Associate Deputy, Financial and Policy Investigations

Posting Category: E

About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves approximately 4,000 students in 21 graduate and 31 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu.

Application deadline: 11/25/2022

Minimum starting salary: $65,000 to $70,000 annually

Summary:
As a member of the University and DCFS Office of the Inspector General (OIG), this position assists with and conducts investigations on all issues in child welfare. Specifically, highly confidential investigations of child death and serious physical injury, allegations and incidents of misconduct, misfeasance, malfeasance and allegations of financial malfeasance in the Illinois Child Welfare system that affect services procured for the safety and well-being of children. Provides an analysis of practices and policies as they relate to the findings in OIG investigations. Provides response and recommendations for development and delivery of curricula for remediation and training initiatives with emphasis on this in-depth extensive analysis. Assists in the implementation of other project initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

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  Perform highly confidential investigations of child death and serious physical injury, allegations and incidents of misconduct, misfeasance, malfeasance, and allegations of financial malfeasance.

• Collaborate in drafting investigative reports.

• Conduct legislative research and track legislation impacting the child welfare system, as well as create pieces of legislation for consideration.

• Assist and complete investigations that have implications for ongoing and future Error Reduction training.

• Complete closing summaries on death cases that, after an investigatory records review, have been determined not to require full investigation.

• Participate in writing and preparing the Annual Report to the Governor and General Assembly.

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. A minimum of a Master's degree in social services, political sciences, business, or law
2. A minimum of five years' professional experience in child welfare or a related field
3. Three years' professional experience in conducting investigations in a public or business organization

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to conduct legislative research and create pieces of legislation for consideration
Knowledge of contracting, procurement, and budgeting within large and small organizations
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and program plans
Excellent verbal, writing, and problem-solving skills
Ability to teach and train effectively
Strong interpersonal skills

Physical Demands:

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  Standing : Frequently

• Sitting : Frequently

• Handling : Frequently

• Repetitive Motions : Frequently

Travel Requirements:
Regular travel not expected but may occur occasionally around previously scheduled events. Requires sitting for extended periods of time, standing, visual acumen, manual dexterity, and computer keyboarding.

Employment Policies and other information:

UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

New Policy: All offers for employment are contingent upon proof of vaccination against the COVID-19 virus, or an approved exemption, pursuant to UIS New Hire COVID Policy Supplement.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current or former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

• You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at hremployment@uis.edu or call 217-206-6652.