Investigator 3

State of Washington•Snohomish County – Monroe, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Investigator 3 for Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC). The Department of Corrections (Facility) Intelligence and Investigations Unit (IIU) in collaboration with its criminal justice partners; will contribute to staff and community safety and hold Incarcerated Individuals accountable through administration or criminal sanctions and effective re-entry programs. The Investigator 3 position works under the direction of the IIU Chief Investigator and the Superintendent and works collaboratively with stakeholders and contributes to the agency's mission, to improve facility and public safety by conducting impartial, confidential, high-priority investigations throughout the department. These investigations often involve allegations that are sensitive, complex, and at times controversial within a correctional setting with the potential of having political impacts, and/or media interest related to the Department of Corrections. This position may be asked to conduct special investigative activities pertinent to the institution and public safety. This position may require travel across the state and may be called to duty whenever an emergency arises and there is a need for investigative support. This position Gathers facts and develops evidence with the objective of completing casework from the original claim, or allegation to preparation for presentation in court or for administrative hearings in a timely manner: This includes researching records and case files; conducting a thorough investigation; preserving documentary evidence; obtaining statements of fact, depositions, or confessions; obtaining and serving subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses or the production of records; conducting field surveillance; writing investigative reports, establishing proof of facts and evidence; reviewing case work with law enforcement agencies, private attorneys, Assistant Attorney General, or Prosecuting Attorneys; and testifying in court or other proceedings as necessary. This position will assist with the overall management of the IIU and may act as the Chief Investigator in their absence. During normal operations, Investigator 3 will supervise and mentor the IIU's Investigator 2's, and assist the Chief Investigator in establishing priorities, goals and strategies to meet the units commitments. When authorized by the appointing authority this position may be armed, once properly trained, and may be issued a take home weapon. This position along with other investigators will have the responsibility of being IIU Duty Officer for one-week rotations. The Duty Officer will be responsible for responding to the facility or conducting other work as needed, 24 hours a day, throughout the 7-day period.

Requirements

Two (2) years' experience as an Investigator 2 within DOC Intelligence and Investigations Unit (IIU).
OR Three (3) years of experience in conducting investigations which include: witness interviews, gathering, preserving, and analyzing facts, information, and evidence, and developing written reports.

Nice To Haves

High level of knowledge and experience with Security Threat Groups.
High level of experience with methods, principles, standards, and techniques of criminal and civil investigations.
High level of experience with interviewing techniques, rules of evidence, chain of custody, laws of arrest, search and seizure, Miranda and Garrity warnings.
Skilled at investigative report writing.
Working knowledge of applicable Washington state statues, Federal and State regulations pertaining to the area of investigations.
Working knowledge of the incarcerated individual classification process.
Working knowledge of applicable Washington state statues, Federal and State regulations pertaining to the area of investigations.

Responsibilities

Creates, compiles, and writes documentation/case files relevant to intelligence on activity conducted by Incarcerated Individuals, visitors, and associates (Both physically maintained in IIU Office and electronic maintained in Kaseware in a timely manner.)
Write thorough investigative reports in a timely manner, establishing proof of fact and evidence sufficient to be used in Superior Court or for DOC Administrative Hearings. Investigator 3 will also review investigation documents for accuracy and completeness prior to being forwarded to the Chief Investigator/Superintendent.
Gather, document, and retain evidence according to applicable laws, Department policies, and established procedures in support of investigative activity which typically result in prosecutorial pursuit in Federal or Superior Courts or Administrative Discipline.
Conduct interviews of suspects, victims, and witnesses, prepares and/or reviews statements of fact and / or confessions in accordance with applicable laws, DOC policies and procedures for use in Superior Court or in Administrative Hearings. (Including but not limited to: JPAY investigations, Securus investigations, Contraband Investigations, PREA investigations)
Investigate complaints of employee misconduct as directed by the Chief Investigator and Superintendent. This activity will be minimized as much as possible as the primary focus should be on Incarcerated Individuals activities as they relate to staff, facility and public safety.
Review and present appropriate cases to private attorneys, Assistant Attorney General, Prosecuting Attorney, and Federal/State/Local Law enforcement.
Testify in court or other proceedings as necessary.
May participate, supervise, lead, direct or support tactical, covert and/or investigative operations involving prison (s), community corrections or law enforcement/criminal justice agencies at the direction and approval of the Chief Investigator and Superintendent per established guidelines.
Maintain and use specialized covert electronic, audio and visual equipment per Federal and State laws, and Department policies, and with approval from the Chief Investigator and Superintendent.
Participates in the collection, documentation and dissemination of intelligence information on Security Threat Groups, at the direction of the Chief Investigator and/or Statewide STG Program Manager.
Researches records and case files; gathering and preserving documentary evidence
Submit reports and provide communication as directed by the Statewide IIU Program requirements.
Trained and certified in drug / narcotic testing (MMC, NARTECH, NIK, Target ID, Mobile detect, ETC.).
Obtain, log, and test substances that have been submitted or collected as evidence.
Gather, log, maintain / preserves evidence properly per policy as directed and under direct supervision by the Chief Investigator or higher-level Investigator.
Assist law enforcement, Prosecutor’s and Attorney General Office in the gathering of evidence or information required for civil or criminal cases.
Attends meetings/briefings and Trainings.
Write detailed and concise reports (i.e. Infraction Reports, Incident Reports, IMRS’s, Segregation Management reports.)
Conduct and complete Administrative Segregation investigations or request extensions within policy time frames and document appropriately.
Liaison with local LE, courts, attorneys, etc…
Provides and/or Assists in training regarding security and investigative issues.
Comply with all training requirements per policy.
Review archived calls and perform live monitoring of Incarcerated Individual conversations to gather intelligence on known or suspected criminal activity of Incarcerated Individuals, visitors and/or associates using Securus System (Monitor, analyze, and investigate any suspicious phone calls).
Accurately record these conversations for use as evidence in administrative and/or criminal court proceedings while complying with applicable Federal/State laws and Department policy.
Monitor, analyze, and investigate suspicious JPAY messages that could jeopardize the safety and security of facility operations.
Gather, compile, and analyze data related to the safety and security of the institution arising from the monitoring of JPAY, Securus System, and the US Mail.
Monitor incoming and outgoing Incarcerated Individual US Mail per policy.
Maintain confidentiality and only disclose that information allowed in policy.
Review and monitor the facility surveillance systems as well as stand alone, covert surveillance systems for issues concerning the safety and security of facility operations.
Screen incoming Incarcerated Individual chain for STG members, their status, and placement.
Accurately and promptly enter data into the Security Threat Group Tracking System on groups including but not limited to, militia organizations, violent anarchist, hate groups, street groups, security threat groups and any other individual or groups that pose a threat to public safety and overall security of the Department.
Appropriately distribute Security Threat Group (STG) related information to those areas, departments and offices requiring information for operation, planning, and administrative purposes.
Provide training to staff regarding STG and security issues.
Provide training if requested related to narcotics and ways that narcotics are introduced into prisons.
Provide the Chief Investigator, Superintendent, and senior administrative staff with accurate, comprehensive timely Intelligence information.
Document and file intelligence information according to policy, including but not limited to Confidential Information Reports.
Demonstrate professionalism and credibility with Incarcerated Individual population.
Assure confidentiality with the cultivation/collection of intelligence information according to laws and Department policies.
Other duties as assigned.