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Join our team of over 100 persons in the Anoka County Attorney's Office who are united by a common mission to preserve the public's trust and serve the interests of justice. We do this by bringing our very best to work every day and serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens with respect and compassion. Anoka County Attorney's Office Investigations Division has two investigator classifications, an Investigator I position as well as an Investigator II position. The difference in the two positions include but are not limited to: years of general experience and specialized investigative knowledge (ex. Digital forensics, welfare fraud, law enforcement investigations, technological investigations, etc.). This posting is for an Investigator II. This position will work within the Anoka County Attorney's Office Investigation Division which handles a variety of assignments including the investigation of criminal cases, participation in civil cases on behalf of the County, as well as conducting internal investigations related to allegations of county employee misconduct. This position is also responsible for investigating and assisting in other matters as assigned and assuring that general policies and statutory responsibilities are followed. This position will act as liaison between investigators, law enforcement, the general public, and attorney staff. Other duties to be completed as assigned by the Investigations Division Manager. This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefit-eligible position located at the Anoka County Government Center in downtown Anoka. After the successful completion of the initial 6 months probationary period, this position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, including a hybrid schedule with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. The work schedule is subject to change based on business needs and supervisor approval. In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on January 12th in order to be considered. Interviews will be held in person January 20th, 2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Pay and Benefits * Anoka County Salary Schedule, for Investigator II, Grade 34: $35.68 to $49.95 per hour ($74,214.40 to $103,896.00 per year). Offer to be commensurate with experience. * 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. * Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at ******************************************* * Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. * Anoka County employees participate in Public Employers. Retirement Plan (PERA) with contributions from both the employer and the employee. * The Anoka County Attorney's office values its employees and invests in their professional growth and development. * Employees have advancement and professional development opportunities. Job Duties and Responsibilities These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary capabilities and responsibilities of an Anoka County Attorney's Office Investigator Criminal Investigations: * Investigation of suspected public assistance fraud cases referred to Anoka County from the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Minnesota Department of Children, Youth and Families, or identified by Anoka County Economic Assistance. * Investigation of suspected cases of financial exploitation of vulnerable adults referred from Anoka County Adult Protection and law enforcement agencies. * Investigation of varying complex financial crimes referred by law enforcement agencies. * Interviewing witnesses, suspects, and others with case knowledge, gathering evidence related to investigations, preserving evidence and the chain of custody to assure admissibility in court. * Accurately drafting court documents as appropriate for completion of cases, i.e., investigative reports, administrative subpoenas, search warrants, and complaints. Civil Investigations: * Investigation of civil matters to provide the basis for county action in fraud cases, tort defense, discrimination, sexual harassment, employee discipline, and other matters that may be appropriate. * Work collaboratively with other county departments on the detection and investigation of fraud and, from time to time on comprehensive internal employment investigations. * Work collaboratively with Elections and Voter Registration to investigate voting irregularities, violations, and voter fraud. Attorney and Administrative Assistance: * Assist Anoka County departments in acquiring case-specific information utilizing a variety of open-source and law enforcement tools. * Facilitate the service of subpoenas upon request from attorney staff. * Work alongside county attorney and administrative staff, assisting in a variety of functions. * Other duties as assigned by the Investigations Division Manager and the County Attorney. Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed: * Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of experience at the Investigator I level. * In lieu of required education, an equivalent combination of law enforcement education and investigations experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. * Completed background investigation, including a Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) background check and fingerprinting. * Consideration of references about your demeanor, ability to work as a team member, and skill set. This is a non-sworn position that does not require candidates to possess a peace officers license or be eligible for a peace officers license. Preferred Qualifications for All Investigators: * Familiarity with various MN State systems such as MAXIS, DVS, FASE, MyBCA, eCharging, etc. * Understanding of federal and state laws, regulations, and concepts and guidelines relating to criminal and civil law. * Previous law enforcement investigative experience. * Fraud investigations experience - specifically surrounding welfare assistance, medical assistance, or related types of public assistance. * Investigative interviewing training and experience. * Certifications in digital forensics. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: To qualify for the Investigator II position, a candidate must meet the minimum qualifications listed above and possess experience in some or all of the following areas: * Advanced knowledge of investigative techniques, procedures, rules of evidence, court procedures, and statutes which support investigative findings. * In-depth criminal/civil investigations procedural knowledge sufficient to complete comprehensive investigations from start to finish. * The ability to effectively manage a caseload of approximately 10-25 or more cases, utilizing time responsibly. * Advanced knowledge of complex financial crimes investigations. * Advanced knowledge of drafting search warrants, subpoenas, and service. * Highly proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel). * Ability to organize, sort, analyze data, banking records, and related evidentiary materials. * Prior experience testifying in criminal/civil court proceedings. * Investigative experience in one or more specialized fields (ex. digital forensics, insurance investigations, banking investigations, etc). * Professional certification(s) in an investigative field or prior experience training investigators or law enforcement. * The ability to effectively and timely manage a continual caseload and to work cases to resolution within established time periods. * Advanced training and experience in interviewing and interrogation. * Advanced knowledge in welfare fraud, childcare fraud, or other public assistance fraud case types. * Advanced analytical and research skills. * Experience analyzing technological records (ex. IP addresses, CDRs, Fintech records). Work Location * This position is located at the Anoka County Government Center in Anoka. * Most work is conducted on site at the Anoka County Government Center and the attached Courthouse. * Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Schedule may vary based on business needs and supervisory approval. * Occasional extra hours and evening hours are required. Physical Demands and Work Environment * Work will be performed in a professional office environment alongside other investigators from the Anoka County Attorney's Office. Some field work will be required * Standard office environment, courtrooms, travel to various county work sites and meetings as needed. * Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment. * Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. * Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. * Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions. * Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Selection Process It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Pre-employment Requirements Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. About Anoka County As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here. Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at ************ and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: *********************************** Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: ********************************************