Investigator III

DelDOT; Dover (DE); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JobAps in Dover, DE seeks an experienced POST/DPAC Investigator III to conduct investigations into alleged or probable violations within law enforcement agencies. The role involves collecting and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reporting findings to authorities.

Strong knowledge of state and federal laws, excellent written and oral communication, and the ability to work with diverse populations are essential.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing investigations.
• Two years’ experience in conducting investigations including interviewing to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence, and documenting findings.
• Two years’ experience in collecting, evaluating and analyzing relevant information to make recommendations on alleged or probable violations.
• One year of experience in civil, criminal or administrative proceedings such as providing testimony before boards/commissions/authorities, preparing evidence/sworn statements, or managing and prioritizing cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations of alleged or probable violations by identifying, obtaining, verifying, and analyzing relevant information or evidence.
• Collect, control, and evaluate evidence such as physical, financial, background, and other records and documents.
• Formulate questions and conduct interviews to obtain information and ascertain facts from witnesses, complainants, victims or other parties.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Make judgments after evaluating all facts and recommend action to authorities, and may take enforcement action as necessary.
• Use information systems and the internet to research, document, verify and report on investigative data.
• Document details of calls, emails, inquiries, interviews, and other interactions; respond to hotlines.
• Prepare and submit investigative reports documenting findings, supporting facts, and actions taken.
• Testify and present evidence before boards, commissions, administrative bodies, or courts.
• Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public.
• Communicate effectively across cultures and diverse groups.
• May conduct surveillance, undercover investigations, and on-site inspections; may make arrests or obtain warrants.
• May recommend subpoenas for information.

Skills

Investigations planning

Interviewing & evidence gathering

Legal/compliance analysis

Report writing & testimony

Job description

Summary Statement

The POST/DPAC Investigator III conducts investigations of alleged or probable violations or compliance issues within law enforcement agencies by identifying, obtaining, verifying, and analyzing relevant information or evidence.

Essential Functions

• Conducts investigations of alleged or probable violations or compliance issues by identifying, obtaining, verifying, and analyzing relevant information or evidence.
• Collects, controls, and evaluates evidence such as physical, financial, background, and other records, documents and items.
• Formulates questions and conducts interviews to obtain information and ascertain facts from witnesses, complainants, victims or other parties.
• Interprets, explains and ensures compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Makes judgments after evaluating all available facts and recommends appropriate action to authorities, commissions, or technical supervisors, and may take enforcement action as necessary.
• Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems, computer software, and the internet to research, document, verify and report on investigative/intelligence data and related information.
• Documents details of all calls, emails, inquiries, interviews, and other interactions during the investigation and may be assigned to respond to hotlines.
• Prepares and submits investigative reports that clearly and accurately document findings, supporting facts, and action taken.
• Testifies and presents evidence before boards, commissions, administrative bodies, or courts.
• Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication.
• Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.
• May conduct surveillance, undercover investigations, and on-site inspections on assigned cases; and may make arrests or obtain search warrants pertaining to an investigation.
• May make recommendations to subpoena information.

Job Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• One year of experience in planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing investigations.
• Two years’ experience in conducting investigations which may include conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence, and documenting findings.
• Two years’ experience in collecting, evaluating and analyzing relevant information to make recommendations on alleged or probable violations of state or federal laws, rules and regulations.
• One year of experience in civil, criminal or administrative proceedings such as providing testimony before boards/commissions/authorities, preparing evidence/sworn statements, or managing and prioritizing cases.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hire's Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

A satisfactory fingerprint-based background check administered by the Delaware State Police is required as a Condition of Hire.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/.

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232‑5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739‑5458 or email [e-mail]. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.