Investigative Analyst - Non-Merit

Investigative Analyst - Non-Merit

Salary

$39.24 - $50.96 Hourly

Location

Historic Courthouse, 400 Washington Ave, MD

Job Type

NON-MERIT

Job Number

NM.140 05-2026 IG

Department

INSPECTOR GENERAL

Opening Date

05/20/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Office of 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 candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences 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 can 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 Office of the Inspector General (OIG) conducts investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, misconduct, and other improprieties concerning the County's employees, contractors, and resources. The OIG also makes recommendations to promote efficiency, accountability, and integrity in County Government.

Under general supervision, performs advanced analytical duties in support of the office. Collects and analyzes data and evidence. Creates reports, dashboards, maps, and other visualizations, summarizing large amounts of information.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists in the preparation and analysis of OIG cases.
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts analytical studies.
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on a variety of materials.
• Performs statistical analysis of data.
• Researches, writes, and presents comprehensive reports and memorandums.
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts special programs and projects in support of OIG cases and investigations.
• Develops and maintains databases and logs.
• Accesses database to retrieve, review, update, track, and revise a variety of investigative records.
• Performs queries and develops routine reports from various data sources.
• Assembles data for inclusion in narrative and statistical reports.
• Creates and updates spreadsheets.
• Performs geo-spatial analysis on datasets.
• Utilizes Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and other analytical software to analyze and summarize large data sets.
• Creates visualizations summarizing information for internal and external customers.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Two to four years of experience performing professional, analytical, or budgetary support for an administrative, technical, or operational function.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

(Additional experience involving the analysis and evaluation of budgets, systems, policies, procedures, organizations, and programs may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.

Education in business administration, public administration, or a related field beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)

• 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 work 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, and SQL.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly to changing requirements and priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally across a diverse organization.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) required.
• Familiarity with statistical software packages (e.g.,R, STATA, SPSS) is a plus.

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: Investigative Analyst - 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.

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

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

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 employees 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.

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The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

02

Select the choice that best describes your educational background and experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties as described in Examples of Essential Duties on this job posting.

• Masters degree in business administration, public administration, economics or a related field.
• Bachelors degree in business administration, public administration, economics or a related field; plus two (2) years experience performing professional fiscal, administrative and analytical duties.
• Associates degree in business administration, public administration, economics or a related field; plus four (4) years experience performing professional fiscal, administrative and analytical duties.
• High School diploma plus six (6) years experience performing professional fiscal, administrative and analytical duties.
• I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.

03

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.

Required Question

Employer Baltimore County

Address 308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone 410-887-3135

Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov