Job Summary
The Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is searching for a Criminal Special Investigator to join our ASPC - Eyman team. The Criminal Special Investigator will investigate alleged suspected criminal violations, interview and observe records, investigate crime scenes, present evidence in court proceedings as prescribed by statutes and rules of evidence.
Responsibilities
* Investigate and process crime scenes, compile findings, and present findings in reports.
* Search for evidence and collect, record, and submit evidence for analysis.
* Perform executive protection, conduct threat assessment investigations, gather intelligence, and criminal trends.
* Provide advance notice to supervisor, affected persons, or agencies of impending situations having a potential risk of harm or adverse effect to the security of the Department’s operations.
* Develop and use informants or other sources to get leads to information relating to criminal activity, gang activity, and absconded felons.
* Maintain surveillance and perform undercover assignments, debrief of previously validated Security Threat Group (STG) members.
* Compile trend analysis, reports, threat assessments certifications of groups and members.
* Make decisions concerning the validation process of STG members, appeals and court proceedings.
* Obtain/verifies evidence or establishes facts by interviewing, observing, and interrogating suspects and witnesses and analyzing records.
* Obtain and execute search and arrest warrants.
* Assist with state, county, federal and municipal agencies and other department units with investigations of all types of crimes.
* Attend AZPOST continuing and proficiency training to maintain peace officer certification.
* Attend annual Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) training/meetings.
* Drive on State business with possible overnight stays.
* Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment as police officer.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
* Federal, State, and Agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and codes governing investigations and law enforcement operations.
* Investigative and interviewing techniques and terminology, principles and practices of case management, rules and traditions.
* History of prison gangs within the State.
* Inmate management and supervision techniques and strategies.
* Personal computers and software, and specialized systems used in law enforcement.
Skills
* Applying techniques and methods of work management.
* Applying and interpreting Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, codes and policies governing investigation and law enforcement functions.
* Investigative and law enforcement techniques and methods.
* Written and verbal communication, including proper sentence structure, grammar and punctuation.
* Building and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
* Organization and time management.
* Public speaking and presentation.
* Report writing.
Abilities
* Lift/carry up to 100+ lbs.
* Push/pull up to 100+ lbs.
* Walk/run up to 1.00+ miles.
* Effectively communicate ideas, techniques, and information to coworkers, management, and judicial entities.
* Review investigative case files for accuracy.
* Establish cooperative relationships with other law enforcement agencies and outside entities.
* Conduct surveillance.
* Maintain confidentiality.
* Compose written documents and reports.
Selective Preference
At least one (1) year of work experience in another law enforcement agency conducting criminal investigations. AZPOST full-authority peace officer certification through completion of a qualified POST secondary certification course of study through a community college or Arizona law enforcement academy.
Pre-Employment Requirements
An active Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) certification is required within one year of appointment. Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, drug test, medical/physical examination, polygraph exam, and psychological evaluation. All employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter. In an effort to maintain a safe environment, employees who drive on state business must possess a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license and meet all other driving requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
* Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year.
* Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
* Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options.
* Exceptional retirement program.
* Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program.
* An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program.
Retirement
Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP). If you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above, consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison. As a condition of participation in the CORP, a medical evaluation is required.
Contact
Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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