Internal Affairs Investigator

This position will be responsible for conducting in-depth background investigations of applicant’s personal histories that are seeking employment with the Department of Correction. It will be necessary to interview past employers, references, friends and other individuals who may provide intimate information regarding the applicant’s suitability in performing the job responsibilities of his/her employment. The incumbent will be required to make written, telephone and personal contact with the public, State and municipal agencies. The incumbent will be required to be proficient in the utilization of various law enforcement computer applications such as DELJIS/CJIS, NCIC and LEISS. The incumbent will provide detailed written reports of his/her findings and recommendations.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all position in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.  Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Conducts personal background investigations for all applicants applying for positions in the Department of Correction.
• Interviews applicants, their family, friends, past employers and references to gather information in determining their suitability for employment.
• Utilizes law enforcement computer program applications of DELJIS/CJIS, NCIC and LEISS in the furtherance of investigating any prior criminal history and/or involvement with any criminal element.
• Provides a comprehensive and detailed narrative report of his/her investigative findings accompanied by supporting documentation gathered during the investigation.
• Makes recommendations regarding an applicant’s suitability for employment.
• Interprets and applies applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Internal Affairs Investigator

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training. Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Ten years minimum experience as a Police Officer.
2. Experience in conducting investigations that includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence and documenting findings.
3. Experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
4. Experience in civil, criminal and administrative proceedings.
5. Experience writing comprehensive narrative reports.
6. Experience in using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on data.

This posting may be closed on or before 9/10/18 upon filling the vacant positions.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.