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Maricopa County, Arizona

Investigator Professional Standards Bureau

Maricopa County, Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85001

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Investigator

The Investigator in the Professional Standards Bureau of the Sheriff's Office performs specialized comprehensive investigations of cases involving allegations of employee misconduct and critical incidents involving Office personnel. This position plays an integral role in maintaining compliance with all related rules, regulations, laws, and Office Policies, and advanced knowledge of criminal law is a requirement. Maricopa County Sheriff's Office invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency where we come together as a team to support and provide public safety. Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Three (3) years of related investigative experience OR Post-secondary education in Criminal Justice may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience. Other requirements: Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire. Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS

IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA. Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass an extensive background and a polygraph. Our Preferred Candidate has: Prior investigative experience specific to workplace misconduct. Bilingual in English/Spanish. Compensation

Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO: Growth and stability since 1871 Choice of three medical plans

starting as low as $70/month Holidays

10/year + 1 personal day Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption) 10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcoming MCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees Access to free County gyms Essential Job Tasks

This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned: Conducts comprehensive investigations of cases alleging misconduct by Office personnel in accordance with Policy GH-2, Internal Investigations. Interviews employees, complainants, and witnesses; obtains and reviews evidence as needed. Prepares investigative reports and maintains case files. Maintains ongoing communication with supervisor on the status of all investigations to ensure cases are reviewed in detail and maintain compliance. Provides recommendations for investigative closure of allegations as unfounded, exonerated, sustained, or not sustained. Communicates with complainants regularly to keep them informed of the status of the investigations. Conducts thorough and complete investigations of all critical incidents involving Office personnel and presents facts to the Critical Incident Review Board. Interacts with other governmental and law enforcement agencies. Provides information that represents the findings of administrative investigations factually. Comprehends and maintains a strong working knowledge of applicable criminal law in addition to Office Policies, Procedures, and Court Orders. Attends and testifies in court proceedings as required. Maintains all County issued equipment. Travels offsite to meet with employees and civilians to gather evidence as necessary. Completes annual and mandatory training as specified in Office Policy. Attends quarterly community meetings; interacts with the public, answers questions, and receives comments, concerns, complaints and commendations regarding Office personnel. Working Conditions

Work occurs primarily indoors in an office setting. Position involves managing frequent interruptions, time pressures, and high work volumes. Responsibilities require concentration, accuracy, ethical conduct and a professional demeanor. Indoors Rarely outdoors or in temperatures above 90 degrees or below 40 degrees Frequently in confined areas Conditions may rarely include smoke/dust, wet/damp areas, stairs or ladders Sitting, standing, walking Driving a vehicle Speaking, hearing, seeing, reading Distinguishing colors Bending/kneeling, reaching Twisting, climbing, crawling Crouching, balancing Time pressures High volume of work Handling multiple or complicated tasks Accuracy Decision making Concentration/vigilance Teamwork Working in close physical proximity with others Conditions frequently include interruptions, unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, public contact, overtime/rotating shifts Conditions may rarely include emergencies, dangerous environment, traumatic subject matter Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: Methodology and techniques of performing investigations. Arizona Revised Statutes. Court Orders. Skill in: Interviewing and using interrogation techniques. Collecting and analyzing complex data. Documenting information clearly and factually. Applying logic to evaluate conflicting information. Assessing documents for accuracy and legal compliance. Ability to: De-escalate conflict and diffuse stressful situations. Communicate effectively in verbal and written format as appropriate for the audience. Interact professionally with all levels of employees, the public, and other agencies. Interview diverse individuals and groups to gather details. Maintain updated knowledge of legal compliance needs and understand the implications of new information. Selection Procedure

The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs. All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate, up to midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity and budgetary allowances. Only the most qualified candidates will be considered. Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications. Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile. Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive. Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.