Working Title: Special Investigator - Investigation Specialist

Job Class: Investigation Specialist

Agency: Corrections Dept

• Job ID : 84503

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes - Hybrid schedule

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/01/2025

• Closing Date : 03/14/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corr-Ctl Off-Comm Svc-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Corrections - Central Office / DOC State Prog Admin Mgr-OPA

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, with exceptions as needed

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, limited travel required between facilities

• Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position conducts thorough, objective investigations and provides investigative research and support for the Department of Corrections (DOC), including investigating reported violations of state and agency anti-discrimination policies. Responsibilities include:

• Conduct investigations into reported violations of the agency's policies so complaints are addressed and resolved at the earliest possible stage.

• Conduct research and provide information and advice regarding agency employment and investigation practices, within the framework of employment law and state/agency policy.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state and agency policies; draft policy revisions as directed; maintain current knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to employment law and discrimination; and, as directed, review legislation and laws and recommend strategies for implementation.

To promote a culture of flexibility, we offer staff a hybrid work environment that varies by team, position, and business needs. This position will have the option to telework and will require regular travel to Minnesota Correctional Facilities (MCFs) to conduct investigative activities. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or a bordering state in a county along the Minnesota state line.

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• Three (3) years of experience conducting investigations within a legal, civil rights, law enforcement, corrections, human resources or labor relations setting. ( *An Associates degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Law, Public Administration, Public Policy, Sociology, or related field may substitute for six (6) months of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a field above may substitute for one (1) year of experience, a JD or Master’s degree in a field above may substitute for 18 months of experience. ) Experience must include all of the following:

• Demonstrated use of investigative interview techniques sufficient to collect information from witnesses and third-party sources;

• Preparing complex investigative reports; and

• Identifying and gathering evidence from multiple sources.

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external customers by writing, preparing, and editing reports, letters, and other documents, while using correct spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence construction.

• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and effective interpersonal skills in dealing with others, often in demanding situations and under critical time constraints.

• Proven analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills sufficient to manage multiple issues at once while evaluating the information provided and determining an appropriate course of action.

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Word and Excel, and strong keyboarding skills.

• Possession of a valid Driver's License.

Applicants who are selected to interview may also be asked to provide a writing sample and/or complete a writing exercise.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in criminal justice, public policy, public administration, or a humanities-related field.

• Juris Doctorate.

• Experience conducting investigations into alleged employee misconduct.

• Experience conducting investigations into alleged sexual harassment or protected class discrimination/harassment.

• Experience conducting investigations in law enforcement or correctional settings.

• Formal training in investigative interview methods.

• One or more years experience in labor relations or human resources performance management.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Katie Wynn ( Katie.Wynn@state.mn.us ).

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.