Special Investigator ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
About The Position
The Special Investigator performs highly complex statewide, national, and international investigations involving multiple criminal offenses, working with a high degree of independence under the general supervision of the Special Investigator Supervisor. The role reviews allegations, complaints, and other information to identify potential criminal offenses, and investigates matters including theft, fraud, embezzlement, forgery, conspiracy, fraudulent schemes, and political corruption. The investigator confers with prosecuting attorneys about investigation progress and the quality of case files and evidence, and prepares subpoenas, warrants, affidavits, and other court documents. The position requires a background check and in-state travel. It may offer remote work within Arizona, depending on business needs and continued performance. Travel may also be interstate or international and may require overnight stays.
Requirements
- Previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state, or a federal agency, and meet the minimum qualifications for Arizona Peace Officer certification.
- At least 3 years of experience in an investigative or detective unit.
- Arizona Peace Officer Standards & Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certifications; eligible out-of-state or lapsed Arizona officers may qualify for Arizona certification through Waiver Testing, which requires PAT.
- Weapons certification in accordance with AZPOST standards.
- Obtain CVSA certification within 6 months of hire.
- Maintain required firearms certification.
- Possess and retain a current, valid, class-appropriate driver's license; meet driver record and training requirements for operating a vehicle on State business.
- Maintain required liability insurance when operating a personally owned vehicle on State business.
- Successfully complete the required background check and E-Verify employment eligibility verification.
- Knowledge of pertinent state and federal motor vehicle laws, rules, and regulations; modern law enforcement methods and procedures; search and seizure; rules of evidence and custody of prisoners; defensive tactics; first aid and CPR; court systems and procedures; activity reporting and accounting procedures; and report-writing principles.
- Skill in interpreting relevant laws and regulations; eliciting factual information and drawing valid conclusions; building effective relationships; use and care of firearms; operating police equipment in emergencies; exercising discretion in use of force; written and verbal communication; report writing; problem solving; and sound judgment.
- Have completed basic and advanced training demonstrating substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports; communicate effectively; maintain integrity and moral standards; collaborate as part of a team; make effective decisions under pressure; operate law enforcement computers, software, and databases; understand and interpret laws and regulations; and obtain an appointment from an Arizona law enforcement agency.
Responsibilities
- Review allegations, complaints, documents, and other information to determine whether criminal offenses may have been committed.
- Investigate criminal matters such as theft, fraud, embezzlement, forgery, conspiracy, fraudulent schemes, and political corruption.
- Analyze data, plan case strategy, maintain case files and evidence, and prepare case reports.
- Confer with prosecuting attorneys regarding investigation progress and the quality of case files and evidence.
- Draft subpoenas, warrants, affidavits, and other investigative or court documents.
- Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects by telephone or in person.
- Conduct undercover investigations and surveillance of suspects.
- Coordinate investigative activities with local, state, and federal agencies.
- Prepare and serve search warrants, conduct searches, and seize and secure evidence.
- Serve arrest warrants, arrest suspects, and book suspects into jail.
- Travel as required, including in-state, interstate, and international travel that may involve overnight stays.
- Maintain and answer a company-provided cell phone.
- Maintain required firearms certification and obtain and maintain CVSA certification.
Benefits
- Sick leave
- Vacation and 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Retirement plan with mandatory participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Optional short-term disability insurance
- Optional deferred compensation plans
- Optional supplemental life insurance
- Potential remote work schedule, subject to management approval and business needs
- Employee referral incentive, subject to eligibility criteria
- $4,000 hiring incentive, subject to eligibility criteria
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
