INVESTIGATOR II - HILO, HAWAII ISLAND

State of Hawaiʻi; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

The State of Hawaii, Department of the Attorney General, Child Support Enforcement Agency in Hilo, Hawaii Island, is seeking an Investigator II. The position is permanent full-time with a starting salary of $4,725 per month.

As an advanced trainee in the Investigator series, you will perform and supervise investigations, gather information, interview subjects, and prepare clear reports under limited supervision, with gradual responsibility as experience grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional investigative experience demonstrating initiative, ingenuity, resourcefulness, and judgment.
• Substitutions described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise investigations of civil, administrative, and criminal matters.
• Gather information, interview people, and prepare reports.
• Learn and apply investigative principles under supervision as experience grows.

Skills

Investigative experience

Analytical thinking

Written reports

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number 26-0355

The current vacancy position is a permanent full-time position with the Department of the Attorney General, Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA) located in Hilo, Hawaii Island. Salary: $4,725 per month (SR-18, Step D)

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Duties Summary

Positions in the Investigator series perform and/or supervise investigations concerned with suspected or actual violations of civil, administrative and/or criminal laws, rules, regulations or other legal requirements.

Investigator II Level

Performs a limited range of investigative activities in the prevention and detection of violations of laws, rules and regulations falling within an agency's jurisdiction; gathers information; prepares reports; and performs other related duties as assigned.

As the advanced trainee, assignments are limited in nature and scope. Positions in this class work with higher level investigators and may be assigned segments of investigative cases. Investigators at this level observe higher level investigators, study assigned case materials, interview people to verify facts or obtain specific information, secure documentary evidence and learn and apply investigative principles and techniques, all in preparation for work at higher levels. Close supervision is received on unusual or difficult assignments, with supervision and guidance gradually diminishing as the investigator gains experience. Completed work is reviewed for technical accuracy and adequacy and to assess the investigator's work progress.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Legal Authorization To Work

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Basic Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Specialized Experience

• Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional investigative experience which demonstrated:

• Initiative, ingenuity, resourcefulness, and judgment required to collect, assemble, and develop facts and other pertinent data;
• Ability to think logically and objectively, to analyze and evaluate facts, evidence and related information, and arrive at sound conclusions;
• Skill in written and oral reports and presentation of investigative findings in a clear and concise manner; and
• Tact, discretion, and capacity for obtaining the cooperation and confidence of others.

Substitutions Allowed

Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.

Driver's License

Some positions require possession of a valid driver's license at the time of appointment. The current vacancy position has this requirement.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
• Paid Vacation: You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match – 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation.
• Paid Sick Leave: You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation – 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations.
• Other Leaves: Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.
• Health Insurance: The State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
• Transportation Benefits: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
• Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Promotions & Transfers: For employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch.
• Training & Continuing Education: The State supports developmental activities related to an employee's work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.
• Travel Expenses: The State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.
• Incentive & Service Awards: The State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.