Investigator 3

State of Washington•Mason County – Shelton, WA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the position of Investigator 3 at the Washington Corrections Center (WCC) in Shelton, Washington. WCC is a Reception and Diagnostic Center, a close-custody facility responsible for processing, testing, and classifying all adult male felons sentenced to prison in Washington State. The facility houses 1,700 incarcerated individuals across seven living units, with approximately 500 individuals screened and assessed monthly. WCC also serves as a major hub for the transfer of incarcerated individuals throughout the state. The DOC Intelligence and Investigations Unit (IIU), in collaboration with criminal justice partners, aims to enhance staff and community safety and hold incarcerated individuals accountable through sanctions and re-entry programs. The Investigator 3 position operates under the direction of the IIU Chief Investigator and the Superintendent, collaborating with stakeholders to uphold the agency's mission of improving facility and public safety through impartial, confidential, high-priority investigations. These investigations often involve sensitive, complex, and potentially controversial matters within a correctional setting, which may attract political attention or media interest. The role may also involve special investigative activities pertinent to the institution and public safety, require statewide travel, and may be called upon during emergencies for investigative support. The position is responsible for gathering facts and developing evidence to complete casework from initial claims or allegations to preparation for court or administrative hearings in a timely manner.

Requirements

Two years’ experience as an Investigator 2 within DOC Intelligence & Investigations Unit (IIU).
OR Three years of experience in conducting investigations which include: witness interviews; gathering, preserving, and analyzing facts, information, and evidence; and developing written reports.
Ability to write and speak clearly, concisely, accurately, and informatively.

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 statutes, Federal and State regulations pertaining to the area investigations.
Working knowledge of the incarcerated individual classification process.
Trained and certified in drug / narcotic testing (MMC, NARTEC, NIK, Target ID, ETC.).

Responsibilities

Assist with the overall management of the IIU and may act as the Chief Investigator in their absence.
Supervise and mentor Investigator 2's, and assist the Chief Investigator in establishing priorities, goals, and strategies.
Create, compile, and write documentation/case files relevant to intelligence on activity conducted by incarcerated individuals, visitors, and associates.
Write thorough investigative reports, establishing proof of fact and evidence sufficient for Superior Court or DOC Administrative Hearings.
Review investigation documents for accuracy and completeness.
Gather, document, and retain evidence according to applicable laws, Department policies, and established procedures.
Conduct interviews of suspects, victims, and witnesses, and prepare/review statements of fact and/or confessions.
Investigate complaints of employee misconduct.
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.
Participate, supervise, lead, direct, or support tactical, covert, and/or investigative operations.
Maintain and use specialized covert electronic, audio, and visual equipment.
Participate in the collection, documentation, and dissemination of intelligence information on Security Threat Groups.
Research records and case files; gathering and preserving documentary evidence.
Submit reports and provide communication as directed by Statewide IIU Program requirements.
Obtain, log, and test substances submitted or collected as evidence.
Gather, log, maintain, and preserve evidence properly per policy.
Assist law enforcement, Prosecutor’s, and Attorney General Office in gathering evidence or information.
Operate and monitor the Incarcerated Individual telephone program (VTracks), Securus, JPay, OMNI, Incarcerated Individual mail, and other DOC information sources.
Gather, develop, evaluate, document, and disseminate intelligence information pertaining to Incarcerated Individuals and Security Threat Groups.