Assistant Inspector General for Investigations

School District of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city’s more than 200,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us? Job Summary The Director of Investigation in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) for the School District assists the Deputy Inspector General, Chief for the School District in planning and managing the work for the OIG, School District. The Director of Investigation oversees, coordinates and monitors all investigations related to allegations of corruption, fraud, criminal activity, waste, abuse, mismanagement, misconduct, conflicts of interest and other unethical, illegal or prohibited activities of School District employees and officials, contractors, charter schools and users of School District services and facilities. Directs and oversees Investigators responsible for performing a full range of investigative assignments, including difficult, complex, multifaceted, sensitive and confidential investigations. In addition, OIG Investigators for the School District participate in the analysis and evaluation of internal controls and prepares recommendations. OIG Investigators are expected to balance and prioritize a significant caseload under the direction of the Inspector General (IG) and Deputy Inspector General, Chief for the School District. In addition, the Director of Investigation evaluates and examines internal controls, and prepares recommendations for the District, related to the detection, prevention and resolution of inappropriate activity and waste within the authority of the OIG/SD.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Seven years of full-time, paid, professional, financial, investigative or law enforcement experience in a criminal justice, civil or administrative agency, two of which have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity leading financial, white collar or contract compliance investigations.
Demonstrated knowledge of: ○ the scope, application and interpretation of the specific laws and regulations relating to the investigative jurisdiction of the OIG. ○ the rules of evidence. ○ the objectives of various types of investigations. ○ investigative and interviewing methods and techniques. ○ specialized investigative devices and equipment. ○ the functions and jurisdictions of other federal, state and local agencies. ○ supervisory methods and procedures.
Ability to: ○ plan, coordinate and direct all aspects of the investigation. ○ use excellent written and verbal communication skills. ○ consistently demonstrate sound judgment. ○ be analytical and use analysis to assist in making decisions. ○ consistently meet deadlines and is able to handle several projects simultaneously. ○ use excellent computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet applications and internet research.

Responsibilities

Oversees and directs the activities of staff; monitors all phases of the investigation; receives and reviews requests for investigations from the IG, representatives of the School District, and others; assigns and reviews the work of Investigators.
Determines the priority/scope of and planning for all phases of assigned investigations, including the coordination of investigative analysts, support staff and others.
Oversees the interviews of employees, managers, executives, contractors, vendors, parents, citizens and public officials to determine and analyze facts to conclude whether School District policies have been followed or violated.
Interviews witnesses and suspects to obtain information, evidence and admissions or leads.
Directs and conducts the surveillance of individuals or locations.
Directs and conducts the review of administrative records and reports, financial records and legal documents.
Collects, evaluates and prepares evidence for presentation to prosecuting and agency officials and for introduction at administrative proceedings.
Evaluates information to determine the credibility and reliability of employees, individuals and private entities transacting business with the School District.
Reviews reports of investigations to determine if requested information has been collected and that findings have been substantiated by relevant facts.
Prepares detailed reports of investigations setting forth allegations, findings, evidence and recommendations.
Prepares findings, reports, and related documentation for formal presentations.
Recommends changes to agency administrative operations in order to prevent future violations and increase program efficiency.
Appears in court and at administrative proceedings as a government witness to present testimony and evidence.
Works with, assists and/or supervises other law enforcement agents, through participating in joint investigations and other matters of mutual interest.
Attends specialized training sessions and conferences as required.
Evaluates and examines internal controls and root cause of inappropriate activity and/or waste.
Prepares written reports to include recommendations for the District related to the detection, prevention and resolution of activity within the authority of the OIG/SD.