Criminal Justice Specialist/invest III

Agency

Dept of Justice

Division

DOJ Administrative

Job Classification Title

Criminal Justice Specialist/Invest III (NS)

Position Number

60011323

Grade

NC14

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally, the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs’ and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions.

Description of Work

Recruitment Range: $52,592 - $61,800

IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.

This position will conduct investigations of alleged or suspected violations of the Administrative Rules by applicants and officers who are certified through Criminal Justice Training and Standards. This work is done on behalf of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education, Training and Standards Commission where cases are presented in consideration of possible sanctions. The position requires the accurate application of rules, laws and regulations governing the certification and the ongoing minimum standards of all criminal justice officer categories. The position works closely with certification staff to include the program administrators of the law enforcement, correctional, juvenile justice, and company/campus police programs. Investigations require gathering and reviewing of all relevant court records, police reports and applicable evidence; interviews of applicants, officers, and witnesses; and the preparation of reports documenting the investigative findings. Testimony is then provided when cases are presented to the appropriate commission committees in a formal setting. Subsequent appeals by applicants/officers may then require testimony during court proceedings overseen by the Office of Administrative Hearings and any appellate courts thereafter.

• Conduct field investigations
• Testify at Probable Cause commission meetings, and administrative hearings
• Prepare investigative reports
• Interview relevant witnesses and collect documents relevant to investigations
• Consult and coordinate with Deputy Director or Investigations Manager & Legal Counsel case investigations.

Some travel, including some occasional overnight stays are required
The selected candidate is subject to a background investigation.

Criminal Justice Standards is a Section of the Training and Standards Division in the Department of Justice, which is composed of four major units. These include the N.C. Justice Academy with two separate campuses, one East and one West, the Criminal Justice Standards Section, the Sheriffs’ Standards Section, and Private Protective Services. This Division provides a consolidated team of agencies and offices whose primary goal is to ensure and advance the competence and integrity of the criminal justice professions in North Carolina.

The Training and Standards Division promotes the goal of competence and integrity in the criminal justice professions through employment and certification standards, professional training, and technical assistance. The Division accomplishes this goal through the provision of coordinated staffing support to the Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission (G. S. 17C), the Sheriffs’ Education and Training Standards Commission (G. S. 17E), the North Carolina Justice Academy (G. S. 17D), Private Protective Services (G. S. 74C) and Alarm Systems Licensing (G. S. 74D). In addition, the Division works to promote coordination within the criminal justice system to minimize duplication and effective utilization of current resources.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Ability to discreetly investigate a variety of cases and to interpret and apply the NC General Statutes, NC Administrative Rules of the Commission, and statues, rules, and codes, and ordinances from other states.
• Thorough working knowledge of the methods, procedures, practices and techniques used in conducting administrative investigations, and of the principles of securing and identifying a variety of related evidentiary material.
• Experience preparing comprehensive and detailed written reports pertaining to individual cases.
• Experience navigating databases and utilizing common computer programs needed to complete work products.
• Ability to accurately and effectively testify to investigative findings before the Probable Cause Committee and at administrative hearings.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of administrative, technical, or professional experience in criminal justice or law enforcement as it relates to the area of assignment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

The North Carolina Department of Justice, includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs’ and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions. 

The State of North Carolina offers employer paid health insurance plus twelve paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at Employee Benefits.

Supplemental Information:

Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.

Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted, and your application will be rejected as incomplete.  Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.   

  

Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application.  Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Wendy K Minich

Recruiter Email:

Recruiters@ncdoj.gov