INVESTIGATIVE SPECIALIST 1

About This JobLouisiana Department ofPublic Safety & Corrections –Corrections Serviceswww. doc. louisiana. govDivision of Probation & Parole – AdultSHREVEPORT DISTRICTShreveport, LouisianaThe Investigative Specialist serves as an assistant to Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2, 3 and P&P Specialist. It may be utilized in all 21 district offices of the Division of Probation and Parole. Probation and Parole consists of 21 District Offices and three Regional Offices throughout the State of Louisiana and is responsible for the supervision of more than 57,000 offenders with 753 total authorized positions. An Ideal Candidate Should Possess The Following Competencies: Making Accurate Judgments:

The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards. Thinking Critically: The ability to generate ideas, manipulate ideas, and make unconventional connections to develop original approaches. Using Data: The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action. Why work for DOC?Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development. Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues. Benefits:

DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements. Minimum QualificationsThree years of law enforcement, investigatory, or gaming regulation experience; ORSix years of full-time work experience in any field; ORA bachelor's degree.

Experience Substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Necessary Special Requirements: An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws are granted.

Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Job Duties and Other InformationRequests, receives, compiles, and disseminates criminal intelligence data. Completes routine field requests and gains proficiency in research, analytical, and system retrieval skills. Assists an Investigative Specialist 2 or 3 in complex criminal investigations. Performs background investigations of all applicants seeking approval by the Office of State Police, Gaming Enforcement Section and the Louisiana Gaming Control Board including gaming entities, employees, vendors, suppliers, etc.

Performs inspections of gaming operations and investigations into violations of statutes and administrative rules. Performs review and analysis of contractual agreements and other legal documents involving applicants and approved persons and/or entities to include gaming internal control documents, management agreements, etc. Conducts audits on Licensee gaming operators, employees, and vendor records. Work with: Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2, 3, P&P Specialist and Administrative Program Managers. Position-Specific Details: THIS POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS A PROBATIONAL APPOINTMENT or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE OF LOUISIANA STATE GOVERNMENT (State Employee)This Position May Be Filled As: DETAIL:

The selected employee may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted. PROBATIONAL APPOINTMENT: Current permanent status classified State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment, if selected. TEMPORARY JOB APPOINTMENT: This position may be filled by temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment. How To Apply: Exams and License RequirementsNo Civil Service Test Score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i. e. , relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. The hiring supervisor/manager has 90 days from the closing date of the announcement to make a hiring decision. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the interview process, should you be selected. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy contact: Laura Guillory or Zoei SonnierProbation & Parole Human Resources DepartmentDOC_P&P_HR@la. govLouisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service.

With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https: //info. groupbenefits. org/Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at https: //www. civilservice. louisiana. gov/Parental-Leave/Default. aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works).

These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www. lasersonline. org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www. trsl. org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www. lsers.

net), among others01Are you currently a permanent classified employee of Louisiana State Government (STATE EMPLOYEE)?YesNo02Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or felony or under indictment of a felony charge?YesNo03Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?YesNo04If 'YES', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A. 05MAJ:

Rate your ability to make accurate judgments based on our definition: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards. 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable making accurate judgments2= I have limited experience or require assistance to make accurate judgments3= I can make accurate judgments4= I can make accurate judgments and help others improve their ability to make accurate judgments06MAJ: Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 07TCr: Rate your ability to think critically based on our definition:

The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion. 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable thinking critically2= I have limited experience or require assistance to think critically3= I can think critically4= I can think critically and help others improve their ability to think critically08TCr: Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 09UD: Rate your ability to use data based on our definition: The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.

1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable using data2= I have limited experience or require assistance to use data3= I can use data4= I can use data and help others improve their ability to use data10UD: Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 11How did you hear about this position?Civil Service Website or social mediaRecruitment EventNewspaper AdDOC WebsiteDOC Employee ReferralLinkedInIndeedZipRecruiterGlassdoorMonsterFacebook/InstragramTwitterOther Required Question