Inspector General UN
Apply NowCompany: City of Albuquerque, NM
Location: Albuquerque, NM 87121
Description:
Salary : $116,396.80 - $141,980.80 Annually
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2501088
Department: Inspector General
Division: IG-Inspector General
Opening Date: 02/27/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: NU
Position Summary
The Office of the Inspector General ("OIG") is an independent entity that has the responsibility for promoting accountability, integrity, efficiency, and transparency in the governance of the City of Albuquerque. Through inspections, investigations, evaluations, and reviews, the OIG identifies systemic corruption, vulnerabilities risks, and recommends improvements to eliminate or reduce the City's exposure to fraud, waste, and abuse. The OIG's goal is to improve the functioning of City government to ensure it effectively and efficiently protects the residents of Albuquerque.
As the Director of the OIG, the Inspector General has the authority and responsibility to direct, supervise, and perform independent investigative assessments of City departments and programs consistent with the Accountability in Government Ordinance ("AGOO"), the Inspector General Ordinance ("IGO"), and Professional Standards.
This is an unclassified at-will position.
The OIG is an entity independent from the Executive and Legislative branches of Albuquerque City Government.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, accounting, auditing, business administration, public administration or a related field; and
Eight (8) years of audit/investigation experience; and
To include five (5) years of direct supervisory experience
Or;
Professional law degree (J.D. or LL.B) from an ABA accredited law school; and
Eight (8) years of audit/investigation experience; and
To include five (5) years of direct supervisory experience.
Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) are preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
The Inspector General shall be certified as a Certified Inspector General (CIG) or obtain the certification within two years of the appointment.
The finalist shall be fingerprinted and shall provide two (2) fingerprint cards or the equivalent electronic fingerprints to obtain the candidate's Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) record. The City shall pay for the cost of obtaining the FBI records.
Preferred Knowledge
Preferred Skills & Abilities
City of Albuquerque Employee Benefits
The City is committed to providing employees one of the most comprehensive and reasonably priced benefit packages available in New Mexico. We hope that you will find the coverage offered provides you with the choices and options necessary to keep you and your family healthy and well.
The City offers regular, full-time and part-time employees the option of participating in a variety of group insurance plans. Both Regular and Temporary (non-seasonal) employees participate in the state's retirement system.
Additional Benefit information is available by clicking on the links below.
01
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
02
Do you possess a Certified Inspector General (CIG) certification?
03
Do you possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification?
04
Do you possess a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification?
05
Do you possess a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification?
06
I acknowledge that I am applying for a position that requires a successful completion of a security background check conducted by the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) of the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI).
07
I acknowledge that I am applying for an unclassified at-will position. Interviews may or may not be conducted as unclassified positions can be appointed.
08
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
09
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
10
Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).
Required Question
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2501088
Department: Inspector General
Division: IG-Inspector General
Opening Date: 02/27/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: NU
Position Summary
The Office of the Inspector General ("OIG") is an independent entity that has the responsibility for promoting accountability, integrity, efficiency, and transparency in the governance of the City of Albuquerque. Through inspections, investigations, evaluations, and reviews, the OIG identifies systemic corruption, vulnerabilities risks, and recommends improvements to eliminate or reduce the City's exposure to fraud, waste, and abuse. The OIG's goal is to improve the functioning of City government to ensure it effectively and efficiently protects the residents of Albuquerque.
As the Director of the OIG, the Inspector General has the authority and responsibility to direct, supervise, and perform independent investigative assessments of City departments and programs consistent with the Accountability in Government Ordinance ("AGOO"), the Inspector General Ordinance ("IGO"), and Professional Standards.
This is an unclassified at-will position.
The OIG is an entity independent from the Executive and Legislative branches of Albuquerque City Government.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, accounting, auditing, business administration, public administration or a related field; and
Eight (8) years of audit/investigation experience; and
To include five (5) years of direct supervisory experience
Or;
Professional law degree (J.D. or LL.B) from an ABA accredited law school; and
Eight (8) years of audit/investigation experience; and
To include five (5) years of direct supervisory experience.
Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) are preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
The Inspector General shall be certified as a Certified Inspector General (CIG) or obtain the certification within two years of the appointment.
The finalist shall be fingerprinted and shall provide two (2) fingerprint cards or the equivalent electronic fingerprints to obtain the candidate's Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) record. The City shall pay for the cost of obtaining the FBI records.
Preferred Knowledge
- Management, operations, services and activities of a comprehensive investigation program
- Generally Accepted Inspector General ethics, practices and methods
- Association of Inspector General's professional standards
- Methods and techniques used in performing investigations and case development for prosecution
- Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
- Principles of evidence gathering, documentation and chain of custody
- Standard court and litigation procedures for obtaining subpoenas and prosecution of violations and offenses
- Principles and practices of program development and administration
- Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation
- Computer software used within assigned area
- Investigation and audit standards
- Automated methods and techniques used in performing investigations
Preferred Skills & Abilities
- Effectively manage office operations
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, assess performance, and provide actionable insights to support decision-making and strategic planning.
- Plan and perform complex investigations in an efficient, impartial, equitable and objective manner
- Prepare clear and concise investigation reports that follow professional and department standards
- Establish a program that prevents and detects fraud, waste and abuse
- Promulgate regulations to establish procedures for the Office
- Maintain confidentiality of public records that are made confidential by law
- Handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism
- Select, train, and supervise professional staff
- Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints
- Prioritize investigations based on urgency and impact
- Communicate clearly and concisely
- Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of professional staff
- Prepare, prioritize and plan for investigation activities
- Develop and administer division goals, objectives and procedures
- Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions in support of goals
- Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques
- Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations
- Coordinate activities with law enforcement agencies
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
- Effectively communicate and interact with community stakeholders
- Function in a team-oriented environment
- Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
City of Albuquerque Employee Benefits
The City is committed to providing employees one of the most comprehensive and reasonably priced benefit packages available in New Mexico. We hope that you will find the coverage offered provides you with the choices and options necessary to keep you and your family healthy and well.
The City offers regular, full-time and part-time employees the option of participating in a variety of group insurance plans. Both Regular and Temporary (non-seasonal) employees participate in the state's retirement system.
Additional Benefit information is available by clicking on the links below.
01
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you possess a Certified Inspector General (CIG) certification?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you possess a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you possess a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification?
- Yes
- No
06
I acknowledge that I am applying for a position that requires a successful completion of a security background check conducted by the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) of the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI).
- Yes
- No
07
I acknowledge that I am applying for an unclassified at-will position. Interviews may or may not be conducted as unclassified positions can be appointed.
- Yes
- No
08
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
- No High School Diploma
- High School Diploma or GED
- Non/degree accredited- Some College
- Associates
- Bachelors
- Masters
- Juris Doctorate
- Doctorate
09
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
- No experience
- 1 to less than 6 months
- 6 to less than 12 months
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 7 years
- 7 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years to less than 9 years
- 9 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years to less than 11 years
- 11 years to less than 12 years
- 12 years to less than 13 years
- 13 or more years
10
Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).
- Yes
- No
Required Question