CRIMINAL SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR

Arizona Department of Administration • Yuma, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry is seeking a Criminal Special Investigator for the Office of Inspector General at the Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Yuma in San Luis, Arizona. Under the direction of a Special Investigations Supervisor, the position investigates alleged or suspected violations of federal, state, or local law and determines whether the evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution.

The investigator processes crime scenes, collects and submits evidence, interviews and interrogates suspects and witnesses, analyzes records, and prepares investigative reports. The role also includes threat assessment and intelligence work, executive protection, surveillance and undercover assignments, work involving prison gangs and Security Threat Groups, and collaboration with law enforcement agencies and other department units. The position requires driving on state business, with possible overnight stays, and attendance at required law enforcement and agency training.

The position is listed at a salary of $69,926. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background investigation, drug test, medical/physical examination, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation. Active full-authority AZPOST peace officer certification is required within one year of appointment.

Requirements

• Active full-authority AZPOST Board peace officer certification is required within one year of appointment.
• Pass a background investigation, drug test, medical/physical examination, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation.
• Take a tuberculosis test during New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• If driving or vehicle use is an essential job function: possess and retain a current, valid, class-appropriate driver's license; complete required training and pass required driving-record checks; maintain an acceptable driving record; and maintain legally required liability insurance when using a personally owned vehicle for state business.
• Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Knowledge of federal, state, and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and codes governing investigations and law enforcement operations.
• Knowledge of investigative and interviewing techniques and terminology, case management principles and practices, rules, and traditions.
• Knowledge of the history of prison gangs within the state and of inmate management and supervision techniques and strategies.
• Knowledge of computers, associated software, and specialized law enforcement systems.
• Skill in work management techniques and methods and in applying and interpreting laws, rules, regulations, codes, and policies governing investigations and law enforcement.
• Skill in investigative and law enforcement techniques and methods; written and verbal communication; relationship building; organization and time management; public speaking and presentations; and report writing.
• Ability to lift and carry 100 or more pounds, push and pull 100 or more pounds, and walk or run one or more miles.
• Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, management, and judicial entities; review case files for accuracy; establish cooperative relationships with law enforcement agencies and outside entities; conduct surveillance; maintain confidentiality; and compose reports and other written documents.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience conducting criminal investigations at another law enforcement agency.
• AZPOST full-authority peace officer certification through completion of a qualified POST secondary certification course of study at a community college or Arizona law enforcement academy.

Responsibilities

• Investigate alleged or suspected criminal violations of federal, state, or local laws and assess whether evidence supports recommending prosecution.
• Investigate and process crime scenes, compile findings, prepare reports, and testify in administrative and criminal proceedings.
• Search for, collect, record, and submit evidence for analysis.
• Perform executive protection, conduct threat assessment investigations, gather intelligence, and identify criminal trends.
• Provide advance notice of impending situations that could threaten people or adversely affect agency operations.
• Develop and use informants and other sources to obtain leads relating to criminal activity, gang activity, and absconded felons.
• Conduct surveillance and undercover assignments, and debrief previously validated Security Threat Group (STG) members.
• Compile trend analyses, reports, threat assessments, and certifications of groups and members.
• Make decisions concerning the validation process for STG members, appeals, and court proceedings.
• Obtain and verify evidence or establish facts by interviewing, observing, and interrogating suspects and witnesses, and by analyzing records.
• Obtain and execute search and arrest warrants.
• Assist 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 ADCRR training and meetings.
• Drive on state business, with possible overnight stays.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment as a police officer.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days, with 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program).
• Medical, dental, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance options.
• Retirement program; positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP), subject to a medical evaluation.
• Optional deferred compensation plans and credit union membership.
• Wellness program.
• Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed