What is a Government Property Inspector or Investigator?

Position Description Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

Government Property Inspector or Investigator Responsibilities

• Investigate alleged license or permit violations.
• Inspect government-owned equipment or materials in the possession of private contractors to ensure compliance with contracts or regulations or to prevent misuse.
• Monitor investigations of suspected offenders to ensure that they are conducted in accordance with constitutional requirements.
• Testify in court or at administrative proceedings concerning investigation findings.
• Coordinate with or assist law enforcement agencies in matters of mutual concern.
• Inspect manufactured or processed products to ensure compliance with contract specifications or legal requirements.

Government Property Inspector or Investigator Skills

Below is a list of the skills most Government Property Inspectors and Investigators say are important on the job.

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.

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Other Government Property Inspector or Investigator Job Titles

• Compliance Analyst
• Government Gauger
• Warehouse Examiner
• Quality Control Manager
• Asset Manager

Job Demand for Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

In the United States, there were 288,300 jobs for Compliance Officers in 2016.

New jobs are being produced at a rate of 8.2% which is lower than average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 23,700 new jobs for Government Property Inspectors and Investigators by 2026. There will be an estimated 25,900 positions for Government Property Inspector or Investigator per year.

The states with the most job growth for Compliance Officers are Texas, California, and New York.

Watch out if you plan on working in Alaska, Wyoming, or Maine. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Government Property Inspector or Investigator Salary

Compliance Officers Make between $38,320 and $109,650 a year. The median salary for this occupation is $68,860.

How much do Compliance Officers make in each U.S. state?

Annual Mean Salary by State

State	Annual Mean Salary
District of Columbia	$93,240
Connecticut	$84,590
Washington	$84,340
New Jersey	$83,210
Massachusetts	$83,100
California	$82,380
Alaska	$80,840
Delaware	$77,670
Maryland	$77,250
Rhode Island	$76,440
New York	$76,370
Minnesota	$76,190
Virginia	$75,900
Texas	$74,690
Illinois	$74,180
Colorado	$73,710
Oregon	$71,860
Michigan	$71,470
Pennsylvania	$71,090
North Dakota	$70,970
New Hampshire	$70,670
Hawaii	$69,980
Vermont	$69,520
Nebraska	$68,610
New Mexico	$68,290
Alabama	$67,700
Nevada	$67,540
Wyoming	$67,370
Ohio	$67,140
North Carolina	$67,100
Maine	$66,230
Arizona	$64,340
Florida	$63,890
Iowa	$63,340
Georgia	$63,030
Wisconsin	$62,700
Montana	$62,620
Missouri	$62,180
Indiana	$61,970
Tennessee	$61,780
South Carolina	$61,390
Louisiana	$61,230
West Virginia	$60,740
Kansas	$60,030
Utah	$59,470
Idaho	$59,420
Oklahoma	$59,340
Kentucky	$58,260
South Dakota	$57,930
Arkansas	$56,820
Mississippi	$54,700

Tools & Technologies Used by Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Government Property Inspectors and Investigators:

• Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator
• Microsoft Excel
• Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
• Microsoft Word
• Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop
• Microsoft Office
• Autodesk AutoCAD
• Microsoft Windows
• Microsoft Access
• Adobe Systems Adobe InDesign

How do I Become a Government Property Inspector or Investigator?

Individuals working as Government Property Inspectors and Investigators have obtained the following education levels:

How many years of work experience do I need?

Where Government Property Inspectors and Investigators Are Employed

Related Careers

Those interested in being a Government Property Inspector or Investigator may also be interested in:

• Assessors

Those who work as Government Property Inspectors and Investigators sometimes switch careers to one of these choices:

• First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics

College Factual

O*NET Online

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