Investigator 3 (Portland Child Advocacy) - Underfill Opportunity

Conducting field investigations (including, but not limited to, static and mobile surveillance, interviews, and service) under the direction of section attorneys.

Conducting open-source internet research using database systems and reviewing documents and information to locate individuals, conduct background checks, and gather evidence.

Effecting service of process of legal documents upon difficult to locate subjects.

Identifying, locating, and interviewing witnesses.

Identifying, locating, and preserving digital and physical evidence; Using photography and digital sound recording equipment.

Preparing written reports on activities for section attorneys.

Working closely with the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) caseworkers and other staff as our client agency.

Preparing for, testifying at, and being subject to cross examination in juvenile court hearings.

Completing other Section related duties and special projects as assigned.

Interacting with difficult and challenging individuals.

Four years of recent (within last ten years) full-time investigative experience which included conducting fact finding; collecting and preserving evidence according to the rules of evidence; examining records; locating and interviewing witnesses to verify or disprove claims of suspected law violations; and writing investigation reports sufficient for use at administrative hearings or in court. Examples of qualifying investigation experience are in areas such as law enforcement investigation, insurance investigation, investigative trial support, or financial fraud investigation. College-level courses in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Law, Accounting, or Auditing may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to one year of the required experience.

Two years of recent (within the last five years) investigative experience which included gathering facts, collecting evidence, examining records, and conducting interviews to verify or disprove claims of suspected law violations. College-level courses in law enforcement, criminal justice, law, accounting, auditing, or a closely-related field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to one year of the required experience.

Experience in conducting field investigations and surveillance.

Experience using investigation tools, the internet, and computer software to prepare reports and exhibits.

Experience and knowledge in applying statutes, rules, and procedures.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated skill in critical thinking.

Excellent communication skills and experience interviewing witnesses in a community setting from various social and economic backgrounds.

Experience working with confidential information and privileged communications.

Experience in the collection, organization, and analysis of large volumes of information from multiple sources.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and prioritize own work.

Experience testifying in a courtroom setting.

LEDS certification.

Ability to apply de-escalation techniques when dealing with difficult and challenging individuals.

Job satisfaction as part of a team whose mission is to serve Oregon's public and government agencies.

Permanent, full-time employment.

Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays a year, and special days off.

Excellent medical, vision, and dental.

Pension and retirement programs.

Endless peer and management support, and representation by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Opportunity to expand your professional skills.

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