APS INVESTIGATOR ADVANCED

Arizona Department of Administration•Chandler, AZ

1d•$33•Onsite

About The Position

The position works the highest-level cases in Adult Protective Services (APS), including criminal, sexual assault, major financial fraud and criminal enterprise and repeat perpetrator cases, including extensive coordination with the Attorney General's Office, police, FBI, IRS and state licensing boards.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable federal and state statutes, international agreements, regulations and policies related to assigned program duties.
Knowledge of DES rules, regulations, policies and procedures and the principles and practices of public administration
Knowledge of interviewing techniques
Knowledge of criminal laws related to elder abuse, financial exploitation.
Skills in evidence gathering techniques
Skills in research, methodology, project planning, development, organization and work flow techniques
Skills in gathering, organizing, analyzing, interpreting and summarizing data and information from varied sources
Skills in building and maintaining working relationships with other departments, outside representatives, community groups/leaders, and staff
Ability to understand, interpret, apply, and implement complex federal, state, department, and legislative laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Ability to exercise a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, and independent judgment
Ability to serve as subject matter expert related to programmatic duties
Ability to manage and balance a full range of complex cases
Have a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Rehabilitation, Healthcare, or closely related field AND at least 5 years of experience in investigations, including experience testifying in court, forensic interviewing, gathering evidence and coordination with other entities.
Valid, unrestricted Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1758.07.
In-state travel is required: Driver’s License Requirements.
Successfully pass background and reference checks.
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

CFI (Certified Forensic Interviewer) certificate preferred. If not already CFI certified, the successful candidate must become certified within one year of beginning this position in order to maintain employment in this position.

Responsibilities

Assess and respond to allegations of the highest levels of abuse, sexual assault and abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults. Respond within approved time frames to cases deemed critical incidents.
Prioritize cases with the greatest risk, securing the necessary services and resources. Review complex medical, police, fiduciary, financial, and social service records.
Identify patterns of behavior using available criminal records, data dashboards, and other research. Review complex financial records and prepare extensive spreadsheets to identify fraud and/or exploitation.
Create a safety plan, refer to appropriate services and resources.
Maintain regular contact with vulnerable adults, guardians, fiduciaries, and caretakers to determine if there are ongoing risks to clients ' safety and whether alleged perpetrators still have access to any vulnerable clients.
Organize, plan, and prioritize work; participate in staffing, hearings, and other meetings.
Coordinate with local police departments and the criminal justice branch of the attorney general's office to conduct parallel investigations for the best outcomes for clients. Testify in court.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities