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Job Number: 260000ID
Posting Date: Apr 21, 2026, 1:35:10 PM
Primary Location: Central-567 West Lake Street (Inspector General)
CPS Non-Union Job Grade: S07
Estimated Annual Salary Range: 67,000.00 - 89,000.00
Position Type: Non-Union Position
Overtime Status: Exempt
Final salary offers are dependent upon candidate qualifications.
JOB DESCRIPTION -
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 is the independent oversight body for Chicago’s approximately 650 public, contract, and charter schools. The Office of Inspector General is charged with the responsibility of investigating allegations of waste, fraud, and financial mismanagement in public education within the jurisdiction of the Chicago Board of Education. The Office's Sexual Allegations Unit investigates allegations of sexual misconduct by a CPS-affiliated adult, including employees, contractors, vendors, and charter schools, where the victim is a CPS student and/or a minor.
Job Summary:
Investigators in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) fill a central role in executing the mission of the OIG.
Reporting to the Inspector General and supervision of the Chief Investigator, Investigators in the Sexual Allegations Unit conduct in-depth investigations of a sensitive and difficult nature involving the sexual abuse or sexual harassment of CPS students. This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.
The Investigator will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:
- Interview complainants, witnesses, and employees to gather facts in order to investigate cases of alleged sexual abuse or sexual harassment of CPS students
- Obtain evidence through site visits, written requests, subpoenas, surveillance, cyber analysis, social media, and in coordination with other departments
- Prepare well-written reports of investigation activities conducted
- Examine and analyze a variety of work records and related documents
- Prepare and coordinate investigative plans
- Collaborate with and assist other investigative staff to conduct criminal, large-scale, and complex investigations
- Update, manage, and maintain caseload and case files
- Closely coordinate with CPS’ Law, Safety and Security, and Title IX Offices, other departments, and external agencies to ensure student safety and facilitate the delivery of trauma and/or social-emotional services to students, families, and staff
- Testify in court and hearings
- Other duties as assigned
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Investigator must possess the following qualifications:
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Experience Required:
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in positions requiring the performance of fact-finding analysis, investigative research, data analysis, and/or reporting work, preferably in an investigative or compliance environment
Experience investigating sexual misconduct, particularly child sexual abuse or sexual harassment, and performing field work, such as interviews of children and/or victims of sexual abuse, sexual harassment, or trauma
Other requirements:
Work outside of regular business hours is required to support investigations
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of sexual assault or sexual harassment issues and the relationship of sexual assault or sexual harassment on victims
Ability to exercise considerable independence and initiative in the performance of responsibilities; operate with minimal guidance and direction
Refined judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information
Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving techniques, interviewing, and investigation
Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills demonstrated by the ability to analyze information and facilitate resolution of difficult challenges
Ability to write concise, logical and analytical reports to convey complex issues
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and work independently while maintaining high levels of organization
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse constituents, including children, parents, faculty, staff and law enforcement
Ability to work with a wide range of constituencies with diplomacy and tact
Language fluency in both English and Spanish, preferred
Benefits:
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
- Medical Plan Options
- Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Behavioral Health & EAP
- Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Pension Plans
- Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
- Paid Leave
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Days
- Parental Leaves
- Short-Term Disability
- Religious Holidays
- Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.
Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions; however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.
Investigator - Sexual Allegations Unit
Job Number: 260000ID
Posting Date: Apr 21, 2026, 1:35:10 PM
Primary Location: Central-567 West Lake Street (Inspector General)
CPS Non-Union Job Grade: S07
Estimated Annual Salary Range: 67,000.00 - 89,000.00
Position Type: Non-Union Position
Overtime Status: Exempt
Final salary offers are dependent upon candidate qualifications.
JOB DESCRIPTION -
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 is the independent oversight body for Chicago’s approximately 650 public, contract, and charter schools. The Office of Inspector General is charged with the responsibility of investigating allegations of waste, fraud, and financial mismanagement in public education within the jurisdiction of the Chicago Board of Education. The Office's Sexual Allegations Unit investigates allegations of sexual misconduct by a CPS-affiliated adult, including employees, contractors, vendors, and charter schools, where the victim is a CPS student and/or a minor.
Job Summary:
Investigators in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) fill a central role in executing the mission of the OIG.
Reporting to the Inspector General and supervision of the Chief Investigator, Investigators in the Sexual Allegations Unit conduct in-depth investigations of a sensitive and difficult nature involving the sexual abuse or sexual harassment of CPS students. This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.
The Investigator will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:
- Interview complainants, witnesses, and employees to gather facts in order to investigate cases of alleged sexual abuse or sexual harassment of CPS students
- Obtain evidence through site visits, written requests, subpoenas, surveillance, cyber analysis, social media, and in coordination with other departments
- Prepare well-written reports of investigation activities conducted
- Examine and analyze a variety of work records and related documents
- Prepare and coordinate investigative plans
- Collaborate with and assist other investigative staff to conduct criminal, large-scale, and complex investigations
- Update, manage, and maintain caseload and case files
- Closely coordinate with CPS’ Law, Safety and Security, and Title IX Offices, other departments, and external agencies to ensure student safety and facilitate the delivery of trauma and/or social-emotional services to students, families, and staff
- Testify in court and hearings
- Other duties as assigned
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Investigator must possess the following qualifications:
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Experience Required:
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in positions requiring the performance of fact-finding analysis, investigative research, data analysis, and/or reporting work, preferably in an investigative or compliance environment
Experience investigating sexual misconduct, particularly child sexual abuse or sexual harassment, and performing field work, such as interviews of children and/or victims of sexual abuse, sexual harassment, or trauma
Other requirements:
Work outside of regular business hours is required to support investigations
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of sexual assault or sexual harassment issues and the relationship of sexual assault or sexual harassment on victims
Ability to exercise considerable independence and initiative in the performance of responsibilities; operate with minimal guidance and direction
Refined judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information
Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving techniques, interviewing, and investigation
Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills demonstrated by the ability to analyze information and facilitate resolution of difficult challenges
Ability to write concise, logical and analytical reports to convey complex issues
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and work independently while maintaining high levels of organization
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse constituents, including children, parents, faculty, staff and law enforcement
Ability to work with a wide range of constituencies with diplomacy and tact
Language fluency in both English and Spanish, preferred
Benefits:
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
- Medical Plan Options
- Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Behavioral Health & EAP
- Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Pension Plans
- Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
- Paid Leave
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Days
- Parental Leaves
- Short-Term Disability
- Religious Holidays
- Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.
Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions; however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Investigator
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
PERM requires your role to demand a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's. Document how your investigative specialty, whether insurance fraud, cybersecurity, or corporate compliance, ties directly to your academic background before applications go in.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Insurance carriers, federal contractors, and healthcare compliance departments regularly sponsor investigators through PERM. Search DOL PERM disclosure data by SOC code 33-3021 to identify employers who have filed labor certifications for this exact occupation in the past two years.
Search green card sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Investigator openings by employers with documented green card sponsorship activity. Use it to skip the manual OFLC research and apply directly to roles where EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
Use OFLC Wage Search to verify prevailing wage tiers
Your PERM application requires your offered wage to meet DOL prevailing wage levels. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 33-3021 in your target metro before negotiating an offer, so your salary clears the threshold without renegotiation after filing begins.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your employer
If your Investigator role genuinely requires a master's degree or you hold equivalent credentials plus progressive experience, an EB-2 filing cuts priority date wait times significantly for many countries compared to EB-3. Push the employer's attorney to evaluate both tracks before the PERM job description is finalized.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
Federal contractor Investigator roles, which represent a large share of sponsoring employers in this field, require E-Verify participation. An employer not enrolled in E-Verify may face complications initiating your PERM case if they work on government contracts, so confirm enrollment during the offer stage, not after.
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Find Investigator JobsInvestigator Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Investigator roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on how the employer defines the position. EB-3 applies when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field. EB-2 applies when it genuinely requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds a bachelor's plus at least five years of progressive specialized experience. The job description filed with DOL during PERM determines which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Investigator jobs?
H-1B is a temporary work visa with an annual cap lottery and a six-year limit, though extensions are available. Employment-based green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The process takes longer, typically two to five years from PERM filing to an approved I-485, but the outcome is permanent status, not a temporary authorization that requires repeated renewal.
How can I find Investigator jobs where employers already sponsor green cards?
The most direct approach is filtering by employers with documented PERM filing history for this occupation. Migrate Mate surfaces Investigator openings from employers with active green card sponsorship activity, so you can focus your applications on companies already familiar with the EB-2 and EB-3 process rather than convincing an employer to initiate it from scratch.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for an Investigator role?
Your employer files an ETA Form 9089 with DOL after completing a supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers were available for the role. DOL either certifies the application or audits it, which adds several months. Once certified, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. After your priority date becomes current, you file I-485 to adjust status to permanent resident.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card if I'm currently on a different visa status?
Yes. PERM sponsorship is separate from your current nonimmigrant status. You can be on an H-1B, F-1 OPT, L-1, or another status while your employer simultaneously pursues PERM and I-140 on your behalf. Timing matters because your I-485 adjustment of status filing depends on your priority date becoming current, but you do not need to change status to begin the sponsorship process.
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