Director of Internal Investigations

Position: Director of Investigations - State Operated Programs

Reports to: Assistant Commissioner Division: Office of Special Education

Classification: 12 Month, Full-time Professional Section: State Operated Programs

Location: Jefferson Building, Jefferson City, MO Pay Range: P8

Essential Functions:

This is a full-time, twelve-month, professional position in the field of internal investigations. The incumbent must have the ability to perform the essential functions below either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Conduct thorough investigations of suspected violations of state and federal law, administrative law, DESE, and State Operated Program policy violations or operating procedures. Maintain detailed and organized case files and investigative notes. Interview staff, purported victims, and other eyewitnesses. Review and analyze on-site layouts, witness statements, reports generated by another governmental agency or law enforcement, as well as any photographic, video, audio, or other technology-based evidence and information. Produce timely investigative analysis and reports in a factual and objective manner based on information learned from the investigation. Assist in developing training, guidance documents, policies, and statements related to program operations, practices, and procedures. Analyze investigations to identify program-wide issues and determine needs for targeted support, training, and mitigation strategies. Collaborate with State Operated Program administrators to create training to address issues identified through investigations. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with partnering agencies who serve children and young adults with disabilities. Maintain strict confidentiality of all information related to investigations, preserving facts, statements, and other evidence for use in legal, criminal, or administrative actions. Consult with the Chief Counsel’s Office and the Office of Human Resources on all investigative findings. Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Commissioner of the Office of Special Education.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

● Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Criminology, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or closely related field.

OR

● Four or more years of

○ Progressive experience in administrative or criminal investigations with a federal, state, or county governmental entity, insurance, law enforcement office, military, public assistance, licensing, or private program which investigates and reports to a court authority, or closely related area.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint),

Experience in web design (Drupal)

This position can be domicile in Jefferson City, St. Louis, Fulton, or Springfield, Missouri

REQUIRED TRAVEL: This position is required to travel occasionally in-state or out-of-state. Mileage and

other travel expenses will be reimbursed at the approved rate.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact: dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov .

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480; telephone number 573-751-9619 or TYY 800-735-2966.



To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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