CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR 3 APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $75,376.80 to $113,294.88 PAY GRADE: 41 For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.JOB INFORMATION Work Type: A Permanent, full time vacancyDepartment: Secretary of State (http://sos.state.nv.us) Division: Secretary of State Location: Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson Job Class Code: 13.243 RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Announcement Number: 47458 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 05/16/2024 Close Date: 05/31/2024 Recruiter: ADRIAN FOSTER Phone: (702)486-2911 Email: [email protected] Applications accepted for another 13 Days 23 Hrs 6 Mins The PositionCriminal Investigators perform criminal investigations involving violations of federal and/or State law. The investigative process is initiated following a formal request for services or as a coordinated effort with federal, State, or local law enforcement and criminal justice agencies. Criminal Investigators utilize standard investigative and law enforcement techniques. Incumbents are assigned responsibility for investigative assignments or functions within an enforcement area (e.g., task force, general investigations unit). Positions at this level receive general supervision from a Supervising Investigator. Work is reviewed through case reports, activity reports, meetings and as the need arises. Assignments are performed independently or require providing direction to lower level investigators assigned to the case. Under direction from the Chief Criminal Investigator, the incumbent will review information and conduct background investigations to determine validity of information and appropriate use of sources; conduct interviews with individuals, witnesses, suspects and criminal justice agency officials, and other sources to obtain information regarding the criminal investigation; and gather and preserve evidence, execute search warrants, take photographs, document information, transport, secure, and analyze evidence by following proper evidentiary procedure.Incumbents establish an investigative plan including identifying and interviewing witnesses, identifying untrue statements; identifying company and assets owned or listed in sales literature; determining evidence needed to prove case; and identifying any additional jurisdictional issues. In addition, investigators prepare, obtain and execute legal documents such as affidavits, search warrants, arrest warrants, and subpoenas in support of the criminal justice process and criminal prosecution; and prepare detailed investigative reports of the investigative process in a chronological order to include violations committed, documented evidence, witness statements and provide testimony in a court of law. Additionally, Investigators are tasked with assisting the agency with public outreach, via public speaking presentations on specific subject matter pertinent to the agency and its missions. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLETo see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/ClassSpecifications-130/ To Qualify:In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, police science, psychology, business administration, or closely related field and three years of criminal investigative or law enforcement experience involving standard investigative and enforcement techniques utilized to enforce federal and State laws, preparation of detailed investigative reports, and implementation of agency program goals and objectives. Work experience may be obtained in a law enforcement, investigative, or comparable setting; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and five years of experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Criminal Investigator II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.Special NotesApplicant must meet current Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code.
A quarterly qualifying score of 70 or better with a firearm will be required.
Incumbents must obtain and maintain POST Category I certification as a condition of continuing employment, except positions assigned to the Secretary of State's Office and the Department of Corrections that must obtain and maintain a minimum of POST Category II certification as a condition of continuing employment.Special RequirementsApplicants must submit to a background, medical, polygraph, and psychological evaluation prior to employment.
A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant.
A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required.
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.govPublic Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.orgPublic Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.usMore Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EBREFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here:Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to:Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868 Division of Human Resource Management Southern Nevada 7251 Amigo St, Suite 120 Las Vegas, NV 89119TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868 To begin the application process, click on the Apply button. Click Cancel to return to the previous page.