EAI Investigator

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

• Job Posting closes: 7/03/2024

Agency Information:

Norton Correctional Facility

11130 Road E4

Norton, KS 67654

About the Position

• Who can apply: Those who meet minimum requirements

• Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified

• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Regular

• Work Schedule: Monday

• Friday 8:00am

• 4:30pm

• Eligible to Receive Benefits: yes

• Veterans' Preference Eligible: yes

Compensation: $28.31/hour

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

• Sick & Vacation leave

• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

• Fitness Centers in select locations

• Employee discounts with the STAR Program

• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary: This position is assigned to the Enforcement, Apprehension and Investigation (EAI) Unit at the Norton Correctional Facility. All persons interested in this position regardless of rank must submit an application for interview. This position performs highly specialized technical work providing criminal investigation and intelligence collection duties for the Kansas Department of Corrections under the direction of the Special Agent Supervisor of the Enforcement, Apprehension and Investigation (EAI) Unit.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Uses legally accepted methods to collect, evaluate and disseminate intelligence information acquired from staff, inmates and concerned citizens. Investigates incidents which may include major infractions of facility policy, department regulation or state law to include major crimes. Conducts interviews with victims, witnesses and suspects to obtain relevant case information. Confers with prosecutors for preparation and presentation of evidence in courts of law and other legal proceedings. This position serves a critical role in the overall safety and security of operations of the facility

Qualifications

• Education: HS Diploma or GED

• Licensing & Certification: Valid Drivers License

• Minimum Qualifications: Must meet all minimum qualifications and necessary special requirements for CO I A; be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment; have two years of relevant experience in the field of corrections or in the detention of convicted offenders; and have successfully completed the Corrections Officer Training Program (COTP). At the discretion of the agency, relevant college coursework or completion of corrections officer training in another jurisdiction may be substituted for some or all the required COTP.

• Preferred Qualifications: Three (3) years' experience in corrections or detention work. Previous work experience in investigations and/or law enforcement. AA or AS degree (or 60 credit hours) in criminal justice or related field.

• Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Drug Screen, Background Check, TB test, Physical

Recruiter Contact Information

• Name: Human Resources

• Email: kdoc_ncf_hr@ks.gov

• Phone: 785-877-6642

Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.

• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page.

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• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page.

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• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.

• Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.

• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.

• Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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• My Job Applications page

• Transcripts

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.