Government Property Inspectors and Investigators
What is a Government Property Inspectors and Investigators?
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators are professionals responsible for overseeing the management and use of government-owned properties and assets. They play a crucial role in ensuring that public property is effectively utilized and maintained, preventing misuse, theft, or damage. Their work involves a variety of activities, including conducting inspections of facilities, equipment, and real estate owned by government entities. They gather data through on-site evaluations and assess compliance with regulations, guidelines, and policies that govern the use of government resources.
These professionals often work closely with law enforcement, legal advisors, and public administrators to identify any violations or discrepancies involving property usage. In addition to inspections, they may investigate allegations of fraud, waste, or abuse related to government properties, compiling reports and presenting findings to appropriate authorities. Their work is essential for maintaining accountability and transparency in government operations, ensuring that taxpayer-funded assets are used appropriately and efficiently.
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators typically require a strong understanding of laws, regulations, and standards related to government property. Their career often involves travel to various sites and facilities, necessitating attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to communicate findings effectively to diverse stakeholders. Their contributions are vital to upholding the integrity of public trust by safeguarding government property and ensuring its optimal use for community benefit.
Tasks
- Prepare correspondence, reports of inspections or investigations, or recommendations for action.
- Examine records, reports, or other documents to establish facts or detect discrepancies.
- Inspect government property, such as construction sites or public housing, to ensure compliance with contract specifications or legal requirements.
- Investigate alleged license or permit violations.
- Inspect manufactured or processed products to ensure compliance with contract specifications or legal requirements.
Technology Skills
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Data base user interface and query software
- Oracle Business Intelligence
- Database software
- Microsoft Access
- Unique Identification UID system databases
- Presentation software
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Inventory management software
- Inventory control system software
- AssetTiger
- Plant Clearance Automated Reutilization Screening System PCARSS
- Radio frequency identification RFID software
- Graphics or photo imaging software
- Computer aided design CAD software
Tools Used
- Notebook computers
- Radio frequency scanners
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Tablet computers
- Special purpose telephones
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Desktop computers
Knowledge
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
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Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
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Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Skills
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
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Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Abilities
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Inductive Reasoning
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
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Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
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Information Ordering
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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Bachelor's degree
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Associate's degree
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Post-secondary certificate
Awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Work Activities
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
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Communicating with People Outside the Organization
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
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Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Detailed Work Activities
- Inform individuals or organizations of status or findings.
- Investigate legal issues.
- Review license or permit applications.
- Verify accuracy of financial information.
- Inspect facilities or equipment to ensure specifications are met.
Work Interests
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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Enterprising
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$43790.0 - $123710.0
New job opportunities are likely in the future. : Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.