ASSISTANT INSPECTOR GENERAL

Posting Close Date: June 3, 2026
Starting Salary Range $6,667.00 to $8,333.50 Monthly
($80,004 - $100,002/yr)
Reference: #26-10: AIG

The Office of Executive Inspector General (OEIG) is an independent executive branch State agency which functions to ensure accountability in State government and the four regional transit boards. The OEIG's primary role is to investigate llegations of misconduct and to make reports of its findings to affected public agencies and officials. The OEIG is devoted to the highest standards of quality and professionalism and is committed to safeguarding governmental operations, which
directly impacts those we serve.

Come work for the OEIG, an organization that has:

• a mission-driven focus whose work provides significant impact;
• a culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility;
• a hybrid work schedule; and
• paid time off in the form of personal days, sick time, vacation days, and paid holidays.
Learn more at https://oeig.illinois.gov/.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Deputy Inspector General and/or Deputy Inspector General and Chief of Chicago or Springfield Investigative Division, serves as a staff attorney in the role of Assistant Inspector General (AIG). The incumbent is responsible for drafting summary reports for investigative cases conducted by the Office of Executive nspector General (OEIG) pursuant to the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act; conducting or assisting with research relating to legal, investigative, disciplinary, and other relevant issues; and working with investigators on an ongoing basis to cassess investigative plans and strategies. This position involves working with information of an extremely sensitive and confidential nature associated with investigations and legal proceedings.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for drafting summary reports for investigations and drafting and/or reviewing documents necessary for case closure, including discovery materials. Summary reports generally include documentation of allegations, investigative steps taken, evidence adduced, analyses of ethical and legal implications, findings, and recommendations for appropriate action.

2. Conducts research relating to legal, investigative, labor, disciplinary, and other relevant issues under statutes, rules, regulations, and/or agency policies, as well as social media and other publicly available information, in order to learn relevant information and incorporate it into investigative work. Drafts memoranda or reports summarizing this research, as needed.

3. Collaborates with investigators and supervisors on an ongoing basis to develop and reassess investigative plans and strategies in order to ensure comprehensive investigations with sound results.

4. Assists investigators in developing interview plans and strategies to gather, verify, and/or corroborate evidence, and participates in interviews as needed. Following participation in an interview, reviews the interview report to ensure it is complete and accurate.

5. Provides legal guidance and proposes suggestions for resolution of legal issues that arise during investigations.

6. Prepares and reviews subpoenas and/or other relevant document requests, as necessary, in an attempt to obtain relevant evidence.

7. Ensures compliance with reporting and other statutory obligations by providing input on recurring operational reports, drafting or reviewing correspondence, and reviewing responses and other documents stemming from the issuance of founded reports and referrals.

8. Assists in investigating and issuing revolving door determinations.

9. Communicates with other government agencies and law enforcement entities in the course of investigations, or to provide information for and/or testify in administrative and court proceedings, as necessary. Reviews related pleadings and briefs.

10. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

ABILITIES & SKILLS – To be successful in this position, an Assistant Inspector General should have the following:

• ability to exercise independent judgment, consider facts objectively, identify issues, and make sound decisions;
• strong ability to research and learn new areas of law and administrative processes and then synthesize and present the information orally and in writing;
• excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills;
• flexibility and interest in working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment, including considering and incorporating opinions and feedback of others;
• ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, interviewees, and representatives of other agencies in a professional manner;
• ability to balance multiple concurrent priorities;
• high ethical standards and the ability to work appropriately with sensitive and confidential materials;
• familiarity with computers, photocopiers, and telecommunication equipment and video conferencing applications; and
• a willingness to travel, including overnight.
REPORTS TO: Deputy Inspector General and/or Deputy Inspector General and Chief of Chicago or
Springfield Investigative Division

SUBORDINATE POSITIONS: None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• graduation from an accredited law school;
• successful completion of the Uniform Bar Examination or license to practice law in the United States; and
• ability to obtain admittance to the Illinois State Bar within one year of acceptance of an AIG position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• prior legal experience in the area of ethics, criminal, or labor/employment law;
• experience writing legal briefs or documents, preparing for and/or conducting depositions or examinations at trials, and/or serving as a judicial law clerk;
• prior professional investigative experience working for an inspector general office, investigative entity, government agency, law enforcement entity, or a related field;

• proficiency writing and editing detailed reports that are accurate, concise, and free from spelling and grammatical errors;
• experience conducting extensive document review and analysis; and
• knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) and other applications.

JOB STATUS: Full-time, FLSA exempt. This position is exempt from the provisions of the State of Illinois Personnel Code.

LOCATION: The position can be in our Chicago office at 69 West Washington or our Springfield office at 607 East Adams Street.
KEY WORDS: Attorney, lawyer, counsel, public service, government, JD, Juris Doctor

HOW TO APPLY: (The OEIG is a non-code state agency)
Applicants should select the employment tab on our website at https://oeig.illinois.gov/ and click the “Apply to the OEIG” link and follow the instructions for applying.

The OEIG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or completing any pre-employment testing, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at (312) 814-1789, or OEIG.HRApplications@illinois.gov.

Hiring decisions are not based on or affected by political factors, including political sponsorship, affiliation, or support.

Investigative Supervisor

The Delaware Office of the Inspector General (OIG) recently was established as an independent and non-partisan agency to detect and deter fraud, waste, abuse, mismanagement, and corruption in or affecting Delaware state government. The Investigative Supervisor will oversee, lead, and conduct OIG investigations as we start the work of the new office.

Investigator

OVERVIEW

Job Title: Investigator

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Agency: Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection

Hiring Organization: Investigations Division

Open & Closing Dates: Friday, May 22, 2026 to Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Salary: $125,776.00 to $172,980.00 / Per Year

Pay Scale & Grade: GS-13

Locations:

4 vacancies in the following location:
Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)

Remote Job: Yes

Telework Eligible: Not applicable, this is a remote position

Travel Required: Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

Appointment Type:
Permanent

Work Schedule:
Full-time

Service: Competitive

Promotion Potential: 14

Job Family (Series): 1810 - General Investigation

Supervisory Status: No

Security Clearance: Not Required

Drug Test: No

Position Sensitivity And Risk: High Risk (HR)

Trust Determination Process: Credentialing, Suitability/Fitness

Financial Disclosure: No

Bargaining Unit Status: No

SUMMARY

Summary:

The Investigations Division is responsible for reviewing and investigating allegations of misconduct, retaliation, or poor performance involving VA's senior leaders and whistleblower retaliation allegations against all VA supervisors. The Investigations Division makes recommendations for disciplinary, non-disciplinary, and corrective actions to leadership.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS AGENCY

Marketing Message:

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?

Marketing Link:

http://www.va.gov/jobs

THIS JOB IS OPEN TO

Hiring Paths:

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees - Competitive service
Federal employees - Excepted service
Individuals with disabilities
Land & base management
Military spouses
Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
Veterans
Family of overseas employees

Hiring Paths Clarification Text:

All applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST each day will be reviewed to determine eligibility and qualifications. Applicants found eligible and qualified will be considered for an interview. 1st cut-off date - 5/22/2026 11:59 p.m. (EST) 2nd cut-off date - 5/23/2026 11:59 p.m. (EST) 3rd cut-off date - 5/24/2026 11:59 p.m. (EST) 4th cut-off date - 5/25/2026 11:59 p.m. (EST) 5th cut-off date - 5/26/2026 11:59 p.m. (EST)

DUTIES

Duties:

The incumbent provides comprehensive expert advice to senior leadership on matters under investigation and develops legally sufficient evidence and analysis to support disciplinary, non-disciplinary, and adverse action recommendations. When appropriate, recommends corrective action for the Complainant in substantiated whistleblower retaliation and other cases when appropriate.

Independently investigates complex, highly visible, sensitive matters that may have the direct interest of the Secretary, members of Congress, non-government organizations, and/or media. Receives, evaluates, and independently investigates allegations of senior leader misconduct, poor performance, and allegations of whistleblower retaliation by senior leaders or supervisors.

Researches applicable laws, regulations, and VA policies during the formation of investigative plans. Takes sworn recorded testimony and collects documentary evidence. Analyzes evidence for creditability, relevance, and sufficiency, makes findings of fact and draws conclusions based on requirements of law, rule, regulation, and policy. Ensures case files are complete, organized and include documents sufficient to complete the full scope of the investigation and make recommendations.

Prepares and executes requests for information to obtain evidence from various forms of electronic communications, personnel records, and other documents necessary to conduct the investigation.

Conducts sworn recorded interviews with complainants, witnesses, and respondents and analyzes transcripts. These individuals may be, but are not limited to, officials at the highest levels of VA, senior leaders, and individuals external to VA. The investigations conducted may be of significant complexity. Responsible for analyzing the veracity and relevance of witness testimony regarding allegations related to senior leader misconduct, poor performance, and whistleblower retaliation and when confronted with inconsistencies within the evidence, uses appropriate investigative techniques to resolve inconsistencies and credibility issues.

Plans and manages major investigations involving the VA's most senior executives and complex, sensitive senior leader accountability cases central to the VA's expressed objectives of achieving a VA-wide sustainable and credible senior leader accountability program. Determines efficient investigatory methods, determines the scope of complex investigations, develops investigative plans, maintains comprehensive evidentiary records, makes ultimate findings, analyzes key policy questions resulting in recommendations, and provides technical advice to senior management on matters investigated.

Reviews investigative reports and findings from administrative investigation boards, VA fact-findings, OIG, OSC, MSPB, Government Accountability Office (GAO), OMI, EEOC, FLRA, and others to determine if further OAWP action is required.

Drafts and prepares detailed reports of investigations that clearly, concisely, and logically present relevant facts, analysis, conclusion, and recommendations for action.

Makes recommendations to OAWP senior executive leadership in convoluted and complicated investigations requiring extreme discretion. OAWP investigations may involve significant unresolved legal, regulatory, or policy issues; intense and widespread public, media, or Congressional interest; patterns of regulatory non-compliance; sophisticated organizational structures; and technical and complex issues.

Demonstrates expert application of, statutes, relevant precedents, regulations, rules, and investigative practices and theories. Provides comprehensive, authoritative advice, sound judgment, and significant participation in strategic decisions, contributing to the effectiveness of the OAWP mission.

Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

Work Schedule: Required to work Monday through Friday with various tours available pending supervisory approval. May be subjected to change based on operational needs.
Compressed/Flexible: May be authorized by supervisor.
Remote: Yes
Position Description/PD#: PD20002A and PD20003A
Full Performance Level: GS-14
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

REQUIREMENTS

Requirements:

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one year probationary period or two year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

your performance and conduct;
the needs and interests of the agency;
whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period one year probationary period or two year trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications:

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/26/2026.

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-13 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-12. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to some former Federal employees applying for reinstatement, as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. See the Required Document section below for more information regarding the SF-50s needed to verify time-in-grade.

You may qualify based on your experience as described below:

Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade, GS-12, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: initiates and conducts formal administrative investigations related to misconduct and whistleblower retaliation under tight timeframes; independently plans and manages standard as well as high visibility investigations; determines most efficient investigatory methods; determines the scope and complexity of the investigation; develops thorough preliminary case assessments, investigative plans, and complete/comprehensive evidentiary records; drafts and prepares well written, logical, and grammatically correct reports; maintains strict confidentiality; briefs supervisor and senior leaders regarding critical aspects of cases; establishes and maintains productive and professional relationships with internal/external stakeholders; prepares written material of an analytical nature; and composes written correspondence that is informative and logical in its organization.
Evidence of this specialized experience must be supported by detailed documentation of like duties performed in positions held on your resume. You will also need to provide work experience information such as hours per week, salary, and starting/ending dates of employment (month and year format) to establish you have one (1) full year of specialized experience at the required grade level.
A writing sample will be required, if determined to be best qualified.

You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:

Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Decision Making
Flexibility
Influencing/Negotiating
Integrity/Honesty
Interpersonal Skills
Learning
Oral Communication
Reasoning
Self-Management
Stress Tolerance
Teamwork
Technical Competence
Writing
Written Communication

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Note: Resume must include job title and employer name, number of hours worked per week, start and end dates (including month and year), list of duties and responsibilities for each position held. In addition, if the experience was a federal position, you must list series and grade for each position held. Failure to include this information may result in an ineligible rating. A full year of work is considered to be 40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Physical Requirements: Work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required. Travel may be required.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at http://://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be found well qualified, applicants must meet the following qualifications: Extensive background of experience investigating high visibility administrative cases, including whistleblower retaliation, under tight timelines. Their cornerstone of knowledge comes from years of investigative and report writing experience, as well as researching and application of complex case law, regulations, and agency policies. Must be able to prioritize deadlines through exceptional time management skills and utilize tracking mechanisms and meet or exceed milestones on consistent basis.

Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

Education:

There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

Additional Information:

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration (HRA) at The Fair Chance Act.

Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Contact the Agency Contact for information on how to apply under this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:
https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information

Benefits:

Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

Benefits Link:

http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED

How You Will Be Evaluated:

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

Job Knowledge Test: A portion of your assessment is a Job Knowledge Test that will occur during the application. You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents) and the five responses you provide on the application questionnaire. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Decision Making
Flexibility
Influencing/Negotiating
Integrity/Honesty
Interpersonal Skills
Learning
Oral Communication
Reasoning
Self-Management
Stress Tolerance
Teamwork
Technical Competence
Writing
Written Communication

The application questionnaire includes a passing score based on the minimum level of required proficiency across these critical competencies. You must meet or exceed the passing score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the passing score.

Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be contacted for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

Area of Consideration: Eligible applicants will be reviewed and referred in the following order:

All CTAP eligible applicants that are found well qualified
All current, permanent VA Employees in the Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection
All other current, permanent VA employees
All other applicants (if status)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Required Documents:

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

Resume

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please make sure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans Preference claims, or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information.

DD-214/ Statement of Service
Disability Letter (Schedule A)
Disability Letter (VA)
PCS Orders
Performance Appraisal
Professional Certification
Proof of Marriage Status
Resume
Separation Notice (RIF)
SF-15
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

Failure to submit any of the above required documents applicable to your submission may result in loss of consideration and a rating of ineligible due to an incomplete application package. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that their application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. We will not contact applicants for additional documentation, nor will we accept late or missing documents after the close of the announcement.

Current and Former Federal Employees: Validating Time-in-Grade and Eligibility

Required document to demonstrate eligibility:

Most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which for current employees, must be effective the first pay period (01/11/2026 or later) of the current calendar year. The SF-50 should note your current position or most recently held position, tenure, type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive), grade level and duty location. (Text version SF-50s or Request for Personnel Action SF-52s are not acceptable.) Non-GS employees (including Federal Wage System and pay band employees) who do not receive annual pay adjustments in January, must submit a SF-50 dated within one year of the closing date of this announcement.

Required document/s to demonstrate Time-in-Grade (TIG):
TIG requirements apply to applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade at any time in the past 52 weeks, some former Federal employees applying for reinstatement, and current employees applying for a Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.
Applicants who must meet TIG, in addition to their most recent SF-50, must submit:

Official SF-50 that shows you hold or held the grade (or a higher grade) for the position you are applying for, or
Official SF-50/s that show you held the next lower grade for at least one year for the position you are applying for. (Multiple SF-50s may need to be submitted to show this.)

Examples of appropriate SF-50s to include (in addition to your most recent SF-50) to meet TIG requirements include:
- Within grade increases (WGI) at the highest grade held; or
- Promotions to the highest grade held with an effective date that occurred more than one year from the closing date of the JOA; or
- SF-50s at the highest grade held with an effective date that occurred more than 1 year from the closing date of the JOA.
NOTE: Do not submit Award SF-50s (or other SF-50s that do not provide sufficient information to verify time-in-grade.)

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.

IF APPLYING AS A CTAP/ICTAP ELIGIBLE:
You must submit the following documentation demonstrating eligibility for CTAP/ICTAP:

Resume
Agency Reduction in Force notice;
Most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location
Most recent performance appraisal (must be fully successful or above)

HOW TO APPLY

How To Apply:

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:

Click the Apply Online button.
Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date.
If you are required to complete any USA Hire Assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will be provided in your application submission screen and via email. The notification will include your unique assessment access link to the USA Hire system and the completion deadline. Additionally, in USAJOBS you can click "Track this application" to return to your assessment completion notice.
Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.
Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of1973 as amended.
Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link.
Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused.

Assessment Update Policy: Please be advised that once your application is submitted, the assessment responses cannot be revised or updated. The numerical rating (score) from your initial submission will be final and used for all rating purposes. You may, however, update your eligibility information and submit additional supporting documents (e.g., SF-50s) for this vacancy after your initial submission but before the closing date of the announcement.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources at: https://support-usahire.opm.gov/hc/en-us

Beginning September 27, 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan. Resumes longer than two pages will result in ineligibility for further consideration for the position. USAJOBS will not allow you to upload or build resumes longer than two pages, and you will need to update the resumes in your profile before applying for a job. Resumes should include information relevant to the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies of the position to which you are applying. VA is unable to make assumptions about qualifications if not clearly listed.

Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement.

Your resume must be 5MB or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, PDF, ODT or Word (DOC or DOCX). We do not accept PDF portfolio files. We recommend using a sans-serif font size like Lato, if available. Other widely available options are Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open San Source Sans Pro, Roboto or Noro Sans. Make your page margins 0.5 inches. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text in your resume. The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started.

Helpful Hints for Creating a Two-Page Resume:

Prioritize most relevant and recent experience
Use concise, results focused language
Align language from the job announcement
Focus on demonstrating skills and competencies
Remove outdated or unrelated experience
Use the USAJOBS resume builder

Additional guidance on this new requirement and resume building tools can be found at:
https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/

Agency Contact Information:

Questions About This Job:

Robert Collett
602-903-9699
robert.collett3@va.gov

Agency Information:

Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection
810 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington , DC 20420

Next Steps:

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OIG Investigator

Investigator
Chicago, IL, United States (Hybrid)

Job Description
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

Senior Investigator

Position Summary: This is a non-sworn, Select Exempt Service, Senior Investigator position in the Florida Office of the Attorney General within the Inspector General's Office in Tallahassee, Florida.

Pay: $65,000.00 to $71,400.00 Annually

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

The duties and responsibilities of this position stem from enforcement of Chapter 20.055, Florida Statutes, administrative rules, policies and procedures of the Department, and other state and federal statutes and laws. The duties of this position are performed under the guidance and direct supervision of the Law Enforcement Major in the Inspector General’s Office.

This position’s primary responsibility is to conduct independent, administrative internal investigations, of alleged violations of law, rule, administrative code, Departmental policies, procedures, or allegations pertaining to fraud, waste, or abuse within Department programs by Department employees or contractors.

These investigations require a full understanding of Department policies, state personnel rules and regulations, collective bargaining contracts, the Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights and Whistleblower statutes. The activities of this position are highly confidential and are related to maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the Department at every level. This position may require some extended hours and/or travel.

This is independent work and the Senior Investigator must maintain knowledge of current statutes or regulatory guidance, and investigative skills to effectively conduct investigations, including obtaining and maintaining certification as a EEO Investigator and as a Certified Inspector General Investigator.

The duties of this position include taking sworn statements and requires the Senior Investigator to obtain and maintain commission as a Florida Notary Public.

This position will participate in the maintenance of accreditation with the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc. and may be required to participate as an Accreditation Manager.

This position may provide testimony at administrative or personnel hearings, and any other legal proceedings as needed.

This position assists other investigative partners or agencies in conducting their investigations when approved and directed by the Inspector General.

Performs all other related duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of investigative experience OR seven (7) years of investigative experience, preferably with at least two of those years being in an Inspector General's Office, Internal Affairs, or similar/equivalent environment (i.e., conducting investigations involving an agency's or organization's employees).

2. Experience conducting one or more of the following types of investigations:
a. Criminal
b. Sexual Harassment
c. Discrimination
d. Whistle-blower
e. Administrative

3. Experience conducting interviews of complainants, witnesses, and subjects of investigation and obtaining sworn statements.

4. Experience writing investigative reports and affidavits in a logical manner, with appropriate articulation of events and situations, and demonstrating appropriate grammar, syntax, punctuation and spelling.

5. Experience identifying, collecting, and preserving evidence.

6. Experience interpreting violations of laws, rules, policies, or procedures.

7. Must be able to obtain/maintain a Florida Notary Public (must be or become a Florida resident).

8. Experience working with computer-based software, such as word-processing, database, and spreadsheet applications.

9. Ability to travel.

10. Valid driver's license.

Preference will be given to applicants with:

Two or more years working in an Inspector General's Office, Internal Affairs, or similar/equivalent environment (i.e., conducting investigations involving an agency's or organization's employees);
Professional certification directly related to conducting OIG or internal investigations;
Extensive experience in conducting EEOC, Whistle-blower, and/or Administrative investigations.

Deputy Inspector General

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has been established as an independent and nonpartisan agency to detect and deter fraud, waste, abuse, mismanagement, and corruption in and affecting Delaware state government. The Deputy Inspector General is a senior level executive who will partner with the Inspector General in all aspects of leading the non-partisan, independent work of the OIG.

Consumer Complaint Investigator II

Advertisement Closes 5/29/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-02385 Consumer Complaint Investigator II
Pay Grade14
Salary$3,600.84 - $5,401.34 Monthly
Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency Public Protection Cabinet | Department of Insurance
Location500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute at times. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time. This position reports to an office in Frankfort, KY.

The Division of Consumer Protection is within the Department of Insurance. The division was created in 1998 to offer assistance to consumers with insurance-related issues. The division is responsible for handling consumer complaints against health, life, auto, homeowners and commercial insurance. The division also takes complaints regarding the actions of an agent or agency.

We are looking for a Consumer Complaint Investigator II to join our team of highly skilled professionals. As a Consumer Complaint Investigator II, you will perform professional level work in the examination, evaluation and investigation of highly complex complaints concerning potential violations of program laws and regulation; mediate compliance violations where legal action is not appropriate; and perform other duties as required.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Investigates complex complaints as to the violations of Kentucky (KY) statutes and regulations by conducting field investigations and interviews as well as investigates, mediates and resolves complaints through oral and written communications to parties involved in the complaint. Recommends corrective actions as needed.
Independently performs at a professional level by answering complex inquiries regarding insurance laws and regulations by drafting letters, memos, and use form letters to respond to inquires regarding insurance issues in relation to KY statutes and regulations.
Prepares reports, charts and other materials by operating the internal database which is used to track, manage, update and successfully close every complaint opened.
Cooperates with other Divisions within the Department of Insurance, other state departments of insurance and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Abides by departmental rules, regulations and policies when performing investigative work.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred skills and abilities:
Attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Time management
Teamwork
Organization skills
Reasons to work for us include:
Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
Overtime and compensatory time
Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
Life insurance
Retirement
Wellness incentives program
Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education
Telecommuting and flexible work schedules
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. If you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career where you can make a positive impact in your community, we would love to review your application for Consumer Complaint Investigator II within the Department of Insurance.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have three years experience in the fields of investigating, auditing, consumer education, mediating or resolving complaints or a related field.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in investigating, auditing, consumer education, mediating or resolving complaints or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.
Working Conditions May work irregular hours due to nature of investigative work. Will be required to travel in the course of investigations. Works in all types of weather.

Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Daniel McIlwain at Daniel.McIlwain@ky.gov or (502)782-5323.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Assistant Director II

Advertisement Closes 5/29/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-02382 Assistant Director II
Pay Grade 19
Salary $74,220.72 - $111,332.16 Annually
Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Hiring Agency Finance & Administration Cabinet | Office of the Secretary
Location 200 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description The Finance and Administration Cabinet is seeking an experienced Human Resources professional to join our team as an Assistant Director II within our Division of Human Resources. We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about supporting others, demonstrates a strong work ethic, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can effectively manage multiple priorities. If you are seeking a position where your contributions are valued and impactful, we encourage you to apply.

The Human Resources Division is composed of dedicated professionals committed to delivering efficient and effective HR services. Our team works collaboratively while maintaining respectful communication with employees, supervisors, managers, and directors across the Cabinet.

As the Assistant Director II, key duties and responsibilities include:
Supervising and supporting the functions, initiatives, and mission of the Human Resources Division.
Managing the Process and Recruitment Branch and the Employee Relations Branch within the Human Resources Division for the Finance and Administration Cabinet.
Interpreting and enforcing Cabinet policies and procedures, as well as applicable KRS and KAR regulations.
Supporting the Division Director in the oversight and administration of Human Resources operations.
Managing and maintaining the Second Chance Employment Program
Overseeing the Team Kentucky Internship Program.
Overseeing cabinet administrative investigations, employee disciplinary matters, and grievance processes.
If you are seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of administrative or management experience, two of which must include direct supervision of personnel.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional administrative, management, or research experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.

Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Teresa Miner at Teresak.Miner@ky.gov or 502-564-6223.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Intake specialist

Under direction of the chief intake specialist, this position receives intakes (complaints about misconduct that falls under OIG’s investigative, as well as information provided by the public to OIG about the functioning of City operations and places for improvement from City officials and employees or members of the public) and documents and processes those for further investigation or inquiry by OIG.

DUTIES:

-Receives intakes from members of public, elected and appointed officials, City employees, and others who have information about misconduct or the functioning of City government
-Process intakes for OIG, including by conducting preliminary information gathering on the intake, gathering relevant documents, writing detailed intake reports, and entering intakes in OIG’s case management system
-Interviews complainants to obtain required information
-Analyzes intake data and advises management on potential trends
-Follows up on intakes, inquiries, and concerns to ensure they are resolved in a timely manner
-Interacts professionally with members of the public, elected officials, appointed officials, civic organizations and other individuals associated with private and public entities including commercial and non-profit organizations
-Other duties as assigned by the chief intake specialist

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

-Five years of customer service or administrative work experience
-Either: 1) Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree plus three years of customer service or administrative work experience; or 2) graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree or higher plus one year of customer service or administrative work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-Bachelor's Degree
-Language fluency in both English and Spanish
-Excellent analytical skills
-Excellent writing, research, and editing skills
-Ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and execute competing assignments, and control deadlines
-Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
-Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

-Strong work ethic and professionalism
-Excellent written and oral communication
-Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
-Collaborates with co-workers and thrives in a team-based environment
-Ability to effectively work cross functionally in a fast-paced work environment

ANNUAL SALARY: Range: $52,716 – $85,980 (annual increases)

Starting: $52,716 (non-negotiable); Post successful six-month review $55,272.

BENEFITS: For information on City of Chicago employees’ benefits, please visit the City of Chicago benefits office website.

TRAVEL AND SCHEDULE: Travel outside Chicago is not required. Standard office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employees must be a resident of the City of Chicago and proof of residency is required at the commencement of employment.

KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ESSAY REQUIREMENT: A passing score on a knowledge skill test(s) and/or essay may be required.Your application must include a response to the following prompt:

In less than 500 words, please describe your process for setting priorities and handling competing deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Please draw on any examples from your professional experience as appropriate.

WE VALUE DIVERSITY

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an equal opportunity employer.

OIG is an inclusive organization that hires and develops all its staff of all levels regardless of race, religion, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, marital or parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, age, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

OIG strives to create the kind of workplace where a socially diverse mix of people can thrive professionally. We pride ourselves in meeting our legal charge to promote economy, effectiveness, efficiency, and integrity in government. Through the hard work of our passionate and innovative team, OIG aims to serve every community with equity, respect, and dignity.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy to participate in the application process, please contact OIG’s Manager of Human Resources Eloise Markham at emarkham@igchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

THE CITY OF CHICAGO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The City of Chicago does not participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). In addition, employment at the Office of Inspector General is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

NOTIFICATION REGARDING USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

The submission of written materials (e.g., writing samples, essays, cover letters, etc.) generated in part or fully by AI is strongly discouraged. Candidates who submit AI-generated written materials may be disqualified from further consideration.

ACCOUNTANT / AUDITOR

Accountant/Auditor (Grants)-WV Department of Agriculture-Kanawha Co.

Salary

See Position Description

Location
Kanawha County, WV

Job Type
Full-Time Permanent

Job Number
NC-79

Department
- Not in the Classified Service, See Posting

Opening Date
05/15/2026

Closing Date
6/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

LOCATION OF VACANCY
KANAWHA

Description
Benefits
Nature of Work

***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system.
If you are interested in this position, you must apply directly to the hiring agency.***

ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR (GRANTS)
WV DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
KANAWHA COUNTY
SALARY: $50,000 - $60,000 Annually

Job Title: Accountant / Auditor (Grants)

Division: Administrative Services Headquarters: Guthrie Agricultural Center, Charleston, WV

Reports To: Comptroller / Assistant Administrative Services Director

Supervisory Responsibility: None

FLSA Status: Exempt

Nature of Work:

Under general supervision, performs professional accounting work at the fully proficient level, providing a wide variety of complex financial compliance, reporting and development services.

Examples of Work
Review various federal grant documents throughout a grant’s life cycle and related management / accounting / procedural documentation to determine the interrelationship with state policies and procedural requirements, develop recommendations for appropriate treatment.

Prepare or review various internal and external accounting, grants management, and other reports according to established policies and procedures as they relate to financial positions and operational results; maintain related financial records.

Develop audit and/or comprehensive review programs, prepare responses to review findings, recommend conclusions and solutions; assist in explaining findings and recommendations to internal and/or external agency officials.

Perform specialized work related to financial issues such as legal/technical research, analyses, and preparation of recommendations for compliance evaluations, policy development, and process improvements.

Review and/or prepare budget documents or provide information necessary for others to complete such tasks.

Analyze moderately complex administrative and technical problems and formulate suggested improvements or solutions.

Evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of various programs/functions through analysis of financial records.

Review financial records for completeness and accuracy to determine compliance with state and federal laws as well as with accounting and auditing standards.

Consult with associated entities on accounting procedures and problem resolution.

Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field.

May plan and/or lead projects related to financial compliance and reporting issues in areas of assignment.

May oversee or review work completed by other office personnel.

May train other personnel to prepare financial information or documents.

Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Office environment, sitting, stooping, bending, walking, stretching/reaching, keyboarding, manual dexterity, visual activity, ability to lift over 20 pounds. Some travel required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and practices.

Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of governmental accounting and auditing.

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and rules for federal grants management.

Skill in the use of database principles and/or computerized accounting applications.

Skill in the use of a personal computer especially in the areas of spreadsheet, database, and word processing applications.

Ability to prepare accurate accounting entries and adjustments and perform mathematical computations accurately and quickly.

Ability to develop and prepare financial schedules and working papers.

Ability to analyze and interpret accounting records.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to use sound technical judgement in determining the accuracy and completeness of financial information obtained.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or public administration, economics, finance, business management, or related field.

Experience: Two years of full-time paid employment in accounting/auditing or grants management preferred.

Substitutions: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in accounting, business or public administration, economics, finance, business management, or related field may be substituted on a year for year basis for employment experience

Licenses/ Certifications: None

Additional Requirements:

Valid driver’s license is required.

Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing.

Satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including DMV records.

Must maintain a positive image of the Commissioner, West Virginia Department of Agriculture.

This description is subject to review and revision at the discretion of the Commissioner and designees.

West Virginia Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer.

Other Information

Agency:

West Virginia Department of Agriculture

Address:

1900 Kanawha Blvd. East Charleston, West Virginia, 25305

This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. Therefore, interested persons must apply directly to the hiring agency as directed above.

Investigator

#2223 - Investigator

Directs, supervises, or performs confidential investigations of the occurrence or the suspected occurrence of fraud, waste, abuse, or corruption within or related to fulfilling the statutory and constitutional responsibilities of the Comptroller.

Under the general direction of the Chief Investigator and Division of Investigations Executive Management, the Investigator directs, supervises, and performs confidential investigations of alleged corruption, fraud, waste, or abuse related to public funds or governmental agencies and municipalities.

Position Summary:

Item #: 00157
Bargaining Unit: Management Confidential
Division: Investigations
Bureau: Investigative Audit
Jurisdictional Class: Exempt
Appointment Type: Permanent
Salary Grade: NS
Salary Range: $114,558 - $144,343
Employment Type: FULL TIME
Occupational Category: Other Professional Careers
NY HELPS: No
Travel Percentage: 20%
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Shift: No
Mandatory Overtime: No
Compressed Workweek Allowed: No
Telecommuting Allowed: Yes

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, you must create a candidate profile or log in to your profile and upload the documents listed below.
Cover Letter
Resume
Transcripts

Reference Item #00157-JMB on your cover letter for proper routing. Please ensure the item number is included in each document's file name.

Minimum Qualifications:

8+ years of full-time experience as a Police or Peace Officer at the local, state or federal level.
6+ years of full-time experience conducting criminal investigations, with an emphasis on white-collar crime (including fraud, public corruption, embezzlement, healthcare fraud and other financial or regulatory offenses).
Maintain a current and valid New York State driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience in conducting complex financial, white collar, and public corruption investigations including all aspects of public corruption, embezzlement, money laundering, financial statement fraud, and fraud related to falsifying public records.
Knowledge of criminal law and procedure including laws and procedures for gathering and preserving physical and testimonial evidence.
Ability to manage an active caseload, handle multiple examinations simultaneously, and prioritize assignments.
Strong verbal and written communication skills including experience in conducting interviews, testifying, and the ability to present complex analyses and criminal activities comprehensibly.
Knowledge of State and local government operations.
Ability to work well with staff at all levels of the organization.
Ability to take on responsibility and function independently.
Must maintain a high level of integrity and discretion.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and ability to function as part of a team.
Ability to gather documents and preserve evidence to support the outcome of investigations; engage in field activity as needed, including surveillance and the collection and preservation of physical evidence to support the investigation.
Ability to travel across the State required.
Ability to use and work with a variety of hardware tools and software programs is expected.

Contact Information:

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact:
Division Contact:

Kelli Bailey
KBailey@osc.ny.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Jennifer Brantigan
(518) 474-1924
Recruit@osc.ny.gov

The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.

Telecommuting

The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee's primary residence location, duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.

Reasonable Accommodation

The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Program Investigator III

Advertisement Closes 5/30/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-02361 Program Investigator III
Pay Grade 15
Salary $47,531.28 - $71,298.00 Annually
Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Office of the Secretary
Location500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description Kentucky’s Medical Cannabis program is looking for a Program Investigator III to conduct investigations of compliance and enforcement. This position will conduct complex level investigations using investigative and interviewing skills to interview business owners, citizens, and others. The Program Investigator III will draft detailed reports outlining compliance or non-compliance with medical cannabis laws and regulations. This position will also research and maintain current knowledge of general policy, procedures, regulations, and statutes to ensure accuracy when completing investigations.

This position will report to an office in Frankfort, Kentucky and may require in-state travel, and overtime. The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:
Ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
Investigative skills.
Interviewing skills.
Attention to detail.
Problem solving skills.
Ability to conduct research.
Planning and organizing skills.
Ability to work in a team environment showing open-mindedness, listening, respect and problem-solving.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to analyze and interpret information.
Critical thinking skills.
Computer and administrative skills.
Interpersonal skills such as dependability, patience, flexibility, and cooperation.
Excellent time management skills.
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Conduct complex investigations to determine compliance with medical cannabis laws and regulations.
Interprets laws, regulations and policies for the medical cannabis enforcement and compliance program.
Draft detailed reports and recommendations based on investigations. Draft other written correspondence.
Reviews reports for accuracy.
Conduct research and study laws, statutes, policies, and procedures.
Responds to inquiries from providers, patients, the public, and others.
Provide guidance and training to branch staff as directed.
May testify in administrative or judicial proceedings.
Attend training.

Represents the branch by attending meetings to provide technical program information.
The Cabinet for Health and Family services (CHFS) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. CHFS will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 orhttps://www.e-verify.gov/.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years of experience in the field of investigation, administrative, business, or social work/eligibility experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study in the above fields will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in one of the above fields will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license prior employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions Typical working conditions include both extensive field work in a variety of settings and normal office work. Travel throughout the state may be required to conduct interviews, perform surveillance activities, and to obtain information and evidence. Interviews may be confrontational. Overnight travel and working irregular hours may be required. Working outdoors for extended periods and working in all types of weather may be required.

Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Josh Masterson at josh.masterson@ky.gov or 502-564-2770.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D