Investigator

Job Description

A Career with Purpose

The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is seeking an Investigator to join our team. This position will conduct criminal and administrative investigations and is a state commissioned law enforcement position. The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and interviewing OJA youth and staff. CLEET law enforcement certification is required. Knowledge of equal employment opportunity laws and modern methods of investigation is a plus.

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned the responsibilities of conducting both criminal and administrative investigations regarding Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) youth, staff, and facilities as well as the location and apprehension of fugitive/missing OJA youth. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Responsible for conducting internal investigations of agency personnel and youth who have been accused of serious misconduct and/or criminal behavior
• Conducts investigations to locate and apprehend fugitive youth and other missing juveniles
• Investigates pertinent criminal and/or regulatory violations, all defenses and/or the background of a client and relevant individuals as directed
• Conduct Interviews/Interrogations of witnesses and suspects in criminal and administrative investigations
• Collects and preserves evidence, maintains related records, and chain of custody
• Analyzes and evaluates collected evidence and information and prepares a written report
• Prepares investigative prosecutorial reports and drafts and executes legal documents as requested
• Appears as a witness in court proceedings to testify to the findings of the investigation
• Serves legal process to include subpoenas, search warrants, arrest warrants and additional administrative paperwork
• Assists city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies with criminal investigations of law violations occurring at OJA Facilities or with OJA staff or youth
• Conducts investigations to ensure that OJA facilities, staff and youth are in compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
• Conducts Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) investigations as a result of complaints/grievances filed by agency employees and/or clients.

Compensation 

• Salary: $ 60,000.00

Minimum Qualifications 
Requirements consist of a bachelor’s degree, including at least twenty-four hours in any combination of psychology, sociology, social work, criminology, penology, education, police science or criminal justice and one (1) year of professional experience conducting criminal investigations for a city, county, state or federal government law enforcement entity; OR three (3) years' of experience as a CLEET Certified Law Enforcement Officer with at least two (2) years of full-time investigative experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of qualifying experience for each year of the required education.

Special Requirements 

• Applicants may be required to travel as part of their job responsibilities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Oklahoma driver’s license for operating state-owned vehicles.
• Applicants must possess a valid Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) Peace Officer Certification or comparable peace officer certification recognized by CLEET prior to appointment.
• Must be able to pass OSBI and FBI background check.
• This position is subject to the risks inherent with criminal investigations and law enforcement and is authorized to carry a firearm and should be proficient with law enforcement tactics. 

Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8. Must be able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with the position.

Why You’ll Love It Here!

HOPE. COMPASSION. COMMITMENT. As a Hope-centered agency the Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) strives to provide Oklahoma youth and families with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. Our mission is to collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma Youth. Check out why we are passionate about juvenile affairs and believe it is the career for you!

Extensive Benefits: We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.  

• Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.  
• Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future.  

• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.

• Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it.  

• Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service.  

• Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.  

About Us: Our vision is that all Oklahoma youth and families have the resources and supports they need to reach their full potential. We collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma youth.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help change the lives of Oklahoma’s most at-risk youth!

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer

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.