ASP/CACD INVESTIGATOR
Harrison, AR, US, 72745
Position Number: 22168988
County: Boone; Benton; Carroll
Posting End Date: 9/20/2024
Anticipated Starting Salary: 39770
The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to enhance the safety and security of all Arkansans through ethical, character-driven behavior that promotes professionalism, clear communication, and accountability while serving as the state’s premier public safety agency.
This position is Safety Sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, random, and for-cause drug screenings.
If you are requesting veteran’s preference, please include your DD214.
Investigate allegations of child abuse while working in conjunction with state and/or local law enforcement investigators, prosecutor’s offices, employees of the Arkansas Department of Human Services, agency policies and protocols, and interagency agreements. Conduct interviews, may assist in criminal investigations, and enter information into the Children’s Reporting and Information System (CHRIS). Compile documentation, reports, and transcripts of all allegations of child abuse. Present factual testimony in Administrative hearings, Juvenile and Criminal proceedings. Perform other duties as assigned.
Special Requirements: Occasional 24 hour emergency on-call duty is required. Frequent in state travel is required.
Position Information
Class Code: X107C
Grade: GS06
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00
Summary
Functions
Investigates allegations of child abuse while working in conjunction with state and/or local law enforcement investigators, prosecuting attorney's offices, employees of the Arkansas Department of Human Services, agency policies and protocols, and interagency agreements. Conducts interviews, may assist in criminal investigation, and enters information into the Children's Reporting and Information System (CHRIS). Compiles documentation, reports, and transcripts of all allegations of child abuse. Presents factual testimony in administrative hearings, juvenile proceedings, and criminal proceedings. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
Occasional twenty-four (24) hour emergency on-call duty & frequent in-state travel is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the principles and practices of investigations in general. Knowledge of child abuse issues and state and federal laws and regulations. Knowledge of the social issues in child maltreatment investigation. Ability to understand and prepare written and oral information. Ability to apply laws, regulations, and protocols to investigative determinations. Ability to read and interpret federal rules and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education of a bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, criminology, or related field; OR the formal education equivalent of a high school diploma plus five years of experience in law enforcement, including two years of experience in criminal investigation. Must possess a valid Arkansas driver's license. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management.
Licenses
OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Fayetteville
