Investigative Research Specialist :: IN

Ability to

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including other Federal, State and Local investigative agencies.
• Anticipate need for information on related job functions and provide it in a timely manner.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations related to the collection, distribution, maintaining/protection of confidential information.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Work is performed in an open office setting.
• Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time.
• Climb a short flight of stairs.
• Operate assigned equipment.
• Bend, twist, squat, kneel or stoop to perform some duties.
• Be able to lift 30lbs. from a kneeling position.
• Might be exposed to law enforcement sensitive evidence and on rare occasions be exposed to evidence of potentially graphic or offensive material.
• May have to travel short distances for OIG job related functions, but no overnight requirements.

Required/Desired Skills

• Skill Required / Desired: Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law, or law enforcement. 0 Prior experience with investigative research and report writing in a complex role.
• Experience: 5 Years Prior exp. interpreting and applying policies, procedures, laws, and regulations related to the collection and protection of confidential information
• Experience: 5 Years Proven experience performing statistical analysis and generating reports.
• Experience: 5 Years Proven experience preparing and presenting written reports.
• Experience: 5 Years Proven experience creating link diagrams, flow charts, map diagrams, and overlays for presentations/legal proceedings.
• Experience: 5 Years Prior exp. developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with various government and law enforcement agencies.
• Skills: Proficiency in software applications including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Skills: Knowledge and use of different platforms.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Independence: Ability to work independently on assigned duties and projects.
• Problem-Solving: Providing input into identifying and solving problems.