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Position Description
The Anne Arundel County Police Department is committed to the pursuit of excellence. We uphold the public trust by being honest and maintaining the highest standards of ethical and moral character.
This posting will be used to fill a Full Time, Permanent, Safety-Sensitive Senior Special Investigator position within the Police Personnel Section of the Anne Arundel County Police Department.
This is lead level of investigation work conducting background investigations of candidates under consideration for Public Safety positions in Anne Arundel County. The employee assigned to this class provides guidance and direction to two or more investigators in an assigned unit.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
Work involves providing candidates with forms and questionnaires and evaluating information obtained; conducting background investigations based on information supplied by candidates, and developing other lines of inquiry, in accordance with Federal and local guidelines; ensuring that candidates are fingerprinted and photographed; and queries appropriate criminal information. Performs other related functions in support of the applicant hiring process.
The employee is supervised by a higher-level administrative official and is evaluated on the basis of timely and accurate background reports. The work involves travel to various locations inside and outside the County to verify information provided by applicants for public safety positions. Due to the nature of work, the employee may be required to work hours outside of the standard workday.
Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential job functions of all positions in the class).
Leads Special Investigators in the conduct of background investigations for County Public Safety organizations.
Assigns and examines work completed by the Special Investigator for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, and regulations.
Counsels Special Investigator and prepares performance appraisal recommendations for assigned staff.
Schedules and interviews applicants for Public Safety positions; obtains information regarding past employment, residences and criminal activity; explains the background process to candidates; obtains necessary release of signatures from candidates.
Visits candidate's place of past employment; reviews personnel records, interviews supervisors, and visits neighborhoods of candidates and conducts interviews.
Accesses MILES and NCIC records to determine any criminal convictions.
Develops comprehensive and confidential background reports which include candidates' work history and other related factors necessary to construct an employment profile.
Operates a motor vehicle to make in-person visits to other law enforcement agencies, employers, and other areas which are required to complete an in depth background investigation.
Plans and coordinates processing of Public Safety candidates.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of Federal and local guidelines related to conducting background investigations.
Knowledge of investigation techniques and procedures or application thereof.
Ability to employ sound principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision and the specific ability to lead others in the performance of investigatory work.
Ability to lead others performing the same work.
Ability to conduct in-depth pre-employment investigations.
Ability to prepare comprehensive written investigation reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to conduct interviews with job candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school; six (6) or more years of experience conducting investigations for a police department or other criminal justice agency, including applicant processing; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE: This position is safety sensitive and includes a comprehensive background investigation.
Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with the following:
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. Your response and lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
This position is "Safety Sensitive". This means, employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. Do you understand this?
Did you graduate from high school or obtain a GED?
Do you have six (6) or more years of experience conducting investigations for a police department or other criminal justice agency?
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
06
Did your experience conducting investigations include applicant processing for a police department or other criminal justice agency?
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
08
Do you have experience creating and reviewing policies and procedures?
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
10
Do youo have experience with managing the compliance of confidential data and sensitive information to include Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) and Maryland Criminal Justice Information System's Enforcement Resource System (METERS)?
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
12
Do you have experience with the utilization of an electronic background software, such as eSOPH (electronic Statement of Personal History)?
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
14
Do you possess a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license from the State or an equivalent license from another State?
Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.
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This position includes a comprehensive background investigation? Please indicate yes, if you understand this requirement.
The Anne Arundel County Police Department is committed to the pursuit of excellence. We uphold the public trust by being honest and maintaining the highest standards of ethical and moral character.
This posting will be used to fill a Full Time, Permanent, Safety-Sensitive Senior Special Investigator position within the Police Personnel Section of the Anne Arundel County Police Department.
This is lead level of investigation work conducting background investigations of candidates under consideration for Public Safety positions in Anne Arundel County. The employee assigned to this class provides guidance and direction to two or more investigators in an assigned unit.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
Work involves providing candidates with forms and questionnaires and evaluating information obtained; conducting background investigations based on information supplied by candidates, and developing other lines of inquiry, in accordance with Federal and local guidelines; ensuring that candidates are fingerprinted and photographed; and queries appropriate criminal information. Performs other related functions in support of the applicant hiring process.
The employee is supervised by a higher-level administrative official and is evaluated on the basis of timely and accurate background reports. The work involves travel to various locations inside and outside the County to verify information provided by applicants for public safety positions. Due to the nature of work, the employee may be required to work hours outside of the standard workday.
Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential job functions of all positions in the class).
Leads Special Investigators in the conduct of background investigations for County Public Safety organizations.
Assigns and examines work completed by the Special Investigator for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, and regulations.
Counsels Special Investigator and prepares performance appraisal recommendations for assigned staff.
Schedules and interviews applicants for Public Safety positions; obtains information regarding past employment, residences and criminal activity; explains the background process to candidates; obtains necessary release of signatures from candidates.
Visits candidate's place of past employment; reviews personnel records, interviews supervisors, and visits neighborhoods of candidates and conducts interviews.
Accesses MILES and NCIC records to determine any criminal convictions.
Develops comprehensive and confidential background reports which include candidates' work history and other related factors necessary to construct an employment profile.
Operates a motor vehicle to make in-person visits to other law enforcement agencies, employers, and other areas which are required to complete an in depth background investigation.
Plans and coordinates processing of Public Safety candidates.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of Federal and local guidelines related to conducting background investigations.
Knowledge of investigation techniques and procedures or application thereof.
Ability to employ sound principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision and the specific ability to lead others in the performance of investigatory work.
Ability to lead others performing the same work.
Ability to conduct in-depth pre-employment investigations.
Ability to prepare comprehensive written investigation reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to conduct interviews with job candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school; six (6) or more years of experience conducting investigations for a police department or other criminal justice agency, including applicant processing; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE: This position is safety sensitive and includes a comprehensive background investigation.
Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with the following:
- Experience creating and reviewing policies and procedures.
- Experience with managing the compliance of confidential data and sensitive information to include Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) and Maryland Criminal Justice Information System's Enforcement Resource System (METERS).
- Experience with the utilization of an electronic background software, such as eSOPH (electronic Statement of Personal History).
- Medical/Health Insurance Plans
- BlueChoice Advantage EPO
- BlueChoice Advantage PPO
- Dental Insurance
- CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
- CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
- CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
- Vision Insurance
- EyeMed
- Employee Life Insurance
- Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.
- Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
- Disability Income Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
- Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
- Direct Deposit
- Credit Union
- Holidays
- Twelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election year
- Annual Leave
- Less than 3 years - 13 days
- 3 to less than 15 years - 20 days
- 15 years or more - 26 days
- Disability Leave
- Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
- Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year
- Leave Sharing
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Health Care Reimbursement
- Voluntary Benefits
- Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
- Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
- United Legal Benefits
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. Your response and lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
This position is "Safety Sensitive". This means, employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. Do you understand this?
- Yes
- No
Did you graduate from high school or obtain a GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you have six (6) or more years of experience conducting investigations for a police department or other criminal justice agency?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
06
Did your experience conducting investigations include applicant processing for a police department or other criminal justice agency?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
08
Do you have experience creating and reviewing policies and procedures?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
10
Do youo have experience with managing the compliance of confidential data and sensitive information to include Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) and Maryland Criminal Justice Information System's Enforcement Resource System (METERS)?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
12
Do you have experience with the utilization of an electronic background software, such as eSOPH (electronic Statement of Personal History)?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
14
Do you possess a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license from the State or an equivalent license from another State?
- Yes
- No
Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.
16
This position includes a comprehensive background investigation? Please indicate yes, if you understand this requirement.
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
Salary : $100,000