Investigator Positions, Federal Government Oversight

~ Founded in 1981, Project On Government Oversight (POGO) is an independent nonprofit that investigates and exposes corruption and other misconduct in order to achieve a more  effective, accountable, open, and ethical federal government. ~

POGO is a multi-issue organization with an expertise in working with inside sources and whistleblowers to expose evidence of waste, fraud, or abuse in the federal government.

In recent years, POGO's investigations and outreach programs have addressed shortcomings in national security, the lack of oversight of government spending, outmoded nuclear weapons programs, inadequate whistleblower protections, excessive government secrecy, and Congress' inability to conduct effective government oversight. POGO's investigations have also been responsible for billions in saved tax dollars and for major policy reforms affecting millions of Americans.

Position Overview

POGO has openings for investigator positions of various levels of experience. POGO’s investigators conduct original, nonpartisan investigations that shed new light on systemic problems inside the federal government with the aim of making the government more transparent, accountable, and effective. These positions will report to POGO's Director of Investigations and are expected to follow POGO's methodology.

In recent years, POGO has investigated the costs of government outsourcing, the risks of the revolving door, excessive secrecy covering up government employee misconduct, and how industries capture federal regulators.

Qualifications & Attributes

• The ideal candidate will have fire in their belly, bring disciplined focus to in-depth investigations, and have a creative and strategic sense of what issues could lead to front-page news and spark congressional hearings.
• We are looking for individuals with at least three years of experience conducting investigations into government operations and/or corporate misconduct and have worked with whistleblowers and other insiders.
• The ideal candidate will have fire in their belly, bring disciplined focus to in-depth investigations, and have a creative and strategic sense of what issues could lead to front-page news and spark congressional hearings.
• We are looking for individuals with at least three years of experience conducting investigations into government operations and/or corporate misconduct and have worked with whistleblowers and other insiders.
• Experience with the Freedom of Information Act is a plus.
• Ability to work as part of a team, strong writing skills, willingness to advocate for policy recommendations, and development of media relationships are imperative.

To Apply

Interested candidates should click below: "Apply" to send a one-page cover letter as well as a resume and references to:

Project On Government Oversight
1100 G Street NW #500
Washington DC 20005

~ POGO provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We welcome all interested and qualified individuals to apply. ~