Investigations Manager - 7022007

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Revenue in Missouri is seeking an Investigation Manager to lead the Criminal Tax Investigation Bureau, directing and coordinating complex cases and ensuring compliance with state laws. You will mentor agents, develop investigative strategies, review reports, and work with other agencies while exercising initiative and strategic thinking.

This role offers opportunities for professional development and the ability to choose your duty location within Missouri, with a strong focus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Public Admin, Criminal Justice or related area.
• Four or more years of civil, administrative, or criminal investigative experience.
• 24 graduate credit hours may substitute for up to one year of experience; two years may substitute for one year of college.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all Bureau Agents who perform criminal, civil and administrative investigations.
• Assist the Bureau Administrator to plan, develop, and administer investigative strategies and case work.
• Directs, trains, and evaluates investigative staff assigned to a regional office or statewide program.
• Coordinates and oversees assigned staff investigations; provides direction and consultative assistance.
• Directs, or participates in, complex and/or highly sensitive investigations.
• Coordinates program activities with staff, law enforcement, prosecutors, and other entities.
• Reviews all reports and conducts statistical analysis of investigative trends.
• Oversees evidence collection and chain of custody; ensures training for staff.
• Plan and participate in training sessions; exercises independence and initiative.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Self-Directed

Clear Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice or related area

Job description

Department of Revenue

DOR VISION: To establish an environment that fosters confidence and trust by successfully utilizing technology, employing resources, and meeting customer needs.

How This Position Supports The Department’s Vision

The Investigation Manager helps support the Department’s vision by providing management work in the direction, planning, analysis and coordination of services in the Criminal Tax Investigation Bureau. This includes the collection of state taxes and the enforcement of related laws. Direction is received from a designated administrative superior who reviews work through conferences, reports, and evaluation of operational importance and results; however, the employee is expected to exercise considerable initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assignments. This position affords the opportunity for experience with a number of tax types, professional career development of others, and valuable training and mentoring. Additionally, the selected candidate will have the ability to choose the location of duty as indicated above.

Investigations Manager

Department of Revenue

DOR VISION: To establish an environment that fosters confidence and trust by successfully utilizing technology, employing resources, and meeting customer needs.

How This Position Supports The Department’s Vision

The Investigation Manager helps support the Department’s vision by providing management work in the direction, planning, analysis and coordination of services in the Criminal Tax Investigation Bureau. This includes the collection of state taxes and the enforcement of related laws. Direction is received from a designated administrative superior who reviews work through conferences, reports, and evaluation of operational importance and results; however, the employee is expected to exercise considerable initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assignments. This position affords the opportunity for experience with a number of tax types, professional career development of others, and valuable training and mentoring. Additionally, the selected candidate will have the ability to choose the location of duty as indicated above.

Duties Performed To Support The Department’s Vision

• Supervises all Bureau Agents who perform criminal, civil and administrative investigations.
• Assist the Bureau Administrator to plan, develop, and administer investigative strategies and case work.
• Directs, trains, and evaluates investigative staff assigned to a regional investigative office, or serves as the overall assistant in a statewide investigative program.
• Coordinates and oversees assigned staff investigations; provides direction and consultative assistance in the development, conduct, and completion of investigations.
• Directs, or participates in, complex and/or highly sensitive criminal, civil, or administrative investigations.
• Coordinates program activities with staff, law enforcement agencies, prosecuting attorneys’ offices, and other governmental entities in the conduct of investigative and surveillance activities and identifies and addresses concerns within the assigned region or area.
• Reviews all reports completed by the investigators concerning case status, investigative findings, and recommendations for submission to prosecuting attorneys or administrative superiors.
• Conducts statistical analysis of investigative trends/data and prepares reports for findings.
• Oversees the collection, documentation, and preservation of evidence; and ensures adherence to chain of custody standards.
• Plan and participate in training sessions necessary for the Agents to maintain their investigative skills and certifications.
• Exercises considerable independence and initiative in the performance of responsibilities; receives general administrative direction.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Core Compentencies Needed

• Strategic Thinking
• Effective Writing
• Attention to Detail
• Computer Literacy
• Self-Directed
• Clear Communication

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice or related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college or university with a preferred minimum of 15 earned credit hours in one or a combination of the following areas: accounting, finances, tax, banking, marketing, economics, auditing, operations management, statistics, or a closely related area.
• Four or more years of civil, administrative, or criminal investigative (non-clerical) experience (e.g., tax fraud, licensing, client care, public assistance, financial reporting, insurance, securities or a closely related area); or experience as a white-collar crime investigator with responsibility for conducting financial investigations.
• 24 earned graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience. Two years of qualifying experience may substitute for one year of college education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership and management skills of diverse and complex operations, including strategic planning.
• Ability to develop and utilize data and metrics to evaluate and measure performance and deliverables.
• Knowledge of Missouri laws, regulations, and the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of Missouri state government agencies and programs.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift or time-of-service pay).

Please Direct Any Questions About This Position To

The Missouri Department of Revenue Human Resources office at [phone].

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.