Criminal Investigator
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR
PUBLIC SAFETY
HELENA MT
The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!
The Public Safety Division operates Montanas prisons safely and securely and provides supervision and support for offenders in the community through its Probation and Parole Bureau. The work performed in this division is integral to the departments mission to create a safer Montana through accountability rehabilitation and empowerment. Make a difference! Join us today!
TheCriminal Investigatorworks closely with Office of Investigations Investigators Intelligence Analyst and Intelligence Research Specialists to conduct a variety of investigations and to gather intelligence within the Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) and its contract facilities. The types of cases investigated can be either criminal or administrative and may involve violations of facility or departmental rules regulations policies or violations of law on the part of prisoners staff or visitors.
The Criminal Investigator will primarily conduct investigations within state owned or contracted correctional facilities across the state with most of those investigations occurring at Montana State Prison in Deer Lodge Montana. These investigations include the crimes of murder aggravated assault sexual assault illegal use of drugs introduction of contraband robbery theft arson and fraud.
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
High school diploma.
Three years of criminal investigative or law-enforcement experience.
Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.
Must obtain POST certification within one year of hire as required byMCA.
Must meet the following statutory requirements established underandMCA:
Sound and active physical and mental condition.
Good moral character.
Residency in Montana.
Citizenship in the United States.
Valid Montana drivers license.
Pass preservice testing screening and training.
At least 20 years of age at the date of the preservice test.
POST certification is preferred.
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER
This position requires POST Basic Certification after attending training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and successfully completing one year of employment with the Department of addition to the training and experience requirements to be POST Certified the successful candidate(s) must:
Be a citizen of the United States of America.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Be fingerprinted for a criminal history search.
Not been convicted of a crime for which could have led to being imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary.
Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background screen.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Possess or be eligible for a valid Montana drivers license.
BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generousState of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered you must attach your resume cover letter and mark the attachments as a Relevant your cover letter state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
Criminal history check
Child/patient/offender abuse registries
Reference checks
The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9 your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify please visit the E-Verify website found here Act & Lautenberg Amendment- Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or is the subject of a court order of protection for an intimate partner or child of such intimate partner cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g)(91)). Candidates who have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or were issued a court order of protection are not qualified for this position.
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison jail lockup community confinement facility juvenile facility or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force overt or implied threats of force or coercion or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter are not qualified for this position.
Tobacco Free -The use of all tobacco products including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.
About Company
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry wants to help both employees and employers to be happy on the job. We take seriously our mission to promote and protect the well-being of Montana's workers, employers and citizens, and to uphold their rights and responsibilities. Our agenc ... View more
