Investigator 2

1. Cover letterregarding your interest in this position.
2. Detailed chronological resume. Your resume will not substitute for the Work Experience section of the online application.
3. Include at leastthree professional-level referenceswith valid phone number and email for each.

The Department of Corrections in collaboration with its criminal justice partners will contribute to staff and community safety and hold incarcerated individuals accountable through administration of criminal sanctions and effective reentry programs. Under the direction of the Chief of Investigative Operations or their designee; this position works collaboratively with stakeholders and contributes to the agencys mission of improving facility and public safety.

As a member of the Intelligence and Investigations Network the Technology Intelligence Investigator will develop and disseminate reports briefings analysis and other services related to the interdiction of contraband drugs and other public safety threats with a nexus to the Washington State Department of Corrections.

The Technology Intelligence Investigator is responsible for gathering information and evidence primarily using the intelligence development and monitoring features of the Incarcerated Individual Technology (IITS) System.
This position has state-wide responsibilities and may be called to duty whenever an emergency arises and there is a specific need for information and intelligence gathering support.

Key responsibilities of this Investigator 2 include but are not limited to:

• Conducts complex investigations to substantiate allegations of fraud criminal misconduct administrative violations and other activities that negatively impact safe and secure prison administration and community safety primarily by utilizing the Incarcerated Individual Technology Systems (IITS) intelligence software and databases.
• Conduct source collection research analyze evaluate and integrate data to develop actionable intelligence utilizing specialized software and programs.
• Compile documentation and intelligence regarding inappropriate activities conducted by employees incarcerants visitors and associates with a nexus to WADOC.
• Monitor incarcerated phone calls and other communications in support of investigative evidence gathering.
• Gather and group related IITS data in a clear and concise manner.
• Type and record suspicious activity reports and statistical data.
• Organize and present facts in a clear and concise manner orally and in writing.
• Extract data through data mining techniques from multiple sources.
• Gathers facts and develops evidence primarily focusing on incarcerated communications being used to conduct inappropriate activates with the objective of completing investigative intelligence reports for presentation in court or for administrative hearings.
• Cultivates collects analyzes and disseminates intelligence information to the appropriate stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality.
• Prepares descriptive intelligence reports utilizing detailed charts and diagrams.
• Prepare analyses assessments or other products by applying expert judgment and specialized experience in interpreting information.
• Organization and presentation of facts in a clear and concise manner orally and in writing.
• Builds a picture of crime clusters in each location.
• Prepare and present briefings on projects studies and analyses to executive staff and other stakeholders. .
• Extract essential information and analysis from investigations and intelligence products and synthesize the information into actionable reports.
• Identify intelligence gaps to produce assessments and recommendations.
• Compile criminal records and data to develop a proactive approach to reducing violence and other potential threats.
• Performs journey level criminal intelligence development. Reviews selects evaluates and consolidates developed intelligence data and related information and ensures that follow-up actions are initiated; collects additional data to fill gaps; disseminates action items to stakeholders.
• Discern patterns of complex behavior; provide accurate understanding of present and future threats to help guide decision makers.
• Provide critical front-line intelligence support to investigative and operational personnel.
• Analyze intelligence information and other resources related to international domestic terrorists and other organized crime groups.
• Develop threat-based analysis of drug rings Security Threat Groups and other criminal organizations.
• Prepare threat assessments on upcoming major and/or special events.
• Special Investigation Services Program Support as Needed.
• Complete IITS related data requests by law enforcement.
• Respond to Unit public disclosure requests as needed.
• Support Emergency Operations information and intelligence needs.
• Assist with Investigations Network Auditing.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we need (required qualifications):

• High school graduation or GED
• Ability to pass a required background clearance and the ability to maintain clearance for access to restricted databases and trainings.
• Knowledge of: investigative procedures and practices; research methods and data collections; communication and correspondence practices and applicable laws.
• Knowledge and experience in intelligence analysis that involves using the principles concepts and methodologies of intelligence analysis to research evaluate and integrate data in the preparation and presentation of intelligence analytical products.

• Possess a two-year degree in criminal justice with experience in statistical analysis or related field
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check.
• Experience as a full time investigator will substitute year for year for required degree.
• Ability to undergo required background checks for clearance(s) and the ability to maintain clearance(s) for access to restricted databases and trainings.

• 2 years experience as a full time analyst with a criminal justice government agency or private organization or directly allied field.
• Six (6) months or more of full time hands on experience using intelligence software incarcerated individual communications monitoring products or equivalent criminal intelligence data mining software.
• Experience working in a WADOC investigations unit full time for at least 1 year.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully as an individual and within a team.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as necessary under time pressures and adjusted schedules.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Bi-lingual English / Spanish is a plus.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in the position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date ofhire. When positive tests result further information testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 11 paid holidays a year (12 in 2022 for Juneteenth)
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race creed color national origin sex marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age honorably discharged veteran veteran status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.