Special Agent I

Position Overview

The Office of the Illinois Secretary of State is seeking a Special Agent I for the Office of Inspector General. In this role, you will conduct confidential investigative work to detect, deter, and prevent misconduct among employees. You will gather and analyze investigative data, prepare detailed reports for Inspector General review, and coordinate investigation activities. Compensation: Salary ranges from $4,433.00 to $9,454.00 monthly, commensurate with experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations of employees suspected of misconduct through interviews, data collection, and document review.
• Prepare detailed investigative reports for IG review and support potential disciplinary or prosecutorial actions.
• Coordinate investigative activities with other agency personnel and respond to routine inquiries.
• Provide testimony in court or before administrative tribunals as required by State and Federal statutes.
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of all investigative records and case files.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of office methods, investigatory techniques, and basic legal and fraud examination principles.
• Elementary understanding of Illinois State statutes, rules, and policies related to conflicts of interest, fraud, corruption, and misconduct.
• Ability to maintain security and confidentiality while exercising strong discretion and sound judgment.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout Illinois, with possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license; candidates must have no criminal history.
• Completion of four years of college (preferably in political science, public administration, business, finance, economics, accounting, legal studies, or law enforcement) plus one year of professional experience in a related field.