A Police Commission Investigator independently conducts investigations of a confidential nature derived from complaints against the Police Department and its members; interviews witnesses and complainants; determines facts and develops and evaluates evidence; secures information to substantiate findings; prepares comprehensive reports on findings; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancy Information:
There is one (1) vacancy with the Honolulu Police Commission, located in Honolulu. Work may require entering highly dangerous neighborhoods and being subjected to verbal and physical confrontations with complainants, witnesses, and other individuals. Work schedule varies according to availability of witnesses (may be required to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays). In addition, the position requires use of a personal vehicle (will be reimbursed for mileage).
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used for current and future vacancies in this department.
Applications must be submitted online by January 20, 2024, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university with major work in social work, sociology, psychology, public administration, or a related field.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Three (3) years of responsible investigative work experience.
Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of investigational methods and techniques; rules of legal evidence; interviewing and interrogating methods and techniques; and report writing. Additionally, such experience must have demonstrated the ability to interpret laws, rules, and regulations; and obtain and analyze data. Investigative experience should include the areas of fraud, malfeasance, or other areas of criminal investigation.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid appropriate driver’s license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment.
(The current vacancy requires a Type 3/automobile license, prior to appointment, and a Notary Public Commission from the Hawaii Department of the Attorney General, prior to completion of probation.)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation………………………………..100%
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
— Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
— Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
— Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
— Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
— Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
— Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
— Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future…choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
— Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
— Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
— Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
— Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
— Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
— Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
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Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your Bachelor’s degree in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents by the closing date of this recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
Do you meet the education and experience requirement?
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Provide the following information about how you conducted your investigations:
1) Describe in detail the type(s) of investigations you conducted. What were you investigating, and what laws, ordinances, rules, and/or regulations were involved?
2) Describe in detail the types of individuals you interviewed and/or interrogated (e.g., witnesses, suspects, etc.), the methods you used to locate these individuals, and the interviewing and interrogation methods and techniques you used.
3) Describe in detail the types of evidence you obtained and the methods you used to gather such evidence.
4) Describe the complexities involved in conducting these investigations, and explain how you handled these issues.
5) State the total number of investigations (approximately) that you conducted in this position.
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NOTE: Materials for claiming veteran’s preference points (e.g., DD214 form, etc.) must be mailed to the following address within 7 days of filing this application: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Electronic attachments of materials for claiming veteran’s preference points will not be accepted.
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