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The Office of Executive Inspector General (OEIG) is an independent executive branch State agency which functions to ensure accountability in State government and the four regional transit boards. The OEIG\'s primary role is to investigate allegations of misconduct and to make reports of its findings to affected public agencies and officials. The OEIG is devoted to the highest standards of quality and professionalism and is committed to safeguarding governmental operations, which directly impacts those we serve.

Come work for the OEIG, an organization that has:

a mission-driven focus whose work provides significant impact;\ a culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessiblity;\ a hybrid work schedule; and\ paid time off in the form of personal days, sick time, vacation days, and paid\ holidays.\ Learn more at https://oeig.illinois.gov/.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of the Supervising Investigator, serves as Investigator.\ The incumbent is responsible for conducting investigations in compliance with applicable laws,\ rules, and policies. Takes primary responsibility for an assigned caseload, including gathering,\ preserving, and analyzing evidence; obtaining information via interviews and other methods; and\ preparing investigative reports. This position involves working on assignments of an extremely\ sensitive and confidential nature associated with investigations and legal proceedings.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\ Develops detailed investigative plans designed to result in the completion of thorough investigations that address allegations in an efficient and timely manner.

Research and/or review agency policies and other applicable rules or statutes, as well as social media and other publicly available information, in order to learn relevant information and incorporate it into investigative work.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets information, documentation, and physical evidence in order to make informed determinations about the direction and outcome of investigations. Uses Excel or other appropriate tools to thoroughly evaluate and understand the evidence and its significance to an investigation.
Interviews subjects, witnesses, and other parties to gather, verify, and/or corroborate evidence. Fully prepares for those interviews beforehand, including organizing relevant exhibits to show in the interviews and scheduling the interviews.
Documents interview statements, observations, and requests for and receipt of evidentiary materials in\ written reports. Ensures these reports are well-written, accurate, concise, thorough, and timely.
Maintains records of all information and materials pertinent to investigations, in an organized manner and in accordance with agency processes. Identifies, labels, and stores evidence gathered during the investigative process.
Collaborates with Office of Executive Inspector General (OEIG) legal staff, supervisors, and other investigative staff on an ongoing basis to reassess investigative plans and strategies in order to ensure comprehensive investigations with sound results.
Communicates with other government agencies and law enforcement entities in the course of investigations, or to provide information for and/or testify in administrative and court proceedings, as necessary.
Conducts stationary and mobile surveillance.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the dutiesenumerated above.

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