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 for the Chicago Board of Education is the independent oversight body for Chicago's public, contract, and charter schools.
Job Summary:Reporting to the Deputy Inspector General, the Investigations Specialist is the initial point of contact for complaints to the Office of the Inspector General. The Investigation Specialist, in the General Investigations Unit, is responsible for the intake, assessment and coordination of allegations regarding waste, fraud and financial mismanagement in public education within the jurisdiction of the Chicago Board of Education. The Investigation Specialist is expected to act with exceptional judgement and minimal direction. This is a full-time exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.
The Investigation Specialist will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:- Identify and classify incoming complaints for appropriate next steps
- Monitor and ensure emergency allegations are handled with expediency and coordinate with internal departments and/or external agencies as needed
- Complete and compile research from various databases of all related parties and/or location(s) in an allegation to detect any relevant histories or patterns
- Identify and gather relevant information and carry out preliminary investigative steps to help determine if a complaint requires further investigation or referral; follow up with school administration for additional information as needed
- Prepare detailed summaries of complaints and actions taken, with recommendations, for review
- Update and maintain case files and case management records and data for reports on case status and other performance metrics
- Assist Investigative staff as needed
- Other duties as assigned