Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyState Inspector General, Office of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleInvestigator Auditor - Buffalo

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $65164 to $80860 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 25%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 9 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 5 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Erie

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 350 Main Street

The city where the vacancy is located. City Buffalo

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code14202

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Offices of the Inspector General (“OIG”) are comprised of three offices, derived from the three appointments held by Inspector General Lucy Lang:
• The Office of the New York State Inspector General (“NYSIG”), as established by Executive Law Article 4-A, is entrusted with the responsibility of receiving and investigating complaints of fraud, corruption, criminal activity, conflicts of interest, and abuse in executive branch agencies of New York State government. Since June 2021, this includes complaints related to the New York State Gaming Commission.

• The Office of the New York State Welfare Inspector General (“OWIG”), as established by section 74 of the Executive Law, is responsible for maintaining the integrity of New York State’s public assistance programs; and

• The Office of the New York State Workers’ Compensation Fraud Inspector General (“WCFIG”), as established by section 136 of the Workers’ Compensation Law, is responsible for investigating violations of the laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of the workers’ compensation system.

OIG has office locations in Albany, Buffalo, Hauppauge, New York City, Suffern, and Syracuse.

Job Description
OIG is seeking candidates to serve as an Investigative Auditor to work on teams of OIG Investigative Counsels and Investigators to evaluate allegations of fraud, abuse, corruption, conflicts of interest, and other criminal activity involving New York State agencies, their employees, and those doing business with the State. These allegations frequently involve state contracts, procurements, abuses of public benefits, and white-collar offenses.

An OIG Investigative Auditor:
• Conducts complex financial investigations, forensic audits, and systemic reviews concerning allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse, utilizing advanced investigative techniques, data analytics, and forensic accounting methods;

• Analyzes financial records, transactional data, and other relevant information to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies indicative of fraudulent activity;

• Collaborates with OIG attorneys and investigators to prepare detailed reports documenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations for corrective action;

• Partners with other federal, state, and local law enforcement and regulatory agencies, including presenting potential matters for prosecution and testifying at various stages of the criminal process.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
• Candidates must have a degree in accounting, finance, or forensic examination, and a minimum of three (3) years of full-time accounting or auditing experience, preferably within an investigative context. Those with experience conducting investigations into white-collar criminal offenses, government contracting, procurement processes, or insurance, health care, or other complex frauds are particularly encouraged to apply.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including an ability to synthesize large volumes of information and explain complex subject matters in a fashion appropriate for public consumption.

• Proficiency with Excel, and an ability to utilize other data analytics and auditing software.

• The ideal candidate possesses strong judgment, maintains strict adherence to confidentiality, has a collegial attitude, is a self-starter with the capacity to work independently. The ideal candidate is also a highly adept multitasker who displays both a sense of urgency and an ability to meet deadlines.

• A work-related familiarity with New York State government, its agencies, and laws is preferred but not required.

• New York State residency and a valid driver’s license.

To Apply:
This is a Management Confidential position appointed by the Inspector General with an approved salary range of $65,164 - $80,860 (Grade SG-18 equivalent), within which OIG seeks to hire, commensurate with experience. Interviews and hiring will be done on a rolling basis and this posting is subject to removal at any time once the position(s) has been filled.

Please email resume and cover letter, with the email subject line Job ID #24-0237 “Investigative Auditor” to:
jobs@IG.NY.gov

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments The State of New York does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, religion or disability in the admission to, access to or employment in our programs or activities. All persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for all jobs they are qualified to do and reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request.
The State of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name NYS Offices of the Inspector General

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address Jobs@ig.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street Empire State Plaza

Agency Buiding #2, 16th Floor

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12223

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingPlease email resume and cover letter, with Job ID#24-0237 "Investigative Auditor" Buffalo to: Jobs@ig.ny.gov