Staff Investigator

The Office of 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 Staff Investigator, with supervision, will be responsible for conducting due diligence in the complaint evaluation process and assisting with administrative and criminal investigations of allegations of 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

• Assist with review and assessment of complaints submitted to the OIG, through due diligence and evidence collection 
• Gather evidence through a variety of methods including but not limited to site visits, use of photographic and video equipment, open source research, and document requests consistent with policies and procedures set forth by the Inspector General
• Conduct investigative interviews of complainants, witnesses, and subjects
• Prepare detailed written reports to document all investigative activities conducted during an investigation
• Review and analyze extensive data, business records, and financial documents to determine whether evidence of waste, fraud or misconduct exists
• Maintain well-organized investigative case files and documentation in OIG electronic case management system
• Make recommendations and corrective actions to impacted business unit leadership; share ideas on improving overall efficiencies
• Testify in criminal and civil court, at arbitrations, and at administrative hearings 
• Work on joint criminal 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; respond to requests from Prosecutors (County, State and Federal) for successful prosecutions
• Perform other duties as assigned and consistent with the department

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university supplemented by one year of experience involving fact-finding analysis and investigative research and reporting work, preferably in an inspector general’s office, law enforcement agency, legal, military, or private sector entity. 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 the 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, selected candidate will be required to be fingerprinted by an external law enforcement agency. Employment will be contingent upon the results of the fingerprint based criminal history background search.

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

• Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package                

• Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Long-Term Care Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• Parking Transit

• Prepaid Legal Services

• Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan

• Identity Theft Protection

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance

• Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match

• Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago

• Hybrid work schedule (position specific) This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.

"Applications will be accepted for 30 days from the date of posting. However, the position may be closed at any point if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.”

Salary Range: $65,000 – 70,000  

Grade: S7

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None