Inspector General Investigator - JC ; Actively

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Job Description - Inspector General Investigator, JC #9581 (Clerk of the Circuit Court) )

Inspector General Investigator, JC #9581 (Clerk of the Circuit Court)

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Job Posting:
Jan 28, 2026, 7:12:59 PM

Closing Date:
Feb 12, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.

Cook County Elected Officials

This position requires a physical presence at the work location.

Please refer to Important Information at the end of the page.

The Inspector General Investigator is a full-time position reporting directly to the Inspector General. The Inspector General Investigator investigates corruption, waste, fraud, mismanagement and misconduct involving employees of the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court (Clerk’s Office). The Inspector General Investigator handles co-workers and clients with respect and courtesy when performing the job duties.

• Investigates allegations of corruption, waste, fraud, mismanagement and misconduct involving employees within the Clerk’s Office, as assigned by the Inspector General or the Deputy Inspector General.
• Logs complaints from hotlines, web forms, referrals from Human Resources, Labor Relations or other entities. Reviews and analyzes complaints and determines next steps.
• Identifies sources of evidence, conducts interviews with witnesses and involved parties, reviews and analyzes videos and documentary evidence.
• Reviews, researches, analyzes and drafts memoranda on relevant legal or factual issues.
• Drafts summary reports for review by the Inspector General.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of full-time work experience performing investigations.
• OR Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

• Current employee of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County.
• AIG Certified Inspector General, Investigator, or Auditor. (
  Must upload certification with application before posting closes
  .)
• Five (5) years of full-time work experience performing investigations.
• One (1) year of full-time work experience in a Shakman or Rutan environment.

Inspector General Investigator applicants must upload a writing sample to be considered. If applicant is an AIG Certified Inspector General, Investigator, or Auditor, proof of certification also must be uploaded before posting closes for consideration.

Applicants must submit a 3–5 page writing sample that reflects their ability to analyze complex information and present it clearly and objectively. The sample should demonstrate:

• Clarity of thought and organization
• The ability to apply facts to relevant laws, policies, or rules

The sample may be academic or work-related but must represent the applicant’s own original work and not be heavily edited by others.

Failure to upload this document prior to the closing date will result in disqualification from further consideration.

• Ability to assess the validity of disputes.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing proper investigations.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Ability to follow directions, multi-task and problem solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with the general public, attorneys, employees and other court personnel.
• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills in order to effectively conduct interviews and investigations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a team and independently.
• Ability to make clear presentations and facilitate meetings.
• Ability to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
• Computer literacy, skill and efficiency in entering and retrieving data and preparing…