COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR 2

State of Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Retirement: PERS

Deferred Compensation

No Nevada state income tax

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Longevity pay

Job summary

The Department of Business and Industry in Nevada is seeking a Compliance Investigator 2 for the Housing Division in Las Vegas. The role enforces regulations across manufactured housing, commercial coaches, factory-built and modular buildings, conducting investigations, gathering evidence, and preparing reports for appropriate action.

Must have a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience with investigative background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, political science, psychology, social work, business administration or related discipline with one year investigative experience in a compliant program area.
• Alternatively high school diploma with three years investigative/compliance experience; OR one year as Compliance Investigator I in Nevada State service; OR equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive complaints and determine possible program violations and jurisdiction; gather and analyze background information and facts.
• Conduct interviews with complainants, witnesses, employers, agencies, and other sources to obtain information on violations.
• Prepare forms/ notices; review responses and discuss with parties.
• Gather evidence and develop trends; conduct surveillance and subpoenas as needed.
• Develop case files and logs; prepare final reports for litigation or resolution.
• Coordinate informal resolutions; negotiate final agreements and monitor compliance.
• Prepare investigative reports and present findings/testimony as required.
• Maintain logs and statistics on cases, dispositions, and fieldwork.
• Conduct training programs on agency services, rules and regulations.
• May conduct investigations of business activities to ensure compliance.
• Perform related duties; work with a journey-level independence in investigative unit.

Job description

• No Nevada state income tax.

Job Summary

The Department of Business and Industry is recruiting to fill a Compliance Investigator 2 position within the Housing Division in Las Vegas. The incumbent will be responsible for enforcing regulations, policies, and procedures governing Manufactured Housing, Commercial Coaches, Factory-Built Buildings, and Modular Buildings. They conduct investigations, evaluate complaints, gather and analyze evidence, prepare reports, support compliance efforts, and assist with program administration. They also work collaboratively with internal staff, external agencies, and the public to promote safety, regulatory compliance, and effective program management.

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

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.

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.

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).

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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