INVESTIGATOR MARICOPA COUNTY - WEST VALLEY

Arizona Department of Child Safety; Glendale (AZ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is seeking an Investigator for Maricopa County to handle sensitive child welfare cases. The role involves investigating allegations of child abuse, conducting interviews, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates must have relevant experience and skills in investigative techniques and communication. The position offers competitive hourly pay and additional benefits, including paid leave and insurance.

Benefits

Paid leave

Insurance

Retirement

Bilingual stipends

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in crimes against children or sex crimes.
• 18 months as Investigative DCS Specialist or similar agency.

Responsibilities

• Investigate reports of child abuse and neglect.
• Conduct interviews and document findings.
• Testify in court regarding investigations.

Skills

Public relations

Communication

Interviewing

Investigative techniques

Identifying abuse

Report writing

Working with diverse populations

Education

Two years of law enforcement experience

18 months as Investigative DCS Specialist

Job description

INVESTIGATOR MARICOPA COUNTY - WEST VALLEY

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY

The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to partner with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona’s children through prevention, services, and support.

INVESTIGATOR

OFFICE OF CHILD WELFARE INVESTIGATIONS

Job Location:

Maricopa County - Phoenix and Goodyear

Posting Details

Hourly Salary: $29.0866

Grade: 20; Open Until Filled; Applications Reviewed Daily

Job Summary

The Child Welfare Investigative Specialist investigates reports of criminal conduct involving allegations of felony child abuse and/or neglect, which may have resulted in serious injury or death of a child. Responsibilities include conducting home visits, documenting interviews, testifying in court, and assisting staff with registries and databases. The role requires independent judgment within supervision and adherence to county investigation protocols.

Job Duties

• Assess, respond to, and investigate criminal conduct reports, collaborating with stakeholders, generated by the Child Abuse Hotline
• Conduct interviews, gather documents, and record interactions in the Statewide Automated - Child Welfare Information Systems
• Testify in court about investigations
• Support cases involving severe child abuse or death; employ sensitive investigation techniques
• Participate in meetings, including high-profile staffing
• Perform additional related duties

Knowledge of

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Arizona laws on Special Victims, Forensics, Homicide, Domestic Violence, Missing Persons, or related law enforcement areas
• Multidisciplinary approaches, including Child and Family Advocacy Centers
• Child Welfare practices and policies on child abuse and neglect
• High-profile, complex, and sensitive investigation techniques

Skills in

• Public relations and communication
• Interviewing children and families
• Investigative techniques and family engagement
• Identifying abuse and neglect
• Verbal and written communication
• Report writing
• Working with diverse populations

Abilities to

• Conduct sensitive investigations
• Handle confidential situations
• Testify in court
• Document investigations thoroughly
• Recognize issues early and respond appropriately
• Share investigative knowledge
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving
• Travel within the state

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Two years of law enforcement or investigative experience in crimes against children or sex crimes; OR
• 18 months as an Investigative DCS Specialist with AZ Department of Child Safety or similar agency

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check. Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card are required. In-state travel and use of personal transportation may be necessary, with mileage reimbursement possible.

All new hires must complete E-Verify. Additional benefits include paid leave, insurance, retirement, and more. Bilingual stipends are available for qualifying employees.