Director of Special Investigations - Administrative Division

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking a dedicated individual to serve as the Director of Special Investigations within the Administrative Division. The Director of Special Investigations will manage their own caseload while also providing leadership and direction to the Special Investigations Unit. This includes supervising daily operations, assigning and reviewing workloads, coordinating schedules, and ensuring continuous coverage of services. The Director will also assist in setting and implementing various program objectives and play a key role in staff training, development, and performance management. The Director will serve as a liaison to external law enforcement agencies and other partners in the criminal justice system as well as multidisciplinary teams, and community committees, and will represent the Attorney General and the Department of Justice in various public and professional settings. This position requires a high degree of professionalism, discretion in handling sensitive matters, and the ability to lead in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. The Director is expected to foster a collaborative team atmosphere within the Department of Justice and with external partners and uphold the highest standards of service throughout the criminal justice process.

Requirements

Possession of a current POST Certification.
Currently qualified with a firearm with optics.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Practical experience with LEISS, DELJIS, Memex, and other law enforcement databases.
Experience with working with allied law enforcement agencies in a cooperative manner to conduct investigations, work on policy matters, and work collaboratively to solve complex problems.
Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, provided through an employer, or performing as a supervisor; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.
Demonstrated experience in providing training and education on a variety of law enforcement or management training courses.

Responsibilities

Carries a caseload and provides direct investigative services.
Applies laws, regulations, and policies in conducting criminal, regulatory, or administrative investigations.
Conducts interviews to obtain information and testimony on a variety of investigations.
Conducts threat assessment investigations to determine threat kevel and mitigation as necessary.
Documents information in memos and reports to provide information to decision makers.
Provides executive level briefings to executive staff to provide accurate, concise and clear information to assist in decision making.
Supervises and monitors Special Investigations Unit staff and productivity; provides direction to at least two full-time special investigative positions, two administrative specialists, and three civilian investigators.
Provides guidance and expertise for discussions and policy regarding office and site safety.
Exercises full scope of supervision, including planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, and recommending hiring, discipline, or termination.
Recommends revisions to policies and operating procedures to enhance department efficacy.
Interprets and communicates state and federal regulations to staff, ensuring compliance in all service areas.
Develops and updates training materials, forms, manuals, and other resources for staff and program operations.
Performs other related casework duties as assigned.