Special Agent
Listed on 2026-08-29
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Government
Police Officer
Special Agent #00023
Title:
Special Agent #00023
State Role
Title:
Law Enforcement Officer III
Hiring Range: $77,000.00 - $96,000.00
Pay Band: 5
Agency:
Office of State Inspector Gen
Location:
Richmond City
Job Duties
The Office of the State Inspector General (OSIG) is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Special Agent. The Office of the State Inspector General's mission is to deter fraud, waste and abuse while promoting accountability and excellence within the Commonwealth. Under the direction and guidance of the Supervisory Special Agent, this Special Agent position is responsible for conducting thorough criminal investigations and administrative inquiries of incidents, or allegations of incidents of fraud, waste, abuse, or corruption within Commonwealth of Virginia executive branch agencies.
This position ensures that all assignments meet accepted professional standards and are timely and accurately reported. This position is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of prevention activities to reduce the vulnerability of Commonwealth assets and resources to fraud, waste, abuse, or corruption. Please note that two positions will be filled from this recruitment.
Minimum Qualifications
Current DCJS basic law enforcement officer certification. Working knowledge and experience with methods and techniques meeting legal and accepted professional standards in conducting complex criminal and administrative investigations. Working knowledge of applicable federal and state statutes and administrative policies. Working knowledge of procedures used to identify, examine, and analyze evidence; prepare and preserve evidence for court presentation or administrative hearings. Working knowledge of court procedures and rules of evidence.
Working knowledge and experience conducting interviews of complainants, subjects, and witnesses to include properly documenting the interview in investigative reports. Ability to prepare comprehensive reports. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with Commonwealth of Virginia agency managers and personnel, law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, citizens and the general public. High school graduate or equivalent.
Additional Considerations
Experience conducting complex and multi-jurisdictional criminal investigations, particularly investigations involving financial crime or fraud. Preferred certifications include Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI).
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to . Please include your name and the position number of the fax cover sheet.
To be eligible to take home an assigned state vehicle, special agents must have permanent residence within 50 driving miles of OSIG's office, located at 219 Governor Street, Richmond, VA 23219. Occasional in-state travel, both overnight and on multiple days, in support of agency business needs. A background investigation prior to employment is required for the successful candidate, which will include medical clearance, drug screen, psychological evaluation, fingerprint-based criminal history check, and driver's license check.
Also, completion of a Statement of Economic Interest at the time of employment and annually is required thereafter. This position may be eligible for telework opportunities. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.…
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