Special Investigations Unit Director jobs in Arizona

Special Investigations Unit Director oversees the operations for conducting thorough investigations. Develops the strategies for the cross-functional detection and elimination of fraudulent behavior. Being a Special Investigations Unit Director prepares investigative reports and analyses that pertinent to evidence obtained during investigations. May coordinate with outside sources such as law enforcement agencies, and external audit, etc. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Special Investigations Unit Director typically reports to top management. The Special Investigations Unit Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Special Investigations Unit Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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INVESTIGATIONS ADMINISTRATOR
  • Arizona Department of Economic Security
  • Chandler, AZ FULL_TIME
  • DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.

    DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.

    DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.

    INVESTIGATIONS ADMINISTRATOR

    Job Location: Address: Office of Inspector General (OIG)

    1789 West Jefferson, Phoenix, Arizona 85007

    www.azdes.gov Posting Details: Salary: $80,000 - $100,989

    Grade: 24

    Closing Date: June 11, 2024 Job Summary:

    Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES' video. Come Join the DES Team!

    The Department of Economic Security, Office of Inspector General (OIG) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Internal Affairs Administrator (Investigations Administrator). The Investigations Administrator) reports directly to the Deputy Inspector General for Investigations, providing comprehensive reports on the development, revision, enhancement, and implementation of guidelines, protocols, policies, and procedures associated with model programs and best practices. The incumbent manages all operations of Internal Affairs (IA), Child Care Investigations Unit (CCI), Rental Fraud Unit (RFU), Trafficking Detection Unit (TDU), Investigations Support Team (IST), and other investigations units as needed. This position analyzes and evaluates the most complex or complicated investigations, which may involve multiple DES programs and suspects, requires partnerships with external agencies, and coordinates special resources when advisable.

    This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

    The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

    Job Duties

    Essential Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Manage all operations of IA, CCI, RFU, & TDU, IST. Conduct special studies and investigations as assigned by Department Executives. Coordinates partnerships between DES programs, with other OIG components and external agencies. Represent the Inspector General at meetings. Oversee and coordinate complicated investigations, which may be high-profile or involve multiple stakeholders.
    • Partner with Internal Audit Administration, Information Risk Management (IRM), and other entities to conduct detailed forensic analyses, including electronic discovery, data recovery, and data audits. Participate in inter-agency task force investigations, work groups and committees to build external partnerships and combine knowledge and resources to resolve investigations more efficiently.
    • Recommend and participate in the selection, placement, training, development, and performance management of qualified Unit personnel. Supervise the Investigative Support Unit. Ensure Unit Staff maintain required training certifications, as well as ongoing training in evolving methods of detecting crime and mitigating exposure and risk.
    • Provide guidance on complex principles and laws related to investigation, interview and interrogation, crime prevention, records management, evidence handling, and use of force, and law enforcement theory principles and practices. Assists in the development, revision, and implementation of guidelines, protocols, policies, and procedures associated with model programs and best practices.
    • Supervise managers which may include those leading unemployment investigations and child care administration investigations in support of the Department divisions.

    Knowledge Of

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

    • Applicable Federal, State, and local Statues, Administrative Code, and DES Policy and Procedures.
    • Operations, services and activities of DES Programs.
    • Interview, interrogation, and investigative techniques and procedures.
    • Law enforcement theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of services and programs.
    • Principles and laws related to investigation, interview and interrogation, crime prevention, records management, evidence-handling, and use of force.
    • Principles and practices of supervision and training.
    • Google Workspace Applications, including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Meets, and other applications.

    Skill In

    • Directing work and holding staff accountable for successful outcomes.
    • Maintaining composure and working effectively under stressful conditions.
    • Effectively supervising, leading and delegating tasks and authority.
    • Mentoring and coaching.
    • Creatively accessing information.
    • Mobilizing investigative teams.
    • Preparing and editing clear, concise, and accurate oral and written reports.

    Ability To

    • Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local laws, rules, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
    • Select, monitor, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
    • Make sound, independent decisions based on available data and adopt appropriate courses of action.
    • Communicate effectively and accurately, both and in writing.
    • Perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy.
    • Review, evaluate and make improvements in the deployment of personnel and equipment.
    • Prepare and deliver presentations for State and Department Leadership, work groups, and community groups.
    • Accurately, succinctly, and courteously respond to inquiries from State or Department Leadership.
    • Participate in the development and administration of Department goals, objectives, and procedures.
    • Analyze problems identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

    Selective Preference(s)

    The ideal candidate for this position will have:

    • Three (3) years of investigative law enforcement experience with a minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience. Bachelors degree preferred.

    Pre-Employment Requirements

    • All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
    • Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
    • If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
    • Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of an Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) background check is required prior to receiving a job offer. 28 CFR 20.21(f)(4)(i).

    Benefits

    The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

    • Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
    • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
    • 10 paid holidays per year
    • Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
    • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
    • Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
    • Deferred compensation plan
    • Wellness plans
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Stipend Opportunities
    • Infant at Work Program
    • Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
    • Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
    • Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

    By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

    Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

    Retirement

    State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

    On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

    Contact Us

    For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Benson Walker at (480)318-4150 or email Bensonwalker@azdes.gov.

    The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (480) 318-4150. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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INVESTIGATIONS ADMINISTRATOR
  • State of Arizona
  • PHOENIX, AZ FULL_TIME
  • DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thri...
  • 11 Days Ago

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POLICE DETECTIVE (Special Victims Unit)
  • City of Surprise, AZ
  • Surprise, AZ FULL_TIME
  • ** This Lateral Police Officer Posting is For an Assignment as a Special Victims Unit Detective ** SUMMARY Performs law enforcement, crime prevention work; patrols an assigned area for the prevention ...
  • 21 Days Ago

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POLICE DETECTIVE (Special Victims Unit)
  • City of Surprise
  • Surprise, AZ FULL_TIME
  • ** This Lateral Police Officer Posting isFor an Assignment as a Special Victims Unit Detective **SUMMARYPerforms law enforcement, crime prevention work; patrols an assigned area for the prevention of ...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Special Education Director
  • Challenge Charter School
  • Glendale, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionLooking for the perfect school fit where you can put kids first everyday as a part of an exceptional team?!Challenge Charter School has a lot to offer! Lots of classroom resources and s...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Executive Director of Special Programs
  • Buckeye Elementary School District
  • Buckeye, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Job Goal The Executive Director of Special Programs provides leadership in planning, developing, coordinating and evaluating special programs curriculum and instruction for grades PS-8. In addition th...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Cash Management / FX Operations Consultant
  • Phaxis
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • A global Financial Firm is looking to hire an experienced Cash Management / FX Ops Consultant to join their team in Jers...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cash Management
  • Confidential
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Cash Management - AVP Work Schedule: Hybrid (on-site 2 days a week) SUMMARY: Support and approves MGeB, Test Key and oth...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Employee Relations Director
  • Robert Half
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Robert Half HR Solutions is currently sourcing for a Contract Employee Relations/Investigation Director for our retail c...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cash Management Associate
  • Phyton Talent Advisors
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Our Client, a Global Investment Bank, is seeking a Cash Management Associate in their Jersey City, NJ location. Responsi...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN Administrative Coordinator Relief- Moses Cone
  • Cone Health
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Overview: Accountable for operational throughput with patients, families, nursing staff and physicians, between departme...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Regulatory Specialist
  • Georgia Clinical Research LLC
  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • Job Description Job Description Works with the Research Director, Investigators, Study Coordinators, Sponsor Representat...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cash Management- Back Office
  • Mizuho Bank, Ltd.
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • SUMMARY: Support and approves MGeB, Test Key and other payment request transactions for Corporate customers for Mizuho B...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Safety Director
  • SAY Group
  • SAY Group is supporting a client who is looking to hire a Safety Director. This is an exciting opportunity for someone w...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Special Investigations Unit Director jobs
$152,125 to $229,138

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