Inspector General - Non-Merit

Baltimore County; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County is seeking an Inspector General to oversee investigations into fraud and misconduct, ensuring accountability and integrity within County Government. This appointed position requires a Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience. The Inspector General will lead investigations, propose legislative changes, and supervise staff operations.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience in auditing, law, ethics, compliance, government operations, or financial management.

Responsibilities

• Identify fraud, waste, and abuse in County Government.
• Conduct investigations and submit conclusions through OIG Reports.
• Supervise OIG staff operations.

Skills

Auditing

Compliance

Ethics

Financial Management

Government Operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

An appointed position exists in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Section 3-14-103 of the Baltimore County Code requires an open search process for the position of the Inspector General.

Appointed positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

The OIG conducts investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, misconduct, and other improprieties concerning the County's employees, contractors, and resources. The OIG also makes recommendations to promote efficiency, accountability, and integrity in County Government.

The Inspector General is appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council. The Inspector General serves a four (4) year term commencing upon appointment and continues until a successor is qualified. The Inspector General may not serve more than two full terms, excluding any time served to complete an unexpired term. The Inspector General may be removed by the County Executive before the expiration of the 4-year term for cause, subject to the approval of the County Council by a majority plus one vote after a public hearing.

The Inspector General may be removed by the County Executive before the expiration of the term only for cause, with approval from the County Council after a public hearing.

Responsibilities include:

1. Identifying fraud, waste, and abuse, and promoting efficiency, accountability, and integrity in County Government.
2. Conducting investigations into claims of fraud, waste, and abuse, and submitting conclusions and recommendations through OIG Reports.
3. Proposing legislative and policy recommendations to enhance OIG operations and align County law with relevant State law changes.
4. Reviewing and responding to proposed State and County legislation impacting the OIG.
5. Supervising OIG staff operations, including hiring, directing, discharging, and evaluating performance.
6. Providing annual training on the functions of the office and how to report fraud, waste, or abuse.
7. Consulting with the County Council, the Office of Law, and other departments as appropriate.
8. Performing other duties as outlined in §3-14-106 of the County Code.

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. Additionally, ten (10) years of relevant experience in auditing, law, ethics, compliance, government operations, or financial management is required.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education: Applicants must submit proof of education beyond high school, including diplomas or transcripts showing the major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof will result in your application not being considered.

For degrees obtained outside the U.S., submit degree equivalence documentation from www.WES.org.

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Inspector General - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Employment Background Investigation: This includes criminal background, education verification, and fingerprinting checks.