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- Description
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PARTICIPATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO REGULAR CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES IN THE COUNTY OF MAUI.
Performs the full range of professional work in the planning, organizing, developing and conducting of complex, crime related research studies, investigations, and analyses involving a wide range of subject areas and information sources, including previously un-researched areas; analyzes data gathered and prepares reports and presentations of findings; testifies in court and at other legal proceedings; and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class is a single position class which performs a full range of professional work in the planning, organizing, developing and conducting of complex, crime related research studies, investigations, and analyses involving a variety of subject areas and information sources, including previously un-researched areas. - Examples of Duties
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The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.
- Plans, organizes, develops, and conducts complex, crime related research studies, investigations, and analyses involving a variety of subject areas and information sources that will yield pertinent data and have far-reaching ramifications;
- selects, modifies, and applies appropriate research methods and techniques to develop solutions for unique, complex, and sensitive problems;
- collects, develops, and verifies raw data from various sources such as case files, interview notes, questionnaires, periodicals, books, data bases, legal documents, and other relevant sources, and segregates and refines data in an orderly fashion;
- produces detailed intelligence reports of findings to be used for field operations, administrative purposes, legal proceedings, or informational presentations;
- identifies drug trafficking, gambling, prostitution, organized crime, and other organizations or individuals involved in illegal activities;
- assists and/or supports criminal investigations by analyzing networks, finances, telephone records, documents, events, etc.;
- produces post event analysis to aid case development, lead generation, and critiques;
- assists in the review, development, selection and procurement of computer databases, software, and hardware to support investigations;
- may occasionally instruct or oversee the work of others;
- may be required to make presentations at conferences, within the department, or in public;
- may be required and must be able to testify truthfully and persuasively in court and at other legal proceedings.
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Training and Experience: (1) Graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in business or public administration, economics, statistics, computer science, police science or a related field and three years of progressively responsible professional work experience which included the application of research methods and techniques and the analysis of data/findings to arrive at sound conclusions and recommendations, or (2) any equivalent combination of training and experience.
License Requirement: Possession of a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Hawaii (equivalent to Hawaii Type 3).
Knowledge of: advanced research methods and techniques; sources of available information; governmental organizations and their functions; socio-economic problems and conditions; principles and techniques used in report writing; computer operations and applications; applicable rules and laws governing evidence and information gathering.
Ability to: read, comprehend, interpret and apply complex laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; plan, organize and execute complex research projects; develop and modify existing research methods and techniques for use in various subject matter specialties; recognize and evaluate the critical factors and variables in research studies; analyze data; forecast trends from derived data and draw appropriate and reliable conclusions; prepare clear and concise written reports; prepare tables, charts, and graphs; work cooperatively and effectively with others; testify truthfully and persuasively in court.
Health and Physical Condition:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
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The County of Maui offers a generous benefit package, including the following:
Vacation
Eligible employees earn up to 21 days of vacation per year, with a maximum year-to-year carry over of 90 days. Eligibility to accrue vacation begins with the first work day.Sick Leave
Eligible employees accumulate up to 21 days of sick leave per year. Eligibility to accrue sick leave begins with the first work day, and there is no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.Retirement Plan
Eligible employees are required to join the State of Hawaii Employees Retirement System. This is a defined-benefit retirement plan. For additional information, please visit the ERS website at http://ers.ehawaii.gov/Health Benefit Plans
The County of Maui offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:- Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
- Vision Plan
- Dental Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund, and contributions are payroll deducted.
Group Life Insurance
Group life insurance is provided at no cost to eligible employees.Holidays
The County observes 13 holidays per year (14 in an election year).Deferred Compensation Plan
Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.Flex Spending Plan
Eligible employees can also participate in the County’s Flexible Spending plan, a way to set aside a portion of pay, before taxes, to pay for qualifying dependent care or medical expenses.Employee Assistance Program
The County also offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work related problems.Training
The County provides its employees with a variety of up-to-date training opportunities (i.e., computer application, professional seminars, heavy equipment operation, administrative & clerical skills, personal safety, etc.) to help them increase their knowledge, gain new skills, and to be more satisfied and effective in their jobs.Leave Sharing
The County’s leave sharing program allows employees to donate accumulated vacation leave credits to a qualified fellow employee who has a serious personal illness or injury.Note: Specific benefits and their associated premiums are subject to collective bargaining, and are subject to change. Benefits may vary for temporary, hourly, and half-time employees.
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Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with major work in business or public administration, economics, statistics, computer science, police science or a related field?
Note: You must attach a copy of your college degree stating field of study or a copy of your official college transcript.- Yes
- No
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Do you have three years of full-time, progressively responsible professional work experience which included the application of research methods and techniques and the analysis of data/findings to arrive at sound conclusions and recommendations?- Yes
- No
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If yes, please indicate at which employer(s) you gained this experience and include your specific job duties responsibilities in your above application. (See “resume” is not acceptable).* Required Question
