Investigator

What You’ll Do:

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Emergency Medical Services

Report In Location: 1970 W. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio 43223

Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Independently conduct investigations of complaints & allegations for the Division of Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

• Research & respond to inquiries & complaints regarding alleged violations of ORC 4765 & 4766 & rules promulgated thereunder;
• Prepare detailed case findings for administrative or legal action;
• Collate information regarding complaints or alleged violations (e. g., conduct interviews of witnesses, respondents, suspects & other parties with possible information related to case); Gather, review, & record documentation from various sources;
• Maintain accurate records & filing system;
• Operate database for complaint tracking;
• Prepare correspondence & reports for review by EMS Executive Director & Emergency Medical, Fire, & Transportation Service (EMFTS) Board regarding compliance or non-compliance with applicable EMS rules & regulations;
• Utilize the Ohio Law Enforcement Gateway (OHLEG) as a resource on case investigations; Search by name, DOB &/or SSN for individual criminal convictions of certificate holders; Confirm the extent of criminal records; Identify non-disclosed criminal convictions;
• Compile & evaluate records, physical evidence & interview notes & prepare investigation reports & adhere to legal processes such as preparing & serving subpoenas;
• Confer with legal personnel for assistance in documenting & preparing cases for hearing, other resolution or filing of charges for prosecution;
• Testify at hearings, courts of law &/or other regulatory agencies;
• Monitor enforcement activities of licensees or certificate holders adjudicated on disciplinary status (e.g., monitor compliance with EMFTS Board orders &/or consent agreements, monitor compliance with fines, continuing education requirements, anger management courses, etc.);
• Prepare & conduct presentations;
• Coordinate special auxiliary functions falling under the authority of the EMS Executive Director;
• Act in a liaison capacity with law enforcement officers, other regulatory agencies (e.g., State Board of Pharmacy, Medicare or Medicaid, Ohio Medical Board, Ohio Nursing Board) & licensees (e.g., certified EMS & fire service personnel & instructors, EMS & Fire education programs, medical transportation services) to ensure compliance & refer violations to appropriate authority;
• Assist in planning &/or writing departmental goals by benchmarking against the compliance & investigative units of other regulatory boards;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Job Skills: Investigation

Technical Skills: Fire & EMS; Investigation; Interviewing; Public Safety

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail; Verbal Communication; Written Communication

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel to include overnight stays; exposed to hostile, unpredictable &/or violent persons; may work weekends; may work flexible hours.

This position may be filled by lay-off or certification eligibility list if applicable.

This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining agreement if applicable.

Background Check Information

A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.

A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.