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THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS REHABILITATION & REENTRY Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness. CRIMINAL SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR (Police Detective) Job Location: Address: OFFICE INSPECTOR GENERAL Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Perryville 2455 North Citrus Road Goodyear, Arizona 85338 Posting Details: Salary: $66,597.00 Grade: 21 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Job Summary: The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking to hire a qualified Criminal Special Investigator to join our law enforcement agency. Under the direction of a Special Investigations Supervisor, this position will investigate alleged suspected criminal violations of Federal, State, or local laws to determine if the evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution. Apply today! Job Duties: Investigates/processes crime scenes, compiles investigative findings and presents findings in reports, testifies in administrative and criminal proceedings Searches for evidence and collects, records, and submits evidence for analysis Performs executive protection, conducts threat assessment investigations, gathers intelligence, and criminal trends Provides advance notice to supervisor, affected persons or agencies of impending situations having a potential risk of harm or adverse effect to the security of the Departments operations Develops and uses informants or other sources to get leads to information relating to criminal activity, gang activity, and absconded felons Maintains surveillance and performs undercover assignments, debrief of previously validated Security Threat Group (STG) members Compiles trend analysis, reports, threat assessments certifications of groups and members Makes decisions concerning the validation process of STG members, appeals and court proceedings Obtains/verifies evidence or establishes facts by interviewing, observing, and interrogating suspects and witnesses and analyzing records Obtains and executes search and arrest warrants Assist with state, county, federal and municipal agencies and other department units with investigations of all types of crimes Attends AZPOST continuing and proficiency training to maintain peace officer certification Attends annual Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) training/meetings Drives on State business with possible overnight stays Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment as police officer Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: Federal, State, and Agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and codes governing investigations and law enforcement operations as they apply to the investigative processes Investigative and interviewing techniques and terminology, principles and practices of case management, rules and traditions History of prison gangs within the State Inmate management and supervision techniques and strategies Personal computers and software, as well as specialized systems used in law enforcement Skill in: Applying techniques and methods of work management Applying and interpreting Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, codes and policies governing investigation and law enforcement functions Investigative and law enforcement techniques and methods Written and verbal communication, including proper sentence structure, grammar and punctuation Building and maintaining interpersonal relationships Organization and time management Public speaking and presentation Report writing Ability to: Lift/Carry up to 100+ lbs. Push/Pull up to 100+ lbs. Walk/Run up to 1.00+ miles Effectively communicate ideas, techniques, and information to coworkers, management, and judicial entities Review investigative case files for accuracy Establish cooperative relationships with other law enforcement agencies and outside entities Conduct surveillance Maintain confidentiality Compose written documents and reports Selective Preference(s): At least one (1) year of work experience in another law enforcement agency conducting criminal investigations. AZPOST full-authority peace officer certification through completion of a qualified POST secondary certification course of study through a community college or Arizona law enforcement academy Pre-Employment Requirements: An active Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) certification is required within one year of appointment. For driving or vehicle use, employees must possess a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. Employees who drive on state business must maintain acceptable driving records and statutory liability insurance. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation, drug test, medical/physical examination, polygraph exam, and psychological evaluation. All employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and yearly thereafter. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child Robust and affordable insurance plan including medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options Exceptional retirement program Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page. Retirement: Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP). Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above. As a condition of participation in the CORP, you will be required to undergo a medical evaluation. Contact Us: The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona State Government

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