Investigator-Internal Affairs (CPD)
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Salary$65k
Location3510 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60653
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience1+ yrs
DepartmentBureau of Internal Affairs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
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Five (5) years of work experience in the conduct of investigations of criminal or fraudulent activity OR five (5) years of work experience in the performance of fact finding analyses and investigative research and reporting
Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree in the Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, Human Resources, or a directly related field, PLUS three (3) years of work experience in the conduct of investigations of criminal or fraudulent activity OR three (3) years of work experience in the performance of fact finding analyses and investigative research and reporting
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher in the Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, Human Resources or a directly related field, PLUS one (1) year of work experience in the conduct of investigations of criminal or fraudulent activity OR one (1) year of work experience in the performance of fact finding analyses and investigative research and reporting
A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required
Availability to work any duty watch is required
Pass a drug screen and background investigation
Pass all pre-employment exams prior to appointment
Skills
case management systems
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Investigator – Internal Affairs
Chicago Police Department (CPD)
Bureau of Internal Affairs
Number of Positions: 22
(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)
Starting Salary: $65,412
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CST on 11/05/2026
Under supervision, investigates complaints relating to City of Chicago Public Safety Department personnel involving allegations of official misconduct or violations of City of Chicago Personnel Rules and/or departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
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Investigates internal allegations of violations of administrative and personnel rules, and other matters as assigned
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Handles members of the public as complainants and witnesses
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Conducts audio recorded interviews of complainants, witnesses, and employees to gather facts and investigate alleged, misconduct, and violations of personnel and administrative rules
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Prepares detailed investigation reports using case management systems, documenting findings
clearly and accurately and confers with a supervisor to make disciplinary recommendations as required
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Maintains records of investigations, correspondence, and related case documentation
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Assists Investigators in the conduct of large-scale and complex investigations
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Obtains and reviews reports, physical evidence, and electronic records maintained by other agencies related to investigations
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Understands and applies Rules and Regulations as well as DHR personnel rules in administrative investigations
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Monitors investigations from inception to closure to ensure timely completion
Additional duties may be required for this position
Location: 3510 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60653
Days: Monday-Friday
Hours: 7:00am – 3:00pm
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM CAREER SERVICE
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Five (5) years of work experience in the conduct of investigations of criminal or fraudulent activity OR five (5) years of work experience in the performance of fact finding analyses and investigative research and reporting, OR
· Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree in the Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, Human Resources, or a directly related field, PLUS three (3) years of work experience in the conduct of investigations of criminal or fraudulent activity OR three (3) years of work experience in the performance of fact finding analyses and investigative research and reporting, OR
· Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree or higher in the Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, Human Resources or a directly related field, PLUS one (1) year of work experience in the conduct of investigations of criminal or fraudulent activity OR one (1) year of work experience in the performance of fact finding analyses and investigative research and reporting
Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications
· A valid State of Illinois driver’s license is required.
· Availability to work any duty watch is required
**The Chicago Police Department may request that successful candidates pass a drug screen and background investigation.**Persons offered employment must pass all pre-employment exams prior to appointment.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:
https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/Classification_and_Pay_Plan_2026.pdf
APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
Legal
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. ***These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders.*For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.
City of Chicago
Brandon Johnson, Mayor