What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investigator 3 (PCN 04-3249) position at State of Alaska?
What You Will Be Doing
The Investigator 3 Unit is to work with the individual Divisions within the Department of Revenue to prevent, detect, and investigate violations of Title 43, Title 5, and Title 11 of the Alaska Statutes; and to assist the Department of Law to prosecute individuals and business entities alleged to be in violation of Title 43, Title 5, and Title 11 of the Alaska statutes as these statutes relate to Department of Revenue programs.
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Performing complex criminal and civil investigations on behalf of all the Division with the Department of Revenue;
- Testifying in court;
- Preparing criminal complaints, search warrants, drafts and serving search warrants;
- Communicating with suspects, witnesses, or others relevant to investigations;
- Analyzing documents and records, including logs, tax returns, medical information, Department of Motor Vehicles records, Division of Election records, Department of Labor records, Public Safety (APSIN), and other data to determine appropriate action under state and federal law;
- Preparing case reports summarizing investigation findings, regulatory actions, litigation, and/or review for and prosecution of criminal charges;
- Assisting other law enforcement agencies by providing information in response to official requests as appropriate;
- Assembling exhibits, affidavits, and other legal documents for use in case preparation and trial or administrative hearings;
- Traveling by aircraft or boat to sometimes remote locations around the State of Alaska for investigations or inspections.
Mission and Culture
The Criminal Investigations Unit (CIU) enforces Department of Revenue’s criminal laws and regulations through investigation, public education, and use of legal process.
CIU provides timely and accurate investigations to the divisions we support. We continually strive for better, more efficient processes while maintaining high ethical and performance standards. This is achieved by information sharing and encouraging training and skill development to enhance our effectiveness in proactive law enforcement.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
- Health benefits (including dental and vision), life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits
- Generous leave accrual
- 12 paid holidays
- A variety of retirement plans
- Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Loan Forgiveness Program.
- 37.5-hour workweek
Eligibility for part-time teleworking, alternate workweek, or a flex schedule after an initial training period.
The Working Environment You Can Expect
CIU offices are located in the Atwood Building and the Linny Pacillo Parking Garage in downtown Anchorage. Free, covered parking is provided, and we are within walking distance of several restaurants and other amenities.
Additionally, there are many benefits of working for the State of Alaska, including great health insurance, retirement benefits, higher than average leave accrual (paid time off), regular (annual or biannual) step/pay increases, union-negotiated cost of living increases, and a variety of discounts at participating businesses (gym memberships, Microsoft Office, Dell computers, GCI, AT&T, Verizon, etc.).
Who We Are Looking For
- Writing:(*) Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
- Speaking: Uses correct English grammar to organize and communicate ideas in words that are appropriate to listeners and situations; uses body language appropriately.
- Reading Comprehension: Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in
Equivalent to those typically gained by: Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or progressively responsible investigative work experience performing duties such as locating and gathering information, evidence and/or testimony to be used in civil or criminal proceedings, administrative actions, or governmentally regulated activities which included preparing reports in support of attorneys or agencies engaged in administrative adjudication, and/or detecting and verify suspected fraud, licensing violations, and other violations of state law. Definitions: “Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. “Typically gained by” means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job. “Training” and “education” in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs. “Progressively responsible” means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility. Special Note: Some positions in this class may require eligibility for commission as a Special Officer with the State of Alaska as a condition of hire. Some positions require applicants pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal record check for conviction of felony or misdemeanor crimes, as a prerequisite to employment. Some positions require incumbents possess an Alaska driver's license and operate a motor vehicle. |
**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements to be considered for employment at this time.
If selected for an interview, the applicant must provide the following:
- A list of three (3) professional references, which includes daytime telephone numbers; at least one being from a current or former supervisor.
- Copies of your last two (2) performance evaluations, if available
Special Notices
Must be at least 21 years of age as a condition of hire.
Must meet Alaska Police Standards Council requirements for certification as a police officer as a condition of hire.
APSIN Clearance
This position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance.
Background Check
The successful candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation, which includes a criminal history check.
Application Notice
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via a hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal, such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to apply successfully. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska “How to Apply" page. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.
Education
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of the interview.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Work Experience
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and if minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.
Note: Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Bargaining Unit
If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee, do not complete this question.
Multiple Vacancies
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
Driver’s License Requirement
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.
EEO Statement
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal-opportunity employer.
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
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For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:
J. Scott Stair
Investigator 5
907-269-1073
Scott.Stair@alaska.gov
Salary : $34
