Professional Conduct Investigator 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Dunmore (Lackawanna County); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Professional Conduct Investigator 1 in Scranton to investigate complaints, review compliance, and support statewide enforcement. The role involves conducting investigations, inspections, gathering evidence, and preparing detailed reports, with opportunities for part-time telework and a standard 8:30 AM–5:00 PM schedule.

Qualifications include years of investigative experience or an equivalent combination, plus a valid driver’s license and PA

Qualifications

• Two years as a Regulatory Enforcement Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of investigative experience; or
• One year of investigative experience and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that included one year of investigative experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Investigations: Examine allegations involving violations of laws, rules, and regulations
• Perform Inspections: Inspect sites to determine compliance and document findings through clear reports
• Gather Evidence: Collect information through interviews, observations, and detailed fact gathering
• Apply Regulations: Interpret and apply laws and standards to each investigation
• Prepare Reports: Write complete and accurate reports that explain investigative findings
• Support Hearings: Appear as a witness during hearings and provide testimony on case findings

Job description

The Professional Conduct Investigator 1 position with the Bureau of Enforcement and Investigation offers an exciting chance to support fair and responsible practices across the Commonwealth. This role gives you the opportunity to build strong investigative skills while helping protect the public. You will work with a variety of agencies and gain valuable experience in the field.

This position focuses on investigating complaints, reviewing compliance, and supporting statewide enforcement activities. As a Professional Conduct Investigator 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Conduct Investigations: Examine allegations involving violations of laws, rules, and regulations
• Perform Inspections: Inspect sites to determine compliance and document findings through clear reports
• Gather Evidence: Collect information through interviews, observations, and detailed fact gathering
• Apply Regulations: Interpret and apply laws and standards to each investigation
• Prepare Reports: Write complete and accurate reports that explain investigative findings
• Support Hearings: Appear as a witness during hearings and provide testimony on case findings

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time at the discretion of the program area and supervisors based on operational needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Scranton. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years as a Regulatory Enforcement Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of investigative experience; or
• One year of investigative experience and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that included one year of investigative experience.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position also requires possession of a valid Class C Driver's License.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.