OIIG INVESTIGATOR - THE OFFICE OF THE INDEPENDENT INSPECTOR GENERAL (ACTIVELY RECRUITED)

Job Description - OIIG INVESTIGATOR - THE OFFICE OF THE INDEPENDENT INSPECTOR GENERAL (ACTIVELY RECRUITED) (00139409) Job Description Requisition ID 00139409 Job Posting Aug 21, 2026, 8:18:09 PM Closing Date Sep 5, 2026, 4:59:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time : 8:30 A.M. Shift End Time : 4:30 P.M. Organization Offices Under the President Work Locations Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington Cook County Offices Under The President Administrative Hearings Auditor Bureau of Administration Bureau of Economic Development Bureau of Finance Bureau of Human Resources Bureau of Technology Facilities Office of the President Job Summary The Office of the Independent Inspector General (OIIG) was created to detect, deter and prevent corruption fraud, waste, mismanagement, unlawful political discrimination and misconduct in the operation of Cook County Government. Cook County, Ill., Ordinances 07-0-52 (2007). Under the direction of office management and other senior level staff, conducts investigations primarily in connection with reported incidents of misconduct and/or operational deficiencies involving Cook County employees, officers, officials, agents and contractors and other governmental agencies and employees. Interviews and prepares comprehensive confidential reports detailing investigation findings. May be required to provide testimony in court or before administrative tribunals. Performs other duties as assigned. This position may also involve a concentration focusing on investigation, oversight, auditing and monitoring of government compliance with the laws and policies prohibiting unlawful political discrimination. This position is Actively Recruited and at will. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Four (4) years of full-time work experience in the conduct of investigations involving criminal or fraudulent activity, audits, administrative violations or other matters of potential civil liability. -OR- Graduation from an accredited college or university with an advanced degree in Law. Four (4) years of full-time work experience practicing law in the fields of civil or criminal litigation. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge/familiarity with applicable laws and regulations of state, local, and other authorities relative to cases of abuse, fraud, waste, and mismanagement; as well as criminal and civil misconduct. Ability to perform duties in a discreet, confidential, thorough, objective, and judicious manner. Ability to conduct interviews and interact effectively with complainants, witnesses, victims and other agency representatives in the conduct of investigations. Ability to prepare written reports and other documentation in a clear, concise, and accurate manner coupled with skill in developing facts and information. Aptitude for organizing facts, information, and analyzing evidence. Ability to work effectively with other investigators and/or staff on investigations. The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered Medical, Dental, and Vision Basic Term Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time Voluntary Benefits You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options. Salary Range: $94,997/ Yearly *This position requiressuccessful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty , 44-56 Political Discrimination ; OIIG Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification ; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List ; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d). EEO Statement Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook Social Media Disclaimer The County’s hiring process is governed by the OIIG Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of

COOK COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER