Title 12174 · Code of Ordinances

Sec. 602.304. - Inspector General Established; Qualifications.

Citation: Jacksonville, FL Code of Ordinances § 602.304.

Section: 602.304.

The Inspector General shall head the Office of Inspector General and shall have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university, and at least ten years of experience in government auditing, investigation, or prosecutorial or criminal justice administration, public administration or business administration. A master's degree or higher is preferred. Professional certifications such as certified inspector general, certified inspector general auditor or investigator, certified public accountant, certified internal auditor, or certified fraud examiner are recommended. The Inspector General shall not have been found guilty of or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony, or any misdemeanor involving the breach of public trust. If not already certified as an inspector general, the Inspector General shall be required to obtain certification within 24 months of becoming the Inspector General. (Ord. 2014-519-E, § 5; Ord. 2018-262-E , § 1)