Investigative Analyst - Non-Merit

Regular Schedule:  34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Office of Inspector General.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. 

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. 

All interested candidates must apply at this time.  

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application.  Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. 

Note:  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.  Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. 

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. 

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.  

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) conducts investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, misconduct, and other improprieties concerning the County’s employees, contractors, and resources. The OIG also makes recommendations to promote efficiency, accountability, and integrity in County Government.

Under general supervision, performs advanced analytical duties in support of the office. Collects and analyzes data and evidence. Creates reports, dashboards, maps, and other visualizations, summarizing large amounts of information.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists in the preparation and analysis of OIG cases.
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts analytical studies.
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on a variety of materials.
• Performs statistical analysis of data.
• Researches, writes, and presents comprehensive reports and memorandums.
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts special programs and projects in support of OIG cases and investigations.
• Develops and maintains databases and logs.
• Accesses database to retrieve, review, update, track, and revise a variety of investigative records.
• Performs queries and develops routine reports from various data sources.
• Assembles data for inclusion in narrative and statistical reports.
• Creates and updates spreadsheets.
• Performs geo-spatial analysis on datasets.
• Utilizes Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and other analytical software to analyze and summarize large data sets.
• Creates visualizations summarizing information for internal and external customers.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Two to four years of experience performing professional, analytical, or budgetary support for an administrative, technical, or operational function.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

(Additional experience involving the analysis and evaluation of budgets, systems, policies, procedures, organizations, and programs may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.

Education in business administration, public administration, or a related field beyond a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)

• Investigative ability and intellectual curiosity.
• Capacity to collaborate across different groups and analyze multiple sources of information.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into appropriate reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Ability to explain complex, technical subject matter to a non-technical audience.
• A self-starter with flexibility to both work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in data analysis techniques with an understanding of basic statistical concepts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Power BI, SSRS, and GIS mapping/analytical tools.
• Proficient in database design, database systems, and SQL.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly to changing requirements and priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally across a diverse organization.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) required.
• Familiarity with statistical software packages (e.g.,R, STATA, SPSS) is a plus.

 
Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN:  Investigative Analyst - Non Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.  Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Salary : $39 - $51