DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Salary:  $61,515.00 - $82,189.00

To apply, you must go to the DPS website. Click here and follow the instructions to submit your on-line application.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking experienced law enforcement personnel to join our team as a Civilian Investigator Specialist responsible for conducting a variety of investigative or support responsibilities in the Department.  This is a non-sworn, unarmed position and will not have the primary mission of responding to in-progress incidents or making arrests.  Conducts or supports a wide range of criminal, administrative, and traffic-related investigations; performs audits, inspections, and inquiries as assigned.  Provides investigative support to Department employees and attorneys representing the Department. Performs related duties as assigned. This job is designated as uncovered.  The incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Department of Public Safety.

Requires a minimum of ten (10) years of law enforcement experience at the local, state, or federal level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
Five (5) years of assignments in investigative details and experience in homicide or law enforcement use of force investigations.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass 2-mile walk in under 40 minutes.
Must demonstrate ability to walk up twelve flights of stairs.  
Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver license at the time of employment.
May be required to travel to perform certain work functions.
May be required to respond to hearing and court appearances as needed.
Must obtain and retain Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Terminal Operator Certification (TOC) within six months of hire.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Office and/or field settings.
Must be able to work irregular work hours and weekends.
Must be available for callouts.
Must be able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds each, in compliance with OSHA regulations.
May be required to respond to crime scenes, collision scenes, or critical incidents.  
May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, fumes, or dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, or bodily fluids.

Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees in cooperation with the State of Arizona.
• Accrued vacation pay and sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Top-ranked retirement plans
• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
• Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
• Bus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 223-2290. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.