Inspector General

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office within the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) with the authority toconduct investigations regarding waste, fraud and misconduct by any officer, employee, member of the Board; any contractor,subcontractor, consultant or agent providing or seeking to provide goods or services to CCC; and any program administered or funded bythe District or colleges. Recommendations made by the OIG as aresult of the agency's independent investigations and audits serveto promote economy, efficiency, effectiveness, and integrity in the administration of the District's programs and operations.

The Inspector General is appointed by the Board of Trustees uponthe recommendation of the Chancellor for a term of four (4) years,which may be renewed.

Reporting to the Chancellor and the Board of Trustees, the Inspector General provides the leadership and vision, aswell as the legal and investigative expertise necessary to effectively manage, direct and successfully execute the functions of the Office of the Inspector General. The position oversees allOIG investigations, audits/reviews, reporting, and administrative operations to ensure independent and effective identification,investigation, and prevention of waste, fraud, misconduct, andabuse.

Performs related duties as required.

• Develops and implements policies, procedures, and standards governing the conduct of fair, independent, accurate, and thorough investigations of complaints and audits/reviews of the Districts programs and operations.
• Initiates investigations and audits of the conduct and performance of the Districts officers, employees, members of the Board, agents and contractors, to identify and prevent waste,fraud, abuse, and misconduct.
• Directs a staff of professional investigators responsible for conducting confidential, complex, and specialized investigations of complaints and audit/reviews, preparing summary reports of sustained findings, and providing recommendations for corrective actions.
• Reviews complaints and allegations of misconduct received from internal and external sources. Assesses the nature and seriousness of allegations and determines the appropriate level of response.
• Provides direction and advises Investigators on strategic andlegal investigative matters, investigative techniques, interviews,evidence collection, and assessment of findings.
• Provides final review and approval of summary reports documenting findings and results of completed investigations and audit/reviews, and recommendations to address sustained findings of misconduct, fraud, inefficiencies and waste.
• Prepares and delivers presentations and briefings for Board of Trustees meetings regarding OIG activities, findings,recommendations, and related matters as required.
• Oversees the preparation and publication of a bi-annual summaryof investigations and audits resulting in sustained findings ofwaste, fraud, or misconduct, and recommendations for disciplinary and administrative actions and other corrective measures.
• Establishes performance expectations for OIG staff; evaluates performance and addresses performance issues in accordance with HR policies.
• Selects staff within OIG. Directs professional development opportunities to ensure OIG staff maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform their responsibilities.
• Develops and manages OIGs annual operating budget and monitors expenditures to ensure effective stewardship of resources.
• Coordinates and collaborates with federal, state and municipal law enforcement agencies and other external oversight entities as appropriate.
• Performs related duties as required.

Reports To Chancellor

Direct Supervision:
Deputy Inspector General;
Supervising Investigator

• A Masters degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Finance, or a related field, ORa Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in investigations, ethics, criminal law, law enforcement, labor/employment law, government oversight, or related fields, including at least six years in a management or leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest standard of ethics,integrity, independence, and professional conduct.
• A valid State of Illinois driver's license, with the ability totravel throughout the District to various colleges, satellite locations, and other relevant sites as required.
• Designation as a Certified Inspector General (CIG), Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI), a Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA), Certified Fraud Specialist (CFS), or comparable certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience conducting and managing complex, large scale investigations involving fraud, misconduct, abuse,mismanagement, or other matters of significant organizational risk.
• Knowledge of District policies, procedures,…