Government Property Inspectors and Investigators Go Back to List Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Document management software

Tasks
	Prepare correspondence, reports of inspections or investigations or recommendations for action.
	Examine records, reports, or other documents to establish facts or detect discrepancies.
	Monitor investigations of suspected offenders to ensure that they are conducted in accordance with constitutional requirements.
	Collect, identify, evaluate, or preserve case evidence.
	Inspect manufactured or processed products to ensure compliance with contract specifications or legal requirements.
	Coordinate with or assist law enforcement agencies in matters of mutual concern.
	Testify in court or at administrative proceedings concerning investigation findings.
	Inspect government-owned equipment or materials in the possession of private contractors to ensure compliance with contracts or regulations or to prevent misuse.
	Recommend legal or administrative action to protect government property.
	Submit samples of products to government laboratories for testing, as required.

Skills
	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.
	Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
	Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
	Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
	Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
	Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Knowledge
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	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.
	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.
	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.
	Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
	Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
	Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $94,503.00 $45.44  $29.43  $33.01 - $53.53  Bridgeport/Stamford $101,909.00 $48.99  $31.61  $36.22 - $59.14  Danbury $83,553.00 $40.17  $25.62  $29.18 - $46.67  Hartford $94,595.00 $45.48  $29.75  $33.41 - $52.38  New Haven $91,973.00 $44.22  $28.18  $31.23 - $52.37  New London/Norwich $88,787.00 $42.68  $31.48  $38.05 - $47.97  Waterbury $78,636.00 $37.81  $26.52  $29.13 - $43.98  Torrington $85,438.00 $41.07  $27.36  $31.87 - $53.57

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   297   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, and the number of annual openings will offer limited job opportunities.

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