This posting is for the State of Hawai’i, Legislature, Hawai‘i State Ethics Commission
The position is located on the Island of Oahu (Downtown Honolulu).
Salary: Commensurate with Experience and Education
If you have any questions regarding this non-civil service exempt position, please contact Robert Harris at (808) 587-0460 (Monday – Friday, 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. HST).
The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Hawai’i State Ethics Commission .
Duties Summary
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Investigator performs the following duties:
A. Investigate Cases
1. Independently conducts investigations within the scope of the Ethics Commission.
2. Assumes full responsibility for performing investigations characterized by their complex nature and broad scope.
3. Receives and analyzes complaints and allegations to:
i. Identify the issues involved and the types of evidence that will be sought in each case.
ii. Determine the priority, scope, timing and direction of the investigation.
iii. Develops an investigative plan designed to obtain evidence or facts.
4. Gathers facts, develops information, and recovers evidence needed to prove or disprove allegations of wrongdoing by:
i. Developing investigative leads based upon fragmentary information;
ii. Locating and interviewing complainants, witnesses, or other individuals pertinent to investigations;
iii. Identifying and questioning subjects and witnesses and obtaining statements;
iv. Cultivating and using information and other sources of information;
v. Obtaining, examining, and analyzing records, documents, or other information relevant to Commission investigations;
vi. Using photographic, video, audio or other specialized equipment to record evidence; and
vii. Verifying information obtained to establish the accuracy, credibility, and authenticity of facts or evidence.
5. Prepares investigation summaries and reports:
i. Presents findings in clear, logical, impartial, and properly documented investigative reports for use in Commission proceedings or other disposition.
ii. Transcribes witness interviews where necessary.
6. Conducts follow-up investigations of cases as directed.
7. Serves subpoenas.
8. Maintains effective working relations with other government and private agencies.
9. Acts as a liaison between the various governmental agencies.
B. Presents Evidence at Administrative/Judicial Proceedings
1. Presents evidence at administrative/judicial hearings regarding investigations and investigative findings.
2. Testifies in person and/or in writing in clear, logical, and impartial fashion for use in administrative and/or judicial proceedings.
C. Other Duties
1. Attends training conferences, seminars, workshops, etc., to keep abreast of current law
enforcement methods and techniques.
2. Assists the Executive Director in establishing policies and procedures for best practices relating to investigations.
3. Prepares other reports as required.
4. Performs other related duties as required.
CONTROLS OVER THE POSITION
Supervisor. Pursuant to HRS section 84-35, serves at the pleasure of the Commission. Reports to the Commission’s Executive Director. Subject to periodic performance evaluations by the Executive Director.
Full-time or Part-time employment. Shall dedicate the necessary time and effort to perform all duties described herein on a full-time or part-time basis as set by the Executive Director. Shall not engage in any part-time or other employment that conflicts, detracts, or prevents the performance of all required duties in a prompt and efficient manner.
Standards of Conduct. Shall comply with the standards of conduct for state employees pursuant to HRS Chapter 84, the State Ethics Code. Shall file an annual financial disclosure statement in accordance with HRS section 84-17(c)(3). Shall comply with all state, county, and federal laws in conducting investigations.
Prohibition from political activity. Pursuant to HRS section 84-35.5, shall not take an active part in political management or in political campaigns during the term of office or employment.
TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter and résumé to [email protected]. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. If submitting an application via e-mail poses a hardship to you, please contact us via phone (808-587-0460), fax (808-587-0470), e-mail ([email protected]), or mail at 1001 Bishop Street #970, Honolulu, HI 96813.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK REQUIREMENT: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
In accordance with HRS section 78-1(c), shall be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States; and shall become a resident of the State within thirty days after beginning employment as a condition of eligibility for continued employment
Shall have the following:
Basic Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent experience.
Specialized Experience: Progressively responsible professional investigative experience demonstrating:
initiative, ingenuity, resourcefulness, and judgment required to collect, assemble, and develop facts and other pertinent data;
the ability to think logically and objectively, to analyze and evaluate facts, evidence and related information, and arrive at sound conclusions;
skill in written and oral reports and presentation of investigative findings in a clear and concise manner;
tact, discretion, and capacity for obtaining the cooperation and confidence of others.
Integrity, honesty, trustworthiness, and ability to maintain confidentiality of information acquired.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of search and seizure laws, investigative report writing, principles and practices of investigation, interviewing and interrogating methods and techniques.
Ability to plan, organize, and conduct investigative tasks; deal effectively with the public and other staff; write clear and concise reports; interpret and enforce laws, rules and regulations; secure, evaluate, and analyze data and information, prepare case records.
Ability to operate various types of visual and audio recording equipment.
Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, PowerPoint, as well internet-based research.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Willingness and ability to travel to neighbor islands to conduct investigations.
RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS
Significant experience assisting with litigation, working with attorneys, and presenting evidence to judges, juries, and/or other adjudicatory bodies.
Knowledge of rules of legal evidence.
Knowledge of state government organization and interagency relationships.
Familiarity with state ethics laws.
State Driver’s License and access to an automobile preferred.
Other Information
This position is exempt from the civil service and considered temporary in nature. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be “at will,” which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative of your department head or designee at any time.
Salary
Depending on Experience
Benefits
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Retirement plan, Paid time off, Flexible schedule, Professional development assistance.
Submit resumes to:
[email protected] Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to: Robert Harris
Address: 1001 Bishop Street, Ste 970, Honolulu, HI 96813
or send email to: [email protected]
Direct all inquiries regarding this position to:
Robert Harris at (808) 587-0460.
Name of organization: Hawai’i State Ethics Commission
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (808) 587-0460 Monday – Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (HST)
NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Hawai’i State Ethics Commission regarding this exempt position.
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