Investigative Analyst Jobs

The analyst performs advanced analytical duties in support of the Office of Inspector General (OIG). The analyst works under the supervision of the Inspector General. Work requires independent judgment, analytical skills, ability to evaluate complex administrative, financial, personnel, procurement, and policy matters under general supervision.

STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$35.00 - $50.00/Hourly

*This is the anticipated starting salary range for this position. Please note that the final salary will be determined by the Office of Human Resources, commensurate with experience and aligned to ensure internal equity with similarly situated roles.*

*This is a contingent position, meaning that it is not a part of the Howard County Classified Service and does not accrue County service time for the purpose of calculating any service benefit. This position is paid hourly and may work a varying number of hours per week, based on the availability of funding and a continued need. A contingent employee is only eligible for fringe benefits required by State or Federal law.*

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not have regular supervisory responsibility.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a related field, plus two years’ experience performing analytical duties. (Additional experience as described in the essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.)

PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Investigative ability and intellectual curiosity.
• Capacity to collaborate across different groups and analyze multiple sources of information.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into appropriate reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Ability to explain complex, technical subject matter to a non-technical audience.
• A self-starter with flexibility to both works independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in data analysis techniques with an understanding of basic statistical concepts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Power BI, SSRS, and GIS mapping/analytical tools.
• Proficient in database design, database systems, SQL.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) required.
• Familiarity with statistical software packages (e.g., R, STATA, SPSS) is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed in an office environment with occasional fieldwork, meetings, or interviews. The position involves handling confidential and sensitive information and requires adherence to strict ethical and confidentiality standards. No unusual physical demands are required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS, AND REASONING ABILITY:

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret laws, regulations, policies, contracts, and complex written materials. Ability to write clear, concise, and well-supported reports and correspondence. Ability to conduct group meetings and give oral presentations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with management, staff, external entities, and the public, including various demographics.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to analyze and interpret financial, budgetary, payroll, and procurement data; apply basic statistical or quantitative analysis as needed to identify trends, irregularities, or risks.

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect, organize and analyze data, establish facts, draw valid and well-supported conclusions, and exercise sound judgment in complex and sensitive situations. Ability to apply principles of logical or analytical thinking to investigative and administrative issues, including evaluating credibility, weighing evidence, identifying inconsistencies and assessing risk and impact. Skill in communicating and presenting data in a digestible format.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.

At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at HiringPreference@howardcountymd.gov. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.