COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR 2

State of Nevada; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation leave

Sick leave

12 paid holidays per year

Retirement: PERS

Job summary

Nevada Department of Corrections in Carson City seeks a Compliance Investigator 2 to lead investigations into violations of state and federal laws within assigned programs. The role involves conducting inspections, gathering evidence, and preparing detailed reports to support administrative actions and penalties.

This position requires strong investigative skills and the ability to train others in safety practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, political science, psychology, social work, business administration or related field with 1 year investigative experience.
• High school diploma with 3 years investigative/compliance experience.
• 1 year of experience as a Compliance Investigator I in Nevada State service.

Responsibilities

• Receive complaints and determine possible program violations.
• Conduct interviews with complainants, witnesses, and agencies to gather information.
• Prepare forms, notices and respond to parties involved in violations.
• Gather evidence and analyze data to develop case trends.
• Develop case files, logs and final reports for potential litigation or sanctions.
• Coordinate informal resolutions and monitor adherence to agreements.
• Prepare investigative reports and testify as required.

Skills

Investigative skills

Interviews

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice/related field

High school diploma + 3 years experience

1 year as Compliance Investigator I (Nevada)

Job description

Job Summary

The Nevada Department of Corrections has a vacancy for a Compliance Investigator 2 in Carson City. Incumbents promote safety practices covered by state and federal safety and health laws and regulations. Incumbents train others to identify safety and health hazards and violations, and recommend reasonable means of abatement; research specific technology and industry applications using technical references and consensus codes and standards; and prepare written reports and training materials. Incumbents conduct worksite inspections; ergonomic evaluations; environmental assessments; and take necessary steps to ensure employees are removed from danger. Incumbents influence supervisors to take preventative or corrective actions; and assign abatement periods in which serious regulatory violations must be corrected. Safety Specialists investigate industrial accidents resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. The incumbents coordinate occupational claim investigation with the Agency Loss Control Coordinator as to validity, cause, and prevention. In instances of blood borne exposures, performs investigation as to the source of the exposure; may include obtaining medical information of the inmate, if applicable, and coordinates findings with the Agency Loss Control Coordinator and agency Disease Specialist. Incumbents manage the lockout/tagout and HAZMAT safety regulations for the agency.

Compliance Investigators perform investigations regarding violations of federal and/or State laws or regulations pertaining to a specific State program or regulatory area such as public assistance, real estate, insurance, employment discrimination or sexual harassment. The investigative process is initiated following a formal complaint or suspected violation utilizing standard investigative techniques. Incumbents are not sworn peace officers, and enforcement actions are limited to the specific program or regulatory area and involve informal resolution and/or recommendations for administrative sanctions or penalties which are imposed by a higher authority.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, political science, psychology, social work, business administration or other discipline related to the assignment and one year of investigative experience as an investigator in a specified program area where standard investigative techniques were utilized to make program compliance determinations and prepare detailed reports for the purpose of justifying administrative sanctions, penalties or criminal prosecution. Work experience may be obtained in a law enforcement, investigative, regulatory or compliance setting; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Compliance Investigator I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

• Receive informal and formal complaints by phone or in writing and make determinations regarding possible program violations and jurisdiction under a specified program area; gather and analyze background information and facts pertaining to the case.
• Conduct interviews with complainants, witnesses, employers, State and local governmental agencies and other sources to obtain information regarding violations or noncompliance; develop leads and facts pertaining to the case to substantiate violation.
• Prepare required forms and/or notices and send to appropriate parties regarding complaint and alleged violations; review responses and discuss with complainant and respondent.
• Gather evidence such as records, reports, bank statements, bills, check stubs, sales receipts, transaction verifications, personnel files and historical data pertaining to the initial violation to develop trends or patterns to support the complaint; conduct surveillance activities and serve subpoenas to obtain evidence and expedite the case as required.
• Develop case files and maintain case logs and reports; file evidence along with chronological documentation regarding investigative steps taken and all contact made with complainant, respondent, witnesses and other sources; utilize information to develop final case report for further litigation as appropriate.
• Coordinate possible resolution of complaint on an informal basis by conducting meetings and discussions with contending parties, addressing evidence gathered and steps to regain compliance and/or resolution of complaint; negotiate and stipulate final agreements in writing; monitor case to ensure adherence to agreements.
• Prepare investigative reports encompassing all facts pertaining to the case; outline suspected violations, statements of facts, documentation of evidence, violations committed, statements obtained and findings and conclusions, for review by a higher authority for sanctions and/or criminal prosecution; appear before the governing body or in a court of law to provide testimony as required.
• Maintain logs and statistical reports regarding status of on-going cases, final disposition, and field work performed, complaints received, and penalties imposed.
• Conduct training programs regarding agency services, rules and regulations for employers, community groups and the general public to ensure compliance, understanding and awareness.
• May conduct investigations of business activities on an as needed basis to ensure compliance with program rules and regulations and stipulated agreements.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept in an investigative unit at the journey level. Duties are distinguished from the Compliance Investigator I class by greater complexity and independence in performing job assignments at the full journey level.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: investigative principles and accepted practices; accounting and auditing principles; rules of evidence and the rights of citizens; office procedures, methods and equipment; recordkeeping practices to obtain needed information for investigations, auditing, and special projects; the functions of other State agencies to refer complainants to the appropriate jurisdiction.

General knowledge of: federal and State laws pertaining to the program area.

Ability to: analyze program records and reports; make oral group presentations to provide information and explain procedures, policies and laws pertaining to the program area; read and interpret contracts and legal documents in relation to program area; work independently and as part of a team; review and analyze information received from businesses, complainants and governmental agencies; conduct interviews both in person and by phone to ascertain factual information; mediate and negotiate resolution between contending parties; maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference and hostility.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

State Holidays

State holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The Following Are Legal Holidays

• January 1.............................................. New Year's Day
• Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
• Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday
• Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
• June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
• July 4.................................................... Independence Day
• First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
• Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
• November 11........................................ Veterans' Day
• Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
• Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
• December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

01

Do you have any of the following?

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, political science, psychology, social work, business administration or other discipline related to the assignment and one year of investigative experience as an investigator in a specified program area where standard investigative techniques were utilized to make program compliance determinations and prepare detailed reports for the purpose of justifying administrative sanctions, penalties or criminal prosecution. Work experience may be obtained in a law enforcement, investigative, regulatory or compliance setting.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of experience as described above.
• One year of experience as a Compliance Investigator 1 in Nevada State service.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
• None of the above.

02

A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.