Director of Internal Investigations
- State of Missouri
- Jefferson City, MO, USA
- $60,648 yearly
Job Description
Position: Director of Investigations - State Operated Programs
Reports to: Assistant Commissioner Division: Office of Special Education
Classification: 12 Month, Full-time Professional Section: State Operated Programs
Location: Jefferson Building, Jefferson City, MO Pay Range: P8
Responsibilities - What you’ll doEssential Functions:
This is a full-time, twelve-month, professional position in the field of internal investigations. The incumbent must have the ability to perform the essential functions below either with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Conduct thorough investigations of suspected violations of DESE and state operated program school policies and state and federal law. Investigations may involve but are not limited to alleged violations of policies/laws related to student safety, potential child abuse and neglect, and failure to report such events.
- Maintain detailed and organized case files and investigative notes.
- Interview staff, purported victims, and other eyewitnesses.
- Review and analyze on-site layouts, witness statements, reports generated by another governmental agency or law enforcement, as well as any photographic, video, audio, or other technology-based evidence and information.
- Produce timely investigative draft reports in a factual and objective manner based on information learned from the investigation.
- Consult and collaborate with attorneys in Chief Counsel's office in finalizing investigative reports.
- Assist in developing training, guidance documents, policies, and statements related to program operations and practices.
- Analyze investigations to identify program-wide issues and determine needs for targeted support, training, and mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with state operated program administrators to create training to address issues identified through investigations.
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with partnering agencies who serve children and young adults with disabilities.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all information related to investigations.
- Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Commissioner of the Office of Special Education.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree with major in human resources, law enforcement, organizational development, or related discipline.
OR
- Four or more years of
- investigative experience with a federal, state, or county governmental entity, insurance, law enforcement office, military, public assistance, licensing, or private program which investigates and reports to a court authority; or
- human resource experience; or
- administrative experience at an elementary or secondary school.
OR
- A combination of education and experience.
Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
Physical requirements: Must be able to lift 10 pounds.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint),
Experience in web design (Drupal)
REQUIRED TRAVEL: This position is required to travel occasionally in-state or out-of-state. Mileage and
other travel expenses will be reimbursed at the approved rate.
Job Details - More reasons to love this positionThe State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:If you have questions about this position please contact: dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480; telephone number 573-751-9619 or TYY 800-735-2966.
To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.
Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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