Special Investigator ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

3d • $69,807 • Hybrid

About The Position

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona. Always wanted to work in a law enforcement role either supporting or being an officer? Join this unique division that maintains the safety and compliance of our transportation network around the state at our borders. Our Enforcement and Compliance division offers roles from customer support, to dispatching, all the way to senior management! Special Investigator ($4,000 Hiring Incentive) Job Location: TITLE DEALER FRAUD 1324 N. 22nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009 Posting Details: Anticipated Salary: $69,807.26 This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive Grade: 20 Closing Date: 09/09/2026 Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Special Investigator Supervisor, performs statewide, national, and international investigations of highly complex nature involving multiple criminal offenses, working with a high degree of independence. Reviews allegations, complaints or other information to determine criminal offenses that may have been committed. Conducts investigations, including but not limited to; theft, fraud, embezzlement, forgery, conspiracy, fraudulent schemes, political corruption, etc. Confers with prosecuting attorneys regarding progress of investigations, quality of case files and evidence, drafts subpoenas, warrants, etc. Prepares affidavits to obtain search warrants, arrest warrants, wiretaps, physical characteristic court orders. Background check and In-state travel is required. This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (Three (3) days per week in the office/hoteling). The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Requirements

• Knowledge of pertinent State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of modern law enforcement methods, best practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Search and Seizure, rules of evidence and custody of prisoners.
• Knowledge of Defensive tactics.
• Knowledge of First Aid, CPR.
• Knowledge of Court systems, procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of Activity reporting and accounting procedures established for the work system.
• Knowledge of Principles of report writing.
• Have previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state, or federal agency, and meet all of the minimum qualifications for certification as an Arizona Peace Officer.
• Skill in interpreting relevant State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
• Skill in eliciting factual information and drawing valid conclusions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with staff members and the general public.
• Skill in use and care of firearms.
• Skill in operating police equipment in emergency situations.
• Skill in exercising discretion in use of force.
• Skill in verbal and written communication, writing clear and concise reports.
• Skill in problem solving and using good judgement.
• Have completed the basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff members and the general public.
• Ability to maintain moral standards and integrity.
• Ability to work as a team and collaborate.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CVSA certification.
• Ability to make effective and reasonable decisions under pressure.
• Ability to operate law enforcement computers, software and database programs.
• Ability to maintain required firearms certification.
• Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations.
• Ability to obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency.
• Arizona Peace Officer Standards & Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certifications.
• Weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards and obtain the CVSA certification within 6 months of hire.
• Individuals who have served honorably as a peace officer in Arizona and their certification has lapsed, or served in another State may be eligible to gain Arizona POST certification through Waiver Testing. PAT is required for Waiver Testing.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum of 3 yrs in investigative or detective unit.
• This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Individuals who have served honorably as a peace officer in Arizona and their certification has lapsed, or served in another State may be eligible to gain Arizona POST certification through Waiver Testing. PAT is required for Waiver Testing.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing information and documents; analyzing data, planning case strategy, maintaining case files and evidence; preparing case reports.
• Interviewing victims, witnesses and suspects on the phone or in person.
• Travel as required, including state, interstate and international that may require overnight stay.
• Engage in undercover investigation operations, conducting surveillance of case suspects, investigative activity with other local, state and federal agencies.
• Preparing and serving search warrants; conducting searches; seizing and securing evidence.
• Serving arrest warrants; physically arresting suspects and booking suspects into jail.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

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