Special Agent of Policy and Compliance - OIG Agent

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

CITY OF BALTIMORE, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL

SPECIAL AGENT OF POLICY AND COMPLIANCE - OIG AGENT

Salary Range:

$76,299 - $122,078 / Annually

Hiring Salary Range:

$76,299 - $99,188 / Annually

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits  

NOTE: GRANT POSITIONS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RETIREMENT BENEFITS 

Job Summary:  

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) was created as an oversight authority with the authority to 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 the City government will operate with maximum efficiency, accountability, and integrity. The OIG is uniquely positioned to be a major contributor to the effort to build and maintain greater public trust in 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 complaints of fraud, waste, and abuse is one way we carry out our mission.

Essential Functions:

• 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 incidents.
• 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.
• Provides legal advice and representation of the Office of Inspector General on matters concerning confidentiality, right-to-know law, or other issues as directed by, and subject to the supervision of the Inspector General.
• Represents the Office of Inspector General at meetings with external local, state, and federal agencies, including prosecutors’ offices.
• Assists in preparing Office of Inspector General employees to testify at disciplinary hearings, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Coordinates and directs the investigation, inspection, or review of matters reported to the OIG. • Coordinates legal and other matters of mutual concern with the Office of General Counsel on behalf of the Office of Inspector General.
• Reviews vendor contracts and invoices for services and submits them for approval by the Inspector General.
• Reviews contracts and invoices for professional services and submits them for approval of the Inspector General.
• Prepares written legal opinions and conducts independent research concerning legal relationships, duties, obligations, and rights, and the policies, programs, and projects of the Office of Inspector General relating to the responsibilities of the Inspector General acting in his/her official capacity in directing and administering activities of the Office of Inspector General.
• Coordinates and directs the staff of the Office of Inspector General engaged in performing a variety of investigations, inspections, reviews, and other engagements.
• Prepares required reports and special reports as requested.
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff.
• Provides guidance and training to staff on policy, ethics, compliance, and fraud prevention.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Inspector General

Minimum Qualifications: 

Education:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school or university.
• Three years of full-time, paid, professional experience practicing law or related experience, which has involved supervisory, administrative, or coordinative responsibility.
• Member in good standing of the Maryland Bar.
• Certificate of admission in good standing to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Maryland.

AND 

Experience:

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience representing the Office of Inspector General and be eligible to apply for certification as a Certified Inspector General Counsel (CIGC) within a year of hire.
• Previous experience with an Inspector General's Office with a demonstrated record of success in the performance of duties unique to the OIG.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

Extensive knowledge of:

• State and federal laws.
• Judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
• The principles and practices of management as they relate to the administrative functions.
• Legal concepts.
• Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of legal research.
• Judicial procedures and legal practices specific to state and federal courts in Maryland.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Analyze, organize, and evaluate the evidence and procedures involving difficult and complex cases and present such materials in clear and logical form for all written presentations, such as reports, memoranda, briefs, and opinions.
• Develop and build consensus to resolve conflicts.
• Analyze legal documents and investigative reports.
• Draft investigative, legal, and other reports.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of staff engaged in legal, administrative, or investigative activities. learn the Baltimore City Codes.
• Learn the policies and procedures governing Baltimore City Government.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Additional Information 

Background Check                                        

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or a Fingerprint screening must be successfully completed. 

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

Probation 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. 

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 initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.  

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. 

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