organization, and analysis of data pertaining to case investigations, discoveries, and related matters; ensures investigations are conducted according to professional standards.
• Prepares preliminary investigative reports detailing the case facts and findings, evidence discoveries, and evaluations, including a final recommendation on case suitability and feasibility for disposition to the State's Attorney's Office or other law enforcement agencies for presentation to the Grand Jury for criminal prosecution.
• Testifies as an expert witness before the Grand Jury on case facts and findings.
• Maintains liaison and confers with local, state, and federal law enforcement, credit and financial agencies, and officials to coordinate work efforts and joint investigations, prevent duplication of work, and compromise case strategies.
• Prepares confidential studies, briefs, position papers, legal documents, correspondence, and reports.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Knowledge of professional and legal standards and analytical processes utilized for conducting business and governmental systems evaluations, reviews, analyses, and surveys.
• Knowledge of legal standards and protections related to investigation concepts and procedures.
• Skill in testifying as an expert witness before the Grand Jury on case facts and investigative findings.
• Knowledge of the techniques of case investigation and fact discovery.
• Ability to collect, compile, organize, and analyze investigative case findings and related data in a clear and concise document.

• A bachelor's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field from an accredited college or university and
• Five years of experience in conducting and coordinating complex internal investigations.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPENTSATION

• The salary range for this position starts at $72,624 annually and is commensurate with education and experience.
• Baltimore City Government offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous health benefits, vacation leave, and retirement options.

Qualified individuals should apply online.

NOTE: Candidates under final consideration will be required to undergo and pass a background check and drug/alcohol test.

Financial Disclosure:

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. 

The City of Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity Employer