Investigative Analyst I/II/III

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About the Position
This position of Investigative Analyst III may be underfilled with an Investigative Analyst I or II

The expected salary range for these positions at hire are:

Investigative Analyst I $68,501 - $88,700

Investigative Analyst II $84,694 - $106,515

Investigative Analyst III $92,075 - $135,011

WHO WE ARE
The Montgomery County Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an independent agency 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. The Office conducts independent audits, investigations, inspections, and reviews with a goal of preventing, detecting, and deterring fraud, waste, and abuse in government activities. Through its work, the OIG proposes ways to increase the legal, fiscal, and ethical accountability of County government departments and County-funded agencies and improve the overall integrity of County government.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The OIG’s Investigations & Reviews Division is seeking professionals with experience performing inspections, reviews, analysis, and investigations of publicly funded programs. 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.

What You'll Be Doing
OIG Investigative Analysts perform engagements detailed in the Inspector General’s four-year workplan, design and lead reviews of County operations and programs, and respond to and investigate allegations and complaints received by the OIG fraud hotline. 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 programs.
• Participating in developing investigatory plans and carrying out investigations to determine compliance with relevant laws and county policies and procedures.
• Identifying opportunities for cost-savings within county programs and operations.
• Researching applicable laws, directives, regulations, and policies to gain knowledge of areas being reviewed.
• Making recommendations to supervisors on findings and recommendations.
• 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 phone or email and other constituent inquiries.
• 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 identifying and/or implementing operational improvements.
• 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.

  Minimum Qualifications
  If filled at the OIG Investigative Analyst I:

Experience: Two (2) years of professional-level experience conducting financial, performance, compliance, or operational audits 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 financial, performance, compliance, or operational audits 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 financial, performance, compliance, or operational audits 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, Interview Preferences
We will use interview preference criteria:

The applications of individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevancy of training, and experience in the following areas:

• Inspecting, Monitoring, Auditing and Investigating Government/Public Sector Programs and Services;
• Conducting Research and Analysis of Data and Information related to Public Sector Programs and Operations;
• Managing Deadlines;
• Report Writing; and Responding to Complaints/Concerns/Allegations of Fraud, Waste & Abuse