Institutional Investigator ERDCC

Job Description:

Institutional Investigator ERDCC

Description

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.

We offer great benefits!Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program

Conducts investigations of suspected violations and incidents; interviews staff, victims, and witnesses to obtain evidence and write case summaries

Compiles and analyzes: information regarding victims, witnesses, and persons suspected of violating statutes, policies and/or procedures, or program requirements administered by the assigned agency; documentary information relative to business operations, financial assets, real and personal property, and employment and wages; information related to suspected cases of fraudulent receipt of public assistance, child support, medical assistance, Medicaid vendor funds or similar payments, or improper or unlawful activities resulting in the diversion of controlled drugs

Locates individuals and representatives of business or governmental entities to obtain evidence of suspected violations and adheres to chain of custody standards

Assists in making arrangements for the payment of taxes due or ordered fines, or the repayment of fraudulently obtained funds

Examines and analyzes a variety of records to secure information concerning suspected violations of federal and state laws and or regulations

Collects, assembles, and preserves facts, statements, affidavits, and other evidence for use in legal actions; reviews background investigations and prepares detailed reports of investigative findings

Utilizes database for entering, updating, and tracking complaints and investigations

Serves as liaison to prosecuting attorney’s offices and other governmental and law enforcement agencies; testifies in criminal, civil, or administrative proceedings

Exercises independence in performance of responsibilities, receives general administrative direction and performs other related work as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Four or more years of correctional experience; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

OR

Four or more years of experience in financial or resources investigations, civil, administrative, or criminal investigative experience (e.g. tax fraud, licensing, environmental, client care, public assistance, insurance, or military); or as a law enforcement officer; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency

(Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for a maximum for three years of the required experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours for one year - a minimum of one year of the listed experience is required)

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.

Some positions are eligible for a shift differential of $173.34 semi-monthly, which is provided to employees with shifts that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, and who work at a 24/7 worksite (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center), or whose work requires regular visits to these locations. If selected for interview, eligibility may be discussed at that time with the hiring manager.

The Department of Corrections is the only State agency that currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of service up to 20 years!

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

Salary:

$47,865.12 per Year