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Assistant Inspector General I

@ State of Nebraska
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States
$34-$38/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:plan investigations, conduct interviews, review records
Requirements Summary:Bachelor’s degree; two years administrative experience; valid driver’s license; investigative procedure knowledge; strong written/oral communication; cover letter, resume, and writing sample required.
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Hiring Agency:

Legislative Council - Agency 3


Location:

Lincoln, NE


Hiring Rate:

$33.551


Job Posting:

JR2026-00025725 Assistant Inspector General I (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

05-18-2026


Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Inspector General, the Assistant Inspector General I, investigates and drafts documents related to issues, complaints, deaths and serious injuries in the child welfare system, juvenile justice system or correctional system.


 

$33.551 / hour ($69,786 annual) up to $37.74 /hour ($78,499 annual)

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plans and conducts reviews and investigations, including extensive document review and interviews, related to deaths and serious injuries of children or adults in the relevant systems, complaints, as well as other issues or significant events.
  • Prepares agency information requests
  • Research laws, rules, records and evidence
  • Conducts on-site visits and personal interviews
  • Analyzes government program functions, documents and activities
  • Monitors data and key performance indicators
  • Identifies issues, specific problem areas, appropriate actions, resolution strategies or recommendations.
  • Prepares extensive written records including letters, memoranda and reports
  • Documents work on office forms and records
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Two years of administrative experience, preferably with state government. A relevant graduate degree may substitute for two years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Graduate or law degree

Other: Requires a valid driver's license

CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A COVER LETTER OUTLINING THEIR INTEREST IN THE POSITION, A RESUME AND A WRITING SAMPLE (FOUR-PAGE MINIMUM) ALONG WITH THEIR STATE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.


 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Prolonged periods of remaining in a stationary position and working on a computer
  • Ability to conduct on-site visits to state correctional facilities and related sites
  • Requires a valid driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA):

  • Knowledge of investigative procedures and techniques
  • Knowledge of the structure and operation of federal, state and local government and the Legislature
  • Knowledge of state statutes, regulatory provisions and case law affecting the subject matter issues and work of the office
  • Astute analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with senators, legislative staff, stakeholders and the public
  • Ability to work independently, organize and manage work and maintain confidentiality
  • Detail oriented and deadline driven


 

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