JOB TITLE: SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR 2

JOB CODE: 70820

DEFINITION: This is advanced technical criminal or civil investigation work of a confidential nature.

An employee in this job is responsible for conducting difficult and complex criminal or civil investigation work, frequently as a team leader, in connection with unusual and highly sensitive cases of alleged violations of state laws, regulations, or statutes. Work involves utilizing scientific and technical processes and methods of investigation to obtain information and evidence. Work includes cases which usually have broad administrative or political implications in the state government. Employees are responsible for determining the course and scope of investigations and use independent judgement in carrying out assignments when in the field. Employees may be responsible for assigning and directing the activities of personnel from other agencies as well as lower-level investigators. Work is performed independently under the direction of an administrative supervisor and is reviewed through conferences and reports.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (NOTE: The examples of work are representative of the work, but every position classified to this job may not perform all examples of work listed. Conversely, this is not an all-inclusive list of work examples.)

• Collects, evaluates, and develops evidence and prepares it for orderly presentation.

• Receives complaints and analyzes the facts involved to determine the course and scope of an investigation.

• Recommends changes in agency administrative operations to prevent future violations.

• Conducts difficult or complex investigations into suspected violations of theft, fraud, abuse, forgery, or misrepresentations.

• Examines bank records, tax returns, and all apparent and concealed liabilities and assets to determine financial background.

• Directs lower-level investigators and personnel from other state agencies necessary to the investigation.

• Confers with governmental officials concerning the conduct and scope of investigations.

• Analyzes documents, obtains handwriting and typing specimens, and prepares graphs for court presentation.

• Uses technical investigative apparatuses, such as electronic and photographic equipment of all types.

• Appears in court and testifies as a witness.

• Prepares summary reports on investigations.

• Performs related work as required.

ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and methods of criminal, civil, or administrative investigations and law enforcement.

• Knowledge of the rules of evidence.

• Knowledge of the applicable statutes, court decisions, interpretations, and administrative rulings pertaining to violations of state laws.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting.

• Knowledge of the appropriate use and care of firearms.

• Knowledge of the use and functionality of Microsoft Office Suite software.

• Ability to establish facts through personal contact, observation, and the examination of records.

• Ability to use technical investigation equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally.

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: (NOTE: Based on the Entry Level Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.)

• Four years of professional experience in criminal, civil, or administrative investigation work, and a bachelor's degree;

or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training.