Professional Conduct Investigator 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Erie County, PA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Bureau of Enforcement and Investigation (BEI) is looking for individuals to be part of a team of professional conduct investigators. BEI conducts investigations into allegations of violations of standards of conduct, laws, rules , and regulations for 29 licensing boards and commissions. You will be required to attend an eight-week training program at the Pittsburgh Regional Headquarters. Depending on travel distance required for training, overnight lodging may be provided. Following the eight-week training period, you will primarily work from your home location and travel to assigned work location. The majority of this position will be field work in the Erie county area, but may include Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Crawford , Elk, Forrest, Jefferson, Lawrence, McKean, Mercer, Venango, and Warren counties. Additionally, you will report to the regional office in Pittsburgh based on operational needs. This position focuses on investigating possible violations of laws, rules, and regulations under the jurisdiction of the Department of State. The role involves fieldwork, detailed analysis, and accurate reporting to support fair oversight across multiple programs.

Requirements

• Two years as a Regulatory Enforcement Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Five years of investigative experience
• One year of investigative experience and a bachelor's degree
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that included one year of investigative experience
• Possession of a valid Class C Driver's License
• Meet the PA residency requirement
• Be able to perform essential job functions

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into alleged violations and inspect for compliance across assigned programs
• Gather information, evaluate findings, and prepare clear written reports
• Travel to locations, interview individuals, and document observations in support of investigations
• Protect identities, sensitive records, and evidence throughout all phases of each case
• Apply relevant laws, rules, and regulations to ensure proper procedures are followed
• Testify at hearings and provide accurate information for formal proceedings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level