Job Description

Reference #: 4779808

THE POSITION Are you interested in a career that has the ability to make a broad political and administrative impact within state and local government? The State Ethics Commission is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented professional with an investigative background to fill a full-time Special Investigator 2 position within the Western Regional Office in Pittsburgh. If you have experience with financial document review and analysis, interviewing, and report writing, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Special Investigator 2, you will be responsible for conducting detailed investigations of financial conflicts of interests and other violations of the Restricted Activities provisions. These investigations are conducted of public officials and public employees at the local, county, and state level, and the investigations may result in administrative prosecutions and penalties. Work includes reviewing and analytically examining financial records, legal documents, contracts, bank statements, governmental meeting minutes, and other public records; reviewing social media and other sources; interviewing witnesses; preparing detailed investigative reports; testifying at hearings; and performing other tasks related to the investigation and administrative prosecution of a violation of the Ethics Act.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

While this position is posted as a Special Investigator 2, we may fill the position as a Special Investigator 3 depending upon the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Intrastate travel required, including occasional overnight stay. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. The selected candidate must be available to work at minimum 3 days per week in the office or field, this is subject to agency operational needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirements: You must possess a Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Criminology, or any other relevant field. You must possess three years of experience conducting or assisting with auditing, fraud, internal theft, or administrative investigations. This position is located in Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You must be willing to work in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Progressively responsible investigative work experience. Four or more years of investigative public contact experience (i.e., reviewing and presenting records, correspondence, and documentation used in case prosecution, claim or credit approval, or debt collection). Curiosity, creativity, professionalism, initiative, attention to detail, patience, and a strong interest in good and honest government. Experience utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite of applications. Strong written and oral communication skills.

How to Apply:

Your application must include a cover letter and resume. You must attach a cover letter and resume to your application for review by the hiring manager. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Remote job, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Local area, Work from home, Night shift, 3 days per week, Monday to Friday,

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