Investigator V; Hemp Investigations Oahu

Investigator V

The current vacancy positions are permanent, full-time positions with the Department of Attorney General, Investigations Division. THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 30 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. Salary: $6,043 to $7,351 per month (SR-24, Step D to I) Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

The Investigator V level plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the activities of an investigative agency concerned with civil, administrative and/or criminal investigations falling within its respective jurisdiction, where violations investigated are related to a specific program area, e.g., welfare fraud, etc., OR conducts civil, administrative and/or criminal investigations falling within a variety of jurisdictions, such as the Executive, Legislative or Judicial Branches, State departments or agencies, county and federal governments and regulatory boards and commissions, where violations or circumstances investigated are related to a broad variety of program areas, and are not limited to a specific program area (welfare fraud, controlled substances, etc.),

like that of lower investigator levels; and performs other related duties as assigned. The current vacancy positions are located in the Department of the Attorney General, Investigations Division, Cannabis Nuisance Abatement Unit (CNAU), and report to the Investigator VI. The function of the CNAU is to provide for the effective enforcement and prosecution of those who violate drug nuisance abatement laws under Chapter 712, part V, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) but only for offenses related to drugs and intoxicating compounds as provided under Chapter 712, part IV and violations of Chapter 329D as provided under section 712-1270.

The primary purpose of these positions is to perform investigations and enforcement duties for the CNAU to ensure compliance with State and Federal laws relating to the use, distribution, and sale of hemp products within the State of Hawaii. These positions will provide assistance as needed and directed by the Chief Special Investigator, with all statewide investigations assigned and carried out by the Investigations Division.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:
Legal Authorization to Work:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. Basic Education/

Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Specialized

Experience:

Three and one-half (3-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional investigative experience which demonstrated:

A. Initiative, ingenuity, resourcefulness, and judgment required to collect, assemble, and develop facts and other pertinent data;

B. The ability to think logically and objectively, to analyze and evaluate facts, evidence and related information, and arrive at sound conclusions;

C. Skill in written and oral reports and presentation of investigative findings in a clear and concise manner; and

D. Tact, discretion, and capacity for obtaining the cooperation and confidence of others. Quality of

Experience:

At least one (1) year of Specialized Experience must have been comparable in scope, complexity and responsibility to work experience characteristic of the Investigator IV class of work in State service. Investigator IV positions referenced above consist of the following types:

A. An investigator independently performing the full range of investigations within an agency's jurisdiction where the work regularly is of a complex nature and in which the violations are related to a specific program area;

B. One of two investigators who are responsible for the small investigative program in an agency, without higher level investigative supervisory guidance; and

C. The working supervisory investigator in an agency where investigations are carried out according to standard policies and procedures, from planning through fact-finding to reporting the results of the investigations. Selective Certification Requirement (Hemp Investigations Experience):
In order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of these positions, applicants must possess knowledge of interviewing and interrogation techniques, proper investigative report writing techniques; rules of legal evidence; search and seizure laws; laws of arrest; techniques of and equipment used in surveillance; proper use of force, including deadly force; and Hawaii Penal Code. Applicants must also be able to review and analyze financial and other written documents;

and properly use firearms in the performance of their duties. Therefore, certification of eligibles for these positions shall be restricted to applicants who meet the minimum…