Investigator (Data %26 Digital) - OIG General Investigations Unit

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500 schools and employing over 45,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the district supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience.

The Office of Inspector General is the independent oversight body for Chicago’s approximately 500 public, contract, and charter schools. The Office of Inspector General is charged with the responsibility of investigating allegations of waste, fraud, and financial mismanagement in public education within the jurisdiction of the Chicago Board of Education.

Job Summary: 

Reporting to the Chief Investigator, Investigators in the General Investigations Unit investigate matters involving allegations of misconduct, waste, fraud, and inefficiency within the Chicago Board of Education by employees, contractors, and others seeking to do business with the Board of Education. Investigators in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) fill a central role in executing the mission of the OIG. This position primarily focuses on digital and data-driven investigations, but includes a broad range of standard casework as well. This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.

The Investigator will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

• Interview complainants, witnesses, and employees to gather facts in order to investigate cases of alleged misconduct and violations of CPS policy and/or the law by Chicago Board of Education employees, vendors, etc
• Examine and analyze a variety of work records, related documents, and other evidence, utilizing data and digital investigation techniques as applicable, including:

  • Extracting and auditing data from various sources, including device logs and databases, while ensuring data integrity

  • Applying analysis to identify trends, patterns, or correlations

  • Translating findings into clear and relatable charts and dashboards

• Identify, locate and obtain evidence through site visits, written requests, subpoenas, surveillance, cyber analysis, social media, and in coordination with other departments

• Prepare well-written reports of investigation activities conducted

• Prepare and coordinate investigative plans

• Collaborate with and assist other investigative staff to conduct criminal, large-scale, and complex investigations

• Update, manage, and maintain caseload and case files

• Testify in court and hearings

• Other duties as assigned