Ethics Intake Analyst (Investigator - Principal Administrative Analyst)

At the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, we deliver reliable water to a region with 19 million people—and to accomplish this, we rely on a team of talented employees: innovators, problem‑solvers, and collaborators who make it all possible. This may result in an eligibility list. What You’ll Do Collaborate with Assistant Ethics Officer, Deputy Ethics Officer, and staff to participate in investigations of alleged misconduct and ethics policy violations. Evaluate existing ethics policies and initiatives to make recommendations that strengthen oversight and effectiveness. Research trends in government laws, internal policies, and professional ethics and oversight practices. Prepare statistical and narrative reports to support government reporting requirements and monitor the progress of Ethics Office initiatives. Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to employment and ethics‑related activities. Assess key procedural factors, including due process protections, confidentiality of information, and protection of sources. Schedule 44/36 hours, Monday through Friday; every other Friday off. Monday through Thursday: 9 hours per day; every other Friday: 8 hours per day. Start times are no earlier than 6 a.m. and end times are no later than 6 p.m. Hybrid Work Metropolitan’s current practice for this position is a hybrid work schedule, typically including two days a week in person and the other days remote. This may change depending on organizational needs. This classification performs work that requires maintaining confidentiality and is routinely privy to matters that either involve confidential information, sensitive personnel issues, or exposure to confidential and sensitive strategic corporate information. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and six years of relevant experience. Relevant Experience is defined as: Experience performing the following duties while employed by a government agency: conducting complaint interviews, gathering documents and evidence, and supporting preliminary intake and internal investigations of government officials or employees. Desirable Qualifications Investigative experience in government (local, state, and/or federal) organizations. Experience conducting ethics investigations and/or internal personnel investigations of policy or law violations. Formal training at a government academy or training program in conducting interviews, obtaining evidence, and investigative procedures. Certifications, Licenses, and Registration Requirements Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment. Benefits Competitive compensation Excellent medical, dental, life, and vision plans Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System Tuition reimbursement Training and advancement opportunities Excellent working environment On‑site fitness center Access to public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis Public transportation reimbursements The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a state‑established cooperative that, along with its 26 cities and retail suppliers, provides water for 19 million people in six counties. The district imports water from the Colorado River and Northern California to supplement local supplies, and helps its members to develop increased water conservation, recycling, storage, and other resource‑management programs. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 p.m. PST on the date stated in the job announcement. The deadline may be extended if sufficient applications have not been received. Eligibility List: An eligibility list is a list of qualified candidates created when a job posting states that one will be established. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications listed in the original posting and successfully pass all stages of the recruitment process—but are not selected for the initial vacancy—may be placed on this list for future openings. Qualifying Experience: Your resume must at a minimum include the month and year you began and ended employment, the name of the organization, your title, and a brief description of your experience. If your employment was part‑time, identify it on your resume next to the month/year. Candidates whose employment was part‑time should identify this on their resume as well. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (e.g., H1‑B or other employment‑based immigration case). #J-18808-Ljbffr Metropolitan Water District of Southern California