Duties Summary

Supervises and coordinates a staff of investigators in a central legal office in conducting investigations of a variety of cases being considered and/or readied for court action and prosecution; performs the most complex investigations; and performs other related duties as required.
There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney - Investigator's Unit in Kailua-Kona. May be eligible to receive a $3,000 Recruitment Incentive. Conditions apply.
(Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.)
The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Examples of Duties

• Plans, assigns, supervises, and coordinates the work of investigators performing investigations of all criminal matters, including confidential investigations of targeted crime figures, career criminals, and organized crime subjects; oversees all confidential investigations.
• Works closely with law enforcement personnel of County, State, and Federal agencies; assigns and schedules work so that requests for investigative services are met on a timely basis.
• Provides technical guidance and expertise in the solving of the most complex and difficult cases.
• Determines the direction of investigations, areas of investigative methods, and targets of the investigation.
• Serves as senior armed escort for transporting prisoners or defendants from other jurisdictions; processes and serves legal papers; may arrest individuals served.
• Assists attorneys in the preparation and presentation of cases in judicial proceedings through evaluation and recommendations of areas to pursue and actions to be taken; makes recommendations as to the weight of evidence, reliability and credibility of witness.
• Testifies in court; produces and identifies physical evidence.
• Conducts research of laws, regulations, and precedent cases to determine action to be taken; assists in the preparation of legal instruments relative to investigative functions.
• Plans, develops, and initiates programs to effect improved services by investigators.
• Evaluates programs which affect the unit; recommends appropriate actions and implements the programs.
• Acts as liaison and coordinates with all levels of law enforcement, corrections, and judicial agencies.
• Conducts investigations for the Prosecuting Attorney, State Attorney General, and other governmental agencies.
• Projects budgetary requirements for the unit involving personnel, equipment, space, and training; submits recommendations to department head.
• Oversees all personnel matters of the division; approves leaves; establishes and enforces rules of conduct and work standards for employees.
• Evaluates work performance of subordinates; reviews divisional employees' performance evaluations; counsels employees and provides training as required.
• Recommends all personnel actions including hiring, promotion, disciplinary actions, and termination.
• Conducts investigations and responds to grievances.
• Develops, coordinates, and provides orientation and on-going training for staff.
• Maintains and operates firearms and other non-lethal weapons; may operate various types of specialized investigative equipment.
• Operates a vehicle for work-related travel.
• Maintains work control logs and records; prepares reports as required.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from an accredited college or university with major work (baccalaureate degree) in social work, sociology, psychology, political science, administration of justice, public/business administration, or a related field (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and
• 21 years of age at time of filing, and
• five (5) years of criminal investigation experience* from either a county, state, federal, or military agency, and
• demonstrated supervisory aptitude**, and
• must be qualified to carry and/or possess firearms or ammunition in accordance with state and federal laws, e.g., no misdemeanor or felony domestic violence conviction, and
• possession of a valid State of Hawai‘i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)

• Criminal investigation experience means having the experience in investigating statutory crimes, i.e. burglary, theft, or assault, from the initial report of the crime to its prosecution.

• by the successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects;
• by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist;
• by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or
• by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision; investigational methods and techniques; legal system, court procedures, legal instruments, and legal terminology; rules of legal evidence and arrest techniques; apprehension and arrest techniques; the jurisdiction and functions of various law enforcement and governmental agencies and departments; organization and operation of investigative activities; human relations and behavior; interviewing methods and techniques; report writing; and the geographic, economic, social, and racial composition of the community.

Ability to: Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with subordinates, representatives from other governmental agencies, and the public; plan, assign, evaluate, and organize the work of others; interpret and apply laws and regulations; conduct investigations on misdemeanor, petty misdemeanor, and felony crimes with minimal supervision, i.e., sex assaults, murder, burglaries, negligent homicides, drug offenses, harassment, etc. apply investigating principles and techniques, including the criminal rules of evidence and search and seizure laws; make sound observations, remember facts, and give testimony based thereon; gather, analyze, and evaluate facts and data; prepare clear and concise reports; qualify to use firearms; scrutinize behavior of individuals and situations; understand the psychology of human behavior; and instruct, orient, and advise others in all phases of investigation; maintain professionalism and deal effectively with the public, office staff, and representatives of governmental and non-governmental agencies.

Physical and Age Requirements: All persons applying for positions in this class shall be at least 21 years of age. Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
• Credit Union Membership
• Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

Supplemental Information

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:

• 
  an official college transcript,
• a valid driver's license,
• a temporary assignment verification,
• professional licenses, and/or
• certificates,

Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Employees start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire. 14 hours are earned after a full month of service, which equals to 21 days per year, with a maximum accumulation of 90 working days.
• Sick Leave: Employees start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire. 14 hours are earned after a full month of service, which equals to 21 days per year, with no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County provides a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: Scholarship program for employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning, subject to eligibility requirements and reimbursement limits.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
• Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan covered under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. It provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries. For more information visit https://ers.ehawaii.gov
• Deferred Compensation: Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Eligible employees can use pre-tax dollars to pay for their portion of insurance premiums, qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses.
• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:
  • Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
  • Vision Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Prescription Drug Plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The County offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
• Group Life Insurance: The County provides a free life insurance policy for active employees.
• Credit Union Membership
• Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, such as: Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Victims Protection Leave, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, Donor Leave, and Jury Duty.