INVESTIGATOR V (NARCOTICS ENFORCEMENT DIVISION) - DOWNTOWN, OAHU

State-of-Hawai; Hawaii; On-site; USD 74,652 - 90,816; Full time

Job summary

State-of-Hawai in Hawaii is seeking an Investigator V to plan, organize, and coordinate complex investigations within the N Arcotics Enforcement Division. The role involves handling cases related to illicit drugs, issuing warrants, making arrests, and collaborating with prosecutors and other agencies.

The position is based in Downtown, offers permanent, full-time employment, and pays a monthly salary of $6,221 to $7,568, with the potential for various allowances and overtime as per state

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Three and one-half years of specialized investigative experience with demonstrated data collection and analysis.
• Ability to prepare investigative reports and present findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate investigations related to controlled substances and other offenses.
• Gather, preserve, and present evidence; serve warrants and make arrests as required.
• Coordinate with prosecutors and testify as an expert witness in court.

Skills

Initiative

Analytical thinking

Written reports

Oral communication

Interview techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Recruitment Number 26-0297

The current vacancy positions are for permanent, full-time positions located in Downtown.

THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 40 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.

Salary: $6,221 to $7,568 per month (SR-24, Step D to I).

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

The Investigator V level plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of an investigative agency concerned with civil, administrative and/or criminal investigations falling within its respective jurisdiction, where violations investigated are related to a specific program area, e.g., welfare fraud, etc., or conducts civil, administrative and/or criminal investigations falling within a variety of jurisdictions, such as the Executive, Legislative or Judicial Branches, State departments or agencies, county and federal governments and regulatory boards and commissions, where violations or circumstances investigated are related to a broad variety of program areas, and are not limited to a specific program area (welfare fraud, controlled substances, etc.), like that of lower investigator levels; and performs other related duties as assigned.

The current vacancy positions are located in the N Arcotics Enforcement Division (NED), Office of the Deputy Director for the Department of Law Enforcement (DLE).

These positions have been granted police enforcement powers to execute the duties and responsibilities in accordance with Chapter 353C-4, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS).

These positions are responsible for the enforcement of the provisions of the Uniform Controlled Substance Act and the investigation of offenses of Part IV, Chapter 712, HRS, by conducting criminal investigations related to illicit drugs and clandestine laboratories which unlawfully manufacture controlled substances and precursor chemicals.

The duties and responsibilities of this level include undercover activities using informants; gathering of evidence and ensuring its proper handling; case preparation; serving warrants; making arrests; providing assistance to the US Attorney, the Attorney General or City and County Prosecutors Offices in preparing cases for indictment and appearing in court as an expert witness; and preparing investigative reports for criminal prosecution.

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: Three and one-half (3-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional investigative experience which demonstrated:
  • A. Initiative, ingenuity, resourcefulness, and judgment required to collect, assemble, and develop facts and other pertinent data;
  • B. The ability to think logically and objectively, to analyze and evaluate facts, evidence and related information, and arrive at sound conclusions;
  • C. Skill in written and oral reports and presentation of investigative findings in a clear and concise manner; and
  • D. Tact, discretion, and capacity for obtaining the cooperation and confidence of others.
• Quality of Experience: At least one (1) year of Specialized Experience must have been comparable in scope, complexity and responsibility to work experience characteristic of the Investigator IV class of work in State service.
• Investigator IV positions referenced above consist of the following types:
  • A. An investigator independently performing the full range of investigations within an agency's jurisdiction where the work regularly is of a complex nature and in which the violations are related to a specific program area;
  • B. One of two investigators who are responsible for the small investigative program in an agency, without higher level investigative supervisory guidance;
  • C. The working supervisory investigator in an agency where investigations are carried out according to standard policies and procedures, from planning through fact-finding to reporting the results of the investigations.
• Selective Certification Requirement (Narcotics Investigation and Enforcement Experience): In order to effectively perform these duties and responsibilities, applicants must possess demonstrated knowledge of procedures and practices pertinent to conducting criminal investigations; rules and procedures of legal evidence; interviewing and interrogation methods and techniques; search and seizure laws; laws of arrest; investigative report writing techniques; techniques and equipment used in surveillance; proper use of force, including deadly force; the penal code; and the ability to plan and effectively interview witnesses and interrogate suspects. In addition, applicants must possess demonstrated knowledge of and the ability to properly use firearms; and possess a certificate of completion from a formal law enforcement academy.
• Certification of Eligibles: Therefore, certification of eligibles for these positions shall be restricted to applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the class Investigator V, AND:
  • A. Meet all State and Federal requirements applicable to the carrying, possession and use of firearms and ammunition;
  • B. Possess demonstrated knowledge of and ability to properly use firearms;
  • C. Possess a certificate of completion from a formal law enforcement academy;
  • D. Of the three and one-half (3-1/2) years of Specialized Experience required for the class Investigator V, applicants must possess TWO (2) years of professional experience which involved conducting narcotics investigations and enforcement actions on a statewide basis, including criminal investigations related to illicit drugs and clandestine laboratories which unlawfully manufacture controlled substances and precursor chemicals, the illegal diversion of controlled substances, etc.
• Supervisory Aptitude: Supervisory aptitude rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted. This requirement will be considered to have been met when there is strong affirmative evidence of the necessary supervisory abilities and/or potential.
• Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.
• Special Requirements: These positions require that applicants meet all Federal and State requirements applicable to the carrying, possession and use of firearms and ammunition; and possess demonstrated knowledge of and ability to properly use firearms. Applicants may not possess a conviction of domestic violence.
• Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
• Other Requirements: All applicants who are conditionally offered employment or conditionally approved for movement into one of these positions shall be subject to drug screening, as required by Federal, State or local laws, or departmental policy; and will be subject to an intensive background check. Drug testing must be paid for by the applicant.

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.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) 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.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS: The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION: The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.

Important Information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.