Head of Special Investigations

North Carolina Office of the State Auditor; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor seeks a senior leader to oversee the Special Investigations Division, guiding day-to-day operations for a high-volume, high-impact investigative unit of 14 professionals, including four direct reports. You will report to the Deputy Director and drive strategic direction and objectives.

You will recruit and develop investigators, oversee reporting, and ensure investigations are objective, thorough, and timely, maintaining accountability across the

Qualifications

• Ability to oversee a division producing formal investigative reports.
• Strong analytics and communication skills.
• Experience leading complex investigations and coaching managers.

Responsibilities

• Establish strategic direction and objectives for the Special Investigations Division.
• Ensure investigations are objective, thorough, and consistent.
• Oversee annual production of up to 36 investigative reports.
• Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing investigative professionals.
• Represent the division before senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Develop metrics to evaluate division effectiveness.
• Foster accountability, transparency, and professional growth.

Skills

Analytics

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership development

Strategic direction

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Advanced degree in law/public administration/business/criminal justice

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor seeks a senior leader to oversee the Special Investigations Division, guiding day-to-day operations for a high-volume, high-impact investigative unit of 14 professionals, including four direct reports. You will report to the Deputy Director and drive strategic direction and objectives.

You will recruit and develop investigators, oversee reporting, and ensure investigations are objective, thorough, and timely, maintaining accountability across the