Senior Internal Affairs Manager & Compliance

State of Arkansas; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 68,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas seeks an Internal Affairs Manager to oversee investigations into misconduct, corruption, or policy violations within the agency. You will ensure accountability, integrity, and transparency in law enforcement operations and government practices.

You will conduct and supervise investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare reports for senior leadership. Collaboration with legal teams, other agencies, and oversight boards is essential, with confidentiality

Qualifications

• Experience conducting or overseeing investigations involving misconduct in correctional or public safety settings.
• Experience supervising investigators, assigning cases, monitoring deadlines, and coaching staff.
• Experience testifying in administrative hearings, disciplinary proceedings or court.
• Experience reviewing investigative reports for accuracy, completeness, impartiality, supporting evidence, and consistency with applicable policies.
• Experience working joint investigations with outside law enforcement agencies and prosecutors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, oversee, and review internal investigations into alleged misconduct, including excessive force, ethical violations, and other infractions.
• Gather and analyze evidence, interview witnesses, and compile reports for review by senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with state laws, agency policies, and professional standards in all investigations.
• Collaborate with legal teams, law enforcement agencies, and oversight boards when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive investigations and protect whistleblower identities.
• Review, recommend, and update policies and procedures related to internal investigations and disciplinary actions.
• Advise leadership on best practices for ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and prevent misconduct within the agency.
• Provide guidance and training to officers and staff on ethical standards, policy compliance, and professional conduct.
• Supervise and mentor internal affairs investigators and support personnel.
• Prepare detailed reports, summaries, and recommendations on investigation findings for agency leadership.
• Track and analyze trends in misconduct complaints to identify systemic issues and recommend improvements.
• Testify in administrative hearings, disciplinary proceedings, or court cases when necessary.

Skills

Investigations oversight

Team supervision

Testimony

Report review

Inter-agency cooperation

Job description

The State of Arkansas seeks an Internal Affairs Manager to oversee investigations into misconduct, corruption, or policy violations within the agency. You will ensure accountability, integrity, and transparency in law enforcement operations and government practices.

You will conduct and supervise investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare reports for senior leadership. Collaboration with legal teams, other agencies, and oversight boards is essential, with confidentiality