Investigator II – Statewide Audits & Compliance

Illinois Secretary of State; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Secretary of State — Office of the Inspector General seeks an Inspector II to conduct complex investigations and audits, gather data, and prepare reports for potential disciplinary or prosecutorial actions. The role requires handling confidential information and traveling within the state as needed.

The position emphasizes strong investigative skills, knowledge of fraud examination theory, and familiarity with state statutes and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Requires a four-year college degree and two years of related investigative or legal experience.
• Extensive knowledge of investigative techniques and fraud examination theory.
• Working knowledge of Illinois statutes, rules and agency policies.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex statewide investigations of employees suspected of misconduct; conducts interviews and analyzes data.
• Prepares detailed reports on findings; forwards to prosecuting agencies or management; maintains confidential records.
• Performs audits of financial and management systems to detect fraud and deter misconduct; supports litigation.
• Coordinates activities of agency personnel during investigations and responds to inquiries.

Skills

Investigative techniques

Fraud examination theory

Legal knowledge

Security & confidentiality

Education

Four-year college degree

Job description

Illinois Secretary of State — Office of the Inspector General seeks an Inspector II to conduct complex investigations and audits, gather data, and prepare reports for potential disciplinary or prosecutorial actions. The role requires handling confidential information and traveling within the state as needed.

The position emphasizes strong investigative skills, knowledge of fraud examination theory, and familiarity with state statutes and internal policies.