Senior Commissioned Investigator - 7022013

About the role

The State of Missouri's Department of Revenue, Compliance & Investigation Bureau is seeking an experienced investigator who is self-motivated and focused on identifying fraud and enforcing Missouri’s revenue and motor vehicle laws. The Compliance & Investigation Bureau is part of the Motor Vehicle and Driver Licensing Division and is overseen by a Chief Administrator and Special Agent in Charge.

Responsibilities

• Directs and/or conducts investigations of suspected violations and incidents relating to fraud within the Department of Revenue.
• Interviews or directs the interview of staff, victims, suspects, and witnesses to obtain verbal and written statements.
• Obtains evidence and ensures adherence to chain of custody standards, maintaining proper measures of custodial control.
• Locates and interviews individuals and representatives of business or governmental entities to obtain evidence of suspected violations or diversion efforts.
• Ensures compliance and initiates enforcement of state statutes and regulations regarding motor vehicle dealers, marine dealers, salvage businesses, towing companies, and contracted DMV license offices.
• Serves as a liaison with internal staff, law enforcement agencies, prosecuting attorneys' offices, and other governmental entities during investigative and surveillance activities.
• Administers instructive courses to external law enforcement agencies on the roles and responsibilities of the Department of Revenue.
• Compiles, analyzes, evaluates, and preserves facts, statements, affidavits, and other evidence for use in legal actions, and prepares detailed reports of investigative findings.
• Conducts confidential internal investigations of staff involving theft, misfeasance, malfeasance of state funds, or abuse of programs or policies.
• Examines and analyzes a variety of records to secure information concerning suspected violations of federal, state, and local laws and/or regulations.
• Prepares and issues subpoenas.
• Testifies in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings.
• Exercises independence and initiative in performing responsibilities; receives general administrative direction.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Self-Directed
• Customer Service Friendly
• Excellent Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Detail Oriented
• Neat and Organized
• Superb Interpersonal Skills

Requirements

• Possession of a current Missouri Peace Officer License, in good standing.
• Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.
• Computer literate with a good understanding of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to write well-written reports with proper grammar and spelling.
• Prior investigative or auditing experience in financial or resources investigations, civil, administrative, or criminal investigative experience (e.g., tax fraud, business licensing, ID fraud, etc.); or as a law enforcement officer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience in law enforcement or a closely related field.
• Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis in Criminal Justice, Accounting, Auditing, or related areas, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of and experience with Missouri’s motor vehicle, driver license, and dealership laws/regulations.

Benefits

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.

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Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift or time-of-service pay).