• Job Description

  Req#: 519631

  ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS REHABILITATION & REENTRY Our Mission: We are committed to modernizing correctional practices by making strategic investments across the agency as we reimagine corrections, expand program opportunities for our population, and offer professional development and support to our officers and professional staff. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

  CRIMINAL SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR

  Job Location:

  Address:

  Inspector General Bureau
  Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) – Tucson
  10000 South Wilmot
  Tucson, AZ 85734
  https://corrections.az.gov/

  Posting Details:

  Salary: $66,597.00
  

  Grade: 21
  

  Closing Date: Open Until Filled

  Job Summary:

  Are you a driven Criminal investigator that puts forth a perfect effort in everything you do? Do you want to help Arizona Department Of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry reimagine corrections in the State of Arizona? Joining our Agency as a Criminal Special Investigator will allow you to perform critical protective and investigative assignments.
  
  The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is looking to hire a qualified Criminal Special Investigator to join our law enforcement agency. Under the direction of a Special Investigations Supervisor, this position will investigate alleged suspected criminal violations of Federal, State, or local laws to determine if the evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution.

  Job Duties:

  - Investigates/processes crime scenes, compiles investigation findings and presents findings in reports
  - Testifies in administrative and criminal proceedings
  - Searches for evidence and collects, records, and submits evidence for analysis
  - Performs executive protection, conducts threat assessment investigations, gathers intelligence, and criminal trends
  - Provides advance notice to supervisor, affected persons or agencies of impending situations having a potential risk of harm or adverse effect to the security of the Departments operations
  - Develops and uses informants or other sources to get leads to information relating to criminal activity, gang activity, and absconded felons
  - Maintains surveillance and performs undercover assignments, debrief of previously validated Security Threat Group (STG) members
  - Compiles trend analysis, reports, threat certification of groups and members
  - Makes decisions concerning the validation process of STG members, appeals and court proceedings
  - Acquires and verifies evidence or establishes facts by interviewing, observing, interrogating suspects and witnesses and analyzing records
  - Obtains and executes search and arrest warrants
  - Assists and collaborates with outside law enforcement agencies with investigations of all types of crimes
  - Drives on State business with possible overnight stays
  - Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

  Knowledge of:
  - Federal, State, and Agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and codes governing investigations and law enforcement operations as they apply to the investigative processes
  - Investigative and interviewing techniques and terminology
  - Principles and practices of case management, rules and traditions
  - History of prison gangs within the State
  - Inmate management and supervision techniques and strategies
  - Personal computers and software, as well as specialized systems used in law enforcement
  
  Skill in:
  - Applying techniques and methods of work management
  - Interpreting Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, codes and policies governing investigation and law enforcement functions
  - Investigative and law enforcement techniques and methods
  - Written and verbal communication
  - Building and maintaining interpersonal relationships
  - Organization and time management
  - Public speaking and presentation
  - Report writing
  
  Ability to:
  - Lift/Carry up to 100+ lbs.
  - Push/Pull up to 100+ lbs.
  - Walk/Run up to 1.00+ miles
  - Effectively communicate ideas, techniques, and information to coworkers, management, and judicial entities
  - Review investigative case files for accuracy
  - Establish cooperative relationships with other law enforcement agencies and outside entities
  - Conduct surveillance
  - Maintain confidentiality
  - Compose written documents and reports

  Selective Preference(s):

  At least one (1) year of work experience in another law enforcement agency conducting criminal investigations. AZPOST full-authority peace officer certification through completion of a qualified POST secondary certification course of study through a community college or Arizona law enforcement academy

  Pre-Employment Requirements:

  An active Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) certification are required within one year of appointment.
  
  If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then 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).

  Benefits:

  We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:
  - Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
  - Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
  - Exceptional retirement program
  - Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
  - An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

  For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

  Retirement:

  Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).
  
  Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
  
  As a condition of participation in the CORP, you will be required to undergo a medical evaluation.

  Contact Us:

  The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

• About the company

  Arizona is on a mission to become the #1 state in the nation in which to live, work, play, get an education, and retire. Arizona state government plays a vital role in making this happen, and in order to maximize our potential the State of Arizona must operate in way that demonstrates a business-like approach. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join the team.

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