Agent

Job Posting Title

Agent

Agency

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Supervisory Organization

DOC Ofc of Inspector General

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

June 08, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$56,106.96

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job are assigned responsibilities involving the criminal and administrative investigations related to the enforcement of the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substance Act that directly affects the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.

Typical Functions

• Investigates violations of state laws concerning narcotics, dangerous drugs, or other controlled substances; makes arrests, participates in undercover operations, raids and surveillance of persons or targeted locations or where it is believed that the law is being violated.

• Gathers and analyzes information; searches for and gathers physical or documentary evidence or clues; interviews witnesses; interrogates suspects; obtains signed statements and affidavits; prepares investigative reports and case records; presents findings in clear, logical, impartial, and properly documented reports.

• Assists prosecutors in filing charges; appears as a witness in criminal and administrative court proceedings; drafts and executes legal documents for use in criminal and administrative investigations, including subpoenas for evidence, search warrants, arrest warrants, and affidavits.

• Participates in in-service training; studies professional material relating to new investigative procedures and techniques; studies legal materials relating to court rulings and state and federal law; attends training sessions to acquire new skills.

• Operates and monitors electronic surveillance equipment; operates computers and computer software.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in law enforcement investigations including experience as a patrol deputy or police patrol officer conducting traffic stops and answering calls for service, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; must be CLEET certified as a peace officer.

Note: Experience which was incidental to or not a major responsibility or duty of the position shall not be accepted as qualifying.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of investigations; of state and federal laws pertaining to controlled dangerous substances; of laws, court decisions, and rules pertaining to search and seizure, invasion of privacy, arrest, and rules of evidence; of the scope, applications, and interpretation of laws and regulations relating to investigating records, reports, and other documents; of laws and regulations relating to investigating, interviewing, and interrogating witnesses, suspects, and informants; and of firearm safety practices. Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate information obtained; to recognize, collect, and preserve physical evidence and controlled dangerous substances; to subdue persons; to protect oneself, associates, and others; to organize and present facts and opinions clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to use a firearm; to cope with stressful and/or potentially dangerous situations; to handle confidential work with tact and discretion; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Special Requirements:

Applicants must possess a valid Oklahoma driver's license at the time of appointment and retain a valid driver's license while assigned to this job classification; possess the ability and willingness to carry a firearm and use deadly force as required; have and maintain physical and mental stamina to perform the work; possess a willingness to accept the physical discomforts and/or dangers inherent in the work; be willing to relocate to the place of assignment anywhere in the state; be willing to be on call twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven days a week; be willing to travel frequently and be away from home for extended periods of time; must pass a rigid character and background investigation.

Additional Job Description

Contraband Interdiction/Oklahoma State Penitentiary

This position will be responsible for Creek, Hughes, Lincoln, McIntosh, Muskogee, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, Pawnee, Pittsburg, Pottawatomie, Seminole, Tulsa, and Wagoner counties.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.