Abuse Investigator (Temporary)

Lane County, OR; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services is seeking an Abuse Investigator to serve as the designee for ODHS and OTIS, handling abuse screening, risk assessments, and formal investigations. The role includes forensic interviewing, evidence gathering, and reporting, with testimony in hearings and cross-agency collaboration.

The position offers part-time, 20 hours per week with hybrid telework options. A bachelor's degree and relevant investigative experience are required, plus background

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human, social, behavioral, or criminal science.
• Two years of human services, law enforcement, or investigative experience; or an equivalent combination.
• This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.

Responsibilities

• Screening reports of abuse regarding individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Assessing health and safety risks and the need for protective services.
• Determining if abuse reports meet criteria for investigation.
• Conducting in-depth/sensitive investigations.
• Forensic interviewing.
• Field-based evidence & information gathering.
• Preparing comprehensive written reports.
• Testifying in administrative hearings.
• Significant collaboration with DDS staff and other community partners.

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services, social, behavioral, or criminal science

Job description

About the Position

This position serves as the designee for Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and the Office of Training, Investigations and Safety (OTIS) as an Adult Abuse Investigator.

Core functions include:

• Screening reports of abuse regarding individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Assessing health and safety risks and the need for protective services
• Determining if abuse reports meet criteria for investigation
• Conducting in-depth/sensitive investigations
• Forensic interviewing
• Field-based evidence & information gathering
• Preparing comprehensive written reports
• Testifying in administrative hearings
• Significant collaboration with DDS staff and other community partners

This position also involves providing training to DDS staff and community partners.

About the Division

Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services strives to provide a responsive, cooperative lifespan delivery system of support, training, care, monitoring, protection and crisis response for persons with developmental disabilities and their families. Services are designed to maximize opportunities for self-determination and self-sufficiency.

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Schedule:

Monday - Friday; shift will vary. Schedule will be determined upon hire. This position offers 20 hours per week.

Hybrid telework may be optional or a condition of employment depending on the needs of the division at the time of hire.

This is an AFSCME represented position.

This position is budgeted for a maximum of 1,040 hours during the fiscal year.

Training:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human, social, behavioral, or criminal science.

Experience:

• Two years of human services, law enforcement, or investigative experience;
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Special Requirements:

• This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
• Please note that as part of the screening process, Lane County will verify license and certification status.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications.

Abuse Investigator

Selection Process

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 -2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Veterans' Preference Information

Trauma Informed Care Statement

Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.