Deputy Inspector General, SAU

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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. The Office's Sexual Allegations Unit (SAU) investigates allegations of sexual misconduct by a CPS-affiliated adult, including employees, contractors, vendors, and charter schools, where the victim is a CPS student and/or a minor.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Inspector General, the Deputy Inspector General, Sexual Allegations Unit will direct investigations and manage the OIG’s Sexual Allegations Unit which is tasked with investigating allegations of sexual abuse and/or harassment of CPS students by CPS-affiliated adults. This is a full-time exempt position that will be paid for time worked based on a salary basis.

The Deputy Inspector General will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

• Review and edit investigative summary reports
• Supervise, develop, and manage the performance of SAU teams, including managers, investigators and support staff involved in case intake, case management, special projects, report drafting, and case closing to ensure compliance with OIG and SAU protocols and practices
• Monitor assignments and track performance to ensure work is completed in a timely fashion in compliance with established quality control standards, provide guidance and support on concerns to ensure efficient operations
• Coordinate with outside law enforcement entities, child protection agencies, CPS’s Office of Student Protections, and others, as appropriate
• Analyze and interpret CPS policy and state and federal laws applicable to SAU investigations and projects
• Manage the drafting of presentations to the Board of Education concerning SAU matters
• Participate in developing office policies and operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned
  

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Deputy Inspector General must possess the following qualifications:

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Juris Doctor degree or advanced degree in a related field preferred

Experience Required:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of overall professional experience in investigations, government oversight, law enforcement, criminal/administrative prosecutions, ethics, labor/employment law, or other advanced legal writing experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity

• Complex investigative experience in one or more of the following areas: child abuse or endangerment, sexual harassment, and related fields preferred

• Prior government experience; experience in government oversight agency strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to show leadership, supervisory, interpersonal, and organizational skills and the ability to delegate assignments and tasks to staff efficiently while simultaneously monitoring the progress of multiple tasks

• Ability to interpret data and evidence thoroughly and correctly

• Advanced writer with the ability to draft reports and other written work product on schedule and with clarity

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to professionalism and collegiality, with an ability to communicate effectively at all levels of a large governmental organization

Benefits:

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:

Medical Plan Options

Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

Behavioral Health & EAP

Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

Basic Life Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Pension Plans

Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life

CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:

Paid Leave

Sick Leave

Vacation Days

Parental Leaves

Short-Term Disability

Religious Holidays

Leaves

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

• Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.