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Deputy Inspector General

• Non-Merit Baltimore County, MD
• 3.6 Towson, MD Job Details Full-time $136,637
• $173,823 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Military leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Credit union membership Bereavement leave Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Internal controls Investigations regulatory compliance Team leadership Writing skills Investigative data analysis Legal compliance Senior leadership Full Job Description Deputy Inspector General•Non-Merit Salary $136,637.

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• $173,823.

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NON-MERIT

Job Number

NM.108 8-2026 IG

Department

INSPECTOR GENERAL

Opening Date 08/28/2026

Description Benefits Regular Schedule:

35 hours per week A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Office of the 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 transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience 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 MUST 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. Examples of Duties The Baltimore County Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking a highly qualified professional to serve as Deputy Inspector General. This role functions as the OIG's principal deputy providing strategic, operational, investigative, and administrative leadership. The Deputy Inspector General supports the OIG's mission to promote accountability and transparency by identifying and investigating fraud, waste, abuse, misconduct, and systematic weakness within County operations. The ideal candidate will be an impartial, independent leader with substantial experience managing sensitive and complex investigations. The role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, analytical ability, and the ability to communicate complex findings to executive leadership, County agencies and other stakeholders. The Deputy Inspector General will be expected to conduct investigations, and will manage the Office until a new Inspector General is chosen. Key Responsibilities Executive Leadership Serve as second-in-command and act on behalf of the Inspector General when authorized. Support development of strategic priorities, investigative protocol, policies, and operational goals. Lead investigative, analytical, and administrative staff, ensuring high standards of investigative quality, documentation, evidence management, confidentiality, and reporting. Track statistics, identify necessary resources, and formulate budgets. Provide guidance on significant investigative matters, operational risks, and systemic issues. Promote a culture of integrity, independence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Investigative Oversight Lead and manage complex fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct investigations and develop proactive methods to detect these issues early. Review complaints to assess requisite predication, and develop/evaluate investigative strategies based on evidence and risk. Oversee interviews, record reviews, financial analyses, data analytics, surveillance, and evidence collection. Ensure findings are supported by reliable, well-documented evidence and reports meet accuracy, objectivity, and legal sufficiency standards. Identify systemic weaknesses and recommend corrective actions. Coordinate with oversight partners and authorized federal, state, or local law-enforcement agencies. Collaborate with County departments while preserving OIG's independence. Case Management Set investigative priorities based on risk, public interest, and severity. Monitor caseloads for timely progress and adherence to the OIG's policies and procedure standards for case initiation, closure, evidence retention, and documentation in the Office's case management system. Review investigative plans and significant investigative decisions to ensure consistency, impartiality, and unbiased investigative practices. Review and approve all internal and external reports prepared by OIG employees. Safeguard confidential information and investigative records. Reporting and Recommendations Prepare, assist with the preparation of, and perform final reviews and edits of reports, advisories, memoranda, and other OIG products. Ensure reports clearly differentiate allegations from substantiated findings. Develop practical recommendations addressing individual misconduct and systemic vulnerabilities. Track responses to OIG recommendations and evaluate corrective actions. Present significant findings and recommendations to the Inspector General and stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality. Internal and External Liaison Coordinate with inspectors general, law-enforcement agencies, prosecutors, auditors, and regulatory bodies when appropriate, and participate in task forces and information-sharing initiatives to support the mission. Perform outreach to County personnel and members of the community to increase awareness of the Office, and promote its mission and represent the OIG at meetings and professional events. Stay informed on best practices in governmental oversight and fraud prevention. Correspond with County agencies to obtain records and collaborate with the County Auditor on matters of mutual interest. Personnel Management Recruit, mentor, train, and evaluate OIG staff. Establish performance expectations and support professional development. Promote continuing education in investigative practices, fraud examination, digital forensics, data analytics, and government oversight. Review work product and provide constructive feedback. Ensure compliance with OIG policies and Association of Inspectors General standards. Encourage teamwork while preserving investigative independence. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, law, auditing, investigations, IT, English/writing or a related field. Ten (10) years' experience in government oversight, investigations, auditing, law enforcement, fraud examination, compliance, internal controls, public administration, or a related field. At least four (4) years managing complex investigations. Experience supervising professional staff. Strong knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated expertise in investigative principles, evidence evaluation, interviewing, report writing, and complex data analysis. Ability to exercise independent judgment in sensitive and confidential matters. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in law, public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, criminal justice, or a related discipline. Certifications such as CIGI or CFE. Law-enforcement investigative experience. Experience with federal, state, or local Offices of Inspector General. Public-sector fraud investigation experience. Mandatory Items to be Submitted with Application Resume Cover letter Educational transcripts or copy of diploma Professional references Applicable licenses or certifications Personal writing sample 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:

Deputy Inspector General

• 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. Unofficial Copies are acceptable. 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. Conditions of Employment Employment Background Investigation Employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks. Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire.

Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Sick Leave

• Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement. Vacation Leave
• Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally. Holidays
• Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year.

Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday. Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services. Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required. Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice. Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions. Employer Baltimore County Address 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, Maryland, 21204 Phone 410-887-3135 Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov

Regular Schedule:

35 hours per week A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Office of the 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 transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience 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 MUST 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. Examples of Duties The Baltimore County Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking a highly qualified professional to serve as Deputy Inspector General. This role functions as the OIG's principal deputy providing strategic, operational, investigative, and administrative leadership. The Deputy Inspector General supports the OIG's mission to promote accountability and transparency by identifying and investigating fraud, waste, abuse, misconduct, and systematic weakness within County operations. The ideal candidate will be an impartial, independent leader with substantial experience managing sensitive and complex investigations. The role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, analytical ability, and the ability to communicate complex findings to executive leadership, County agencies and other stakeholders. The Deputy Inspector General will be expected to conduct investigations, and will manage the Office until a new Inspector General is chosen. Key Responsibilities Executive Leadership Serve as second-in-command and act on behalf of the Inspector General when authorized. Support development of strategic priorities, investigative protocol, policies, and operational goals. Lead investigative, analytical, and administrative staff, ensuring high standards of investigative quality, documentation, evidence management, confidentiality, and reporting. Track statistics, identify necessary resources, and formulate budgets. Provide guidance on significant investigative matters, operational risks, and systemic issues. Promote a culture of integrity, independence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Investigative Oversight Lead and manage complex fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct investigations and develop proactive methods to detect these issues early. Review complaints to assess requisite predication, and develop/evaluate investigative strategies based on evidence and risk. Oversee interviews, record reviews, financial analyses, data analytics, surveillance, and evidence collection. Ensure findings are supported by reliable, well-documented evidence and reports meet accuracy, objectivity, and legal sufficiency standards. Identify systemic weaknesses and recommend corrective actions. Coordinate with oversight partners and authorized federal, state, or local law-enforcement agencies. Collaborate with County departments while preserving OIG's independence. Case Management Set investigative priorities based on risk, public interest, and severity. Monitor caseloads for timely progress and adherence to the OIG's policies and procedure standards for case initiation, closure, evidence retention, and documentation in the Office's case management system. Review investigative plans and significant investigative decisions to ensure consistency, impartiality, and unbiased investigative practices. Review and approve all internal and external reports prepared by OIG employees. Safeguard confidential information and investigative records. Reporting and Recommendations Prepare, assist with the preparation of, and perform final reviews and edits of reports, advisories, memoranda, and other OIG products. Ensure reports clearly differentiate allegations from substantiated findings. Develop practical recommendations addressing individual misconduct and systemic vulnerabilities. Track responses to OIG recommendations and evaluate corrective actions. Present significant findings and recommendations to the Inspector General and stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality. Internal and External Liaison Coordinate with inspectors general, law-enforcement agencies, prosecutors, auditors, and regulatory bodies when appropriate, and participate in task forces and information-sharing initiatives to support the mission. Perform outreach to County personnel and members of the community to increase awareness of the Office, and promote its mission and represent the OIG at meetings and professional events. Stay informed on best practices in governmental oversight and fraud prevention. Correspond with County agencies to obtain records and collaborate with the County Auditor on matters of mutual interest. Personnel Management Recruit, mentor, train, and evaluate OIG staff. Establish performance expectations and support professional development. Promote continuing education in investigative practices, fraud examination, digital forensics, data analytics, and government oversight. Review work product and provide constructive feedback. Ensure compliance with OIG policies and Association of Inspectors General standards. Encourage teamwork while preserving investigative independence. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, law, auditing, investigations, IT, English/writing or a related field. Ten (10) years' experience in government oversight, investigations, auditing, law enforcement, fraud examination, compliance, internal controls, public administration, or a related field. At least four (4) years managing complex investigations. Experience supervising professional staff. Strong knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated expertise in investigative principles, evidence evaluation, interviewing, report writing, and complex data analysis. Ability to exercise independent judgment in sensitive and confidential matters. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in law, public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, criminal justice, or a related discipline. Certifications such as CIGI or CFE. Law-enforcement investigative experience. Experience with federal, state, or local Offices of Inspector General. Public-sector fraud investigation experience. Mandatory Items to be Submitted with Application Resume Cover letter Educational transcripts or copy of diploma Professional references Applicable licenses or certifications Personal writing sample 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:

Deputy Inspector General

• 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. Unofficial Copies are acceptable. 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. Conditions of Employment Employment Background Investigation Employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks. Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire.

Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Sick Leave

• Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement. Vacation Leave
• Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally. Holidays
• Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year.

Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday. Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services. Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required. Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice. Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.