OIG Special Agent

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This position plans, conducts, and coordinates follow-ups, reviews, inquiries, and investigations of misconduct and gross mismanagement in local government operations. This position reports to an Investigations Manager. Illustrative TasksPlans, conducts, and coordinates follow-ups, reviews, inquiries, and investigations. Updates investigation and review plans as necessary, keeping supervisor informed on progress and status. Reviews and analyzes documents such as bank records, invoices, receipts, corporate filings, financial statements, small business certifications, vendor applications, responses to public procurement solicitations, contracts, and change orders.Conducts interviews and collects and documents evidence and other supporting material.Conducts surveillance.Examines municipal and county organizational structure and monitoring practices to determine whether relevant law, regulations, rules, and policies effectively establish internal controls that aid in preventing and detecting potential fraud, waste, and abuse.Reviews contracts and financial records to ensure invoices are in compliance with contract terms, all charges are legitimate, and vendors met all deliverables. Reviews the processes for initiating and issuing contract modifications and ensures that modifications are in compliance with contract terms.Effectively establishes sources of information.Testifies at official proceedings regarding investigations and findings.Prepares reports, activity logs, and memoranda to document observations, findings, and recommendations.Maintains a current working knowledge of county and municipal structures and programs.As directed, works with local government officials to prevent losses, improve processes, and detect conflicts of interest, fraud, waste, and abuse.Attends meetings at local governments to observe processes and identify any areas of concern.Related duties as necessary; other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Abilities, and SkillsDemonstrated professional expertise in conducting complex reviews and investigations.Demonstrated observation skills. Reasoned and sound professional judgment. Considerable written and oral communication skills.Ability to organize and maintain large volumes of documents.Ability to work independently, including in the field, with minimal supervision.Ability to develop and maintain a broad knowledge base of county and municipal policies, procedures, departments, and personnel.Knowledge of various fraud schemes traditionally committed by vendors, management, and employees in governmental organizations, as well as effective ways to identify those schemes.Knowledge of governmental methods used to acquire goods and services and the types of contracts used to purchase those goods and services.Ability to research and understand design, engineering, construction, and construction management principles, as well as the ability to research and understand governmental procurement and contracting best practices.Ability to research and analyze open sources of information.Ability to establish and maintain effective and respectful working relationships with the general public, co-workers, and those under the OIG’s authority or jurisdiction. Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of the OIG Manual of Directives, including the OIG Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct. Required Experience and Training Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with an emphasis in a related major. Relevant experience (1) with a federal, state, or local law enforcement or investigative agency or (2) in governmental operational and managerial functions, auditing, construction, or contract administration is required. Experience investigating fraud or public corruption is preferred. Significant experience in the referenced areas may substitute for the education requirement. Excellent computer skills, including word processing applications, Excel, open sources, and other public records databases, is necessary. A relevant professional designation such as Licensed General Contractor, Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI), or Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA) is preferred.To apply: Please forward your resume and a cover letter summarizing your accomplishments in the areas described above to InspectorGeneral@broward.org with the subject line, “OIG Special Agent” on or by May 8, 2026. The salary range for an OIG Special Agent is $86,083.09 to $137,732.82, with the anticipated starting salary in the lower third of the range, commensurate with education and experience. Please include any minimum salary required. Receipt will be confirmed via e-mail only. No telephone inquiries, please. The earliest review will occur approximately 14 days from the initial posting. Please be aware that resumes and related information may be subject to public disclosure in accordance with Florida public records laws.As a condition of employment, selected candidates must pass an extensive background investigation.Veteran's preference will be granted to eligible veterans, spouses of veterans and other veteran's preference eligible persons in accordance with Florida law. To be considered for veteran's preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 (member copy #4) or an equivalent document which serves as a certificate of release or discharge and/or other supporting documentation as required by the Florida Administrative Code depending upon the category under which preference is claimed. Documents submitted for previous applications will not be carried over. Documentation must be received PRIOR TO THE ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSING DATE.The Broward Office of the Inspector General is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The closing date for this position announcement is May 8, 2026