Director - Special Investigations Director

Agency Office of the State Auditor Division Job  Classification Title Assistant State Audit Director (NS)
Position NumberGradeNC
26

About UsThe North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is your fiscal watchdog. We audit more than $100 billion in state assets and liabilities each year, bringing transparency to local, state, and federal government. Our reports and findings include recommendations that result in good government reforms. OSA thoroughly investigates alleged cases of fraud, waste, and abuse of taxpayer dollars, working with law enforcement on prosecution when warranted.

Description of Work This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is looking for a senior leader who would be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations for the Special Investigations Division. In this role, you will be able to provide leadership and strategic direction for a high-volume investigative operation, along with conducting high-impact investigations.

You would serve as the day-to-day senior leader for the division of 14 professionals, including four direct managerial reports. This position reports directly to the Deputy Director of the Special Investigations (Head of the Division).As part of our team, you will get to:

Establish the strategic direction, priorities, and annual objectives of the Special Investigations Division Ensure investigations are conducted objectively, independently, thoroughly, and consistently

Oversee the production and release of up to 36 investigative reports annually, including both investigative audits and special reports

Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing investigative professionals

Represent the Special Investigations Division before OSA senior leadership, internal, and external stakeholders

Develop metrics and performance measures to evaluate the effectiveness of the division

Foster a workplace culture founded on accountability, transparency, and professional growth

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000

Knowledge , Skills, and Abilities Ability to oversee a division responsible for producing formal investigative reports

Strong analytics, written, verbal, and presentation skills

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex and sensitive matters simultaneously

Experience coaching managers and developing future leaders

Advanced conflict-resolution, negotiation, mediation, and consensus-building skills

Management Preferences :

Advanced degree in law, public administration, business, criminal justice, or a related field

Ten or more years of progressively responsible investigative, compliance, audit, law-enforcement, oversight, or related professional experience

Significant experience leading complex investigations

Holds an active Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification

This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.

OSA is the state’s Fiscal Watchdog. We hold state government and entities that receive public money accountable, working on behalf of North Carolinians to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.

Learn more about our office here! Why Work for the NC Office of The State Auditor?

This is a full-time position ( 40 hours per week) with State Benefits including:

Work-Life Balance:40-hour work week with flexible schedule options and the ability to earn compensatory time off Generous paid time off each year, including:12 paid holidays per year1 paid personal observance leave dayAt least 14 vacation days accrued per year (increase with years of service)12 paid sick days per year
24 hours paid community service leave

Competitive pay and affordable…