Investigation officer job description

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates reachable on the Civil Service Eligible list(s) will be canvassed. However, you may also apply if you are eligible for appointment by one of the following qualifications:

PROVISIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Investigative Officer (Public Work Wage) Trainee: Either 1. Four years of qualifying experience* or investigative experience*; Or 2. an associate's degree and two years of qualifying experience* or investigative experience*; Or 3. a bachelor's degree or higher.

Investigative Officer 1 (Public Work Wage): Either 1. Five years of qualifying experience* or investigative experience*; Or 2. an associate's degree and three years of full-time qualifying experience* or investigative experience*; Or 3. a bachelor's degree or higher and one year of qualifying experience* or investigative experience*.

* Qualifying Experience:

Either 1. The required number of years of experience must be in administration of one or more of the following specific area(s):

* Comprehensive on-site construction project management;
* Labor and prevailing wage rate record-keeping, and auditing;
* Payroll administration for a construction business;
* Human resources administration for a construction business;
* Labor relations/union contract administration;
* Commercial and industrial project budgeting, and estimating;
* Construction accounting;
* Technical project inspection, and evaluation;
* Regulatory construction-oriented MWBE compliance;
* Work site safety compliance/reporting; or
* OSHA coordination.

Or 2. The required number of years of experience must be in a combination of administration of one or more of the specific areas identified above and experience in one or more of the following:

* Architecture,
* Landscape architecture/design,
* Drafting,
* Surveying, or
* Construction trade experience: Boilermaker, Carpenter, Electrician, Elevator Mechanic/Construction, Ironworker, Mason, Operating Engineer, Painter, Roofer, Sheetmetal Worker, Heavy Equipment Operator, Welder, Concrete Finisher, Plumber, or HVAC Technician.

Construction project management is defined as performing all of the following specific duties for an employer:

* Directs construction activities and coordinates the efforts of project resources including but not limited to labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
* Manages the day-to-day activities of the construction operation, documentation of activities on a daily basis, including compliance with project safety requirements and time and cost schedule.
* Communicates effectively with management, client, property manager, and construction team.
* Confers with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
* Investigative experience is defined as gathering and securing information and evidence from a variety of sources through independent, non-structured activities including the preparation and submission of detailed narrative reports describing the method of gathering the evidence and the results of the investigation. Experience in auditing, interviewing, building security surveillance, traffic enforcement, or performing routine inspections or surveys will not be considered investigative experience.

FINGERPRINTING/BACKGROUND CHECK: Some positions may require a fingerprint/background check. If the position you applied for requires fingerprinting, you will be advised at the time of your interview. There is no cost to candidates, fingerprinting fees are paid for by the Department of Labor. Candidates being considered for appointment will be provided a pre-paid code and instructions after the interview.

55b/c language: This position may be designated 55b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Please provide a copy of your 55b/55c letter when applying.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* General computer knowledge and familiarity in Microsoft Office applications
* Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders

Duties Description STANDARD DUTIES: As an Investigative Officer 1 (Public Work Wage), under supervision of an Investigative Officer 2 (Public Work Wage), Grade 20 you would:

* Enforce the provisions of Articles 8, 8A, and 9 of the New York State Labor Law which requires that the prevailing wage rate be paid to workers on public work construction project
* Gather information used in setting the prevailing rates;
* Inspect payroll records to determine compliance with the law;
* Investigate to determine the proper classification of work;
* Inspect jobs to ascertain if the proper rate has been paid;
* Investigate allegations of underpayments, kickbacks, and falsified payrolls.
* Prepare and give testimony in Administrative Hearings and/or a Court of Law for criminal infractions of Articles 8, 8A, and 9.

These positions require travel which may involve occasional overnight stays to conduct field investigations.

Additional Comments Pending Funding Approval

Occasional overnight travel required.

As this position requires travel, the appointee must have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State and have a motor vehicle or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of experience as an animal services officer. Must provide means of being contacted by phone. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience may be considered for trainee status.

A valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.

As a condition of employment, incumbents must meet all Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) requirements/prerequisites to handle controlled substances and be a certified Animal Control Officer through the Florida Animal Control Association (FACA) at time of employment. In addition, they must pass the Euthanasia Technician Certification Course through FACA and become a Florida Notary Public within six (6) months of date of hire. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and criminal history background investigation are required prior to employment.

Position Summary

This is specialized enforcement and investigative work for Alachua County Animal Services.

This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work.

An employee assigned to this classification investigates animal cruelty and neglect charges and performs related duties to promote compliance with Alachua County ordinances regulating animal treatment.

Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of the results obtained.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Exudes a positive customer service focus.

Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication.

Investigates pet shops, pet fairs, boarding kennels and other animal establishments.

Conducts investigations and files reports of complaints of animal cruelty, abandonment and neglect.

Prepares and executes search warrants.

Prepares written investigative reports, issues warning notices or citations, and takes sworn statements that may result in court action.

Testifies in civil or criminal court.

Picks up and impounds stray or at-large animals. Removes animals from inhumane conditions and examines animals to determine need of services from veterinarian.

Drives vehicle to transport animals to shelter for treatment and care. Provides for care and maintenance of assigned vehicles, equipment and facilities.

Responsible for humane euthanasia of designated animals in accordance with department procedure policy, applicable laws and regulations and best practices.

Responds to serious animal control problems in the field; Operates tranquilizing equipment to subdue dangerous animals when necessary;

Prepares rabies specimens for laboratory tests. May transport rabies specimen.

Builds strong working relationships with department staff, County departments, animal welfare partners and other local and state partners.

Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.

NOTE: The examples listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of County ordinances regulating animal control and related legal procedures.

Considerable knowledge of the Gainesville/Alachua County geographical area.

Ability to comprehend and enforce County ordinances as they relate to animal services.

Ability to deal effectively with the public, especially during emotional or stressful situations.

Ability to effectively investigate complaints and prepare appropriate documentation.

Ability tohandle animals safely, effectively, and with compassionin all situations.

Ability to comprehend and utilize legal and court procedures as they apply to Alachua County Animal Services Ordinances.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions.

Ability to deal effectively with outside agencies, other County employees and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.