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.

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 your official college transcript to your application), and
• 21 years of age at the 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. Experience in investigating from the initial report of the crime to its prosecution.

Note: Successful completion of the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney\xe2\x80\x99s firearm qualification program is required prior to the completion of probation.
**Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants for Investigator VI must demonstrate possession of supervisory aptitude which is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through 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 exists; 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

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,

Veterans applying for veteran\'s preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

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Employee benefits are generally for full-time permanent employment and include the following from the date of hire:

• sick leave and vacation earnings
• paid holidays
• social security
• credit union membership
• life, dental, medical, vision, and prescription

drug insurance plans

• employee-employer paid retirement plan
• flexible spending plan
• tax-sheltered savings and investment program
• career opportunity and mobility in a merit system for

civil service positions

Persons who are hired may be required to pay union dues/service fees.

Benefits for part-time employment is based on hours worked and type of appointment.

Benefits are subject to change due to legislative, collective bargaining negotiation, and other changes.