Investigator 2

If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you! Are you a self-starter with an interest in background investigation? Do you thrive in a team environment? Do you want a position with career growth opportunities? About the Agency & Division: The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies. The Human Resource Division (HRD) provides human resource services to supervisors, managers, and employees. The Investigator 2 position is responsible for completing complex and detailed background investigations of all agency applicants in a timely manner. Investigator 2 conducts household and neighbor interviews, all investigative follow‑up, sends and receives numerous files to and from Investigator 3, and corroborates and shares information with other investigators as necessary. Maintaining high quality background investigations is critical to assist hiring managers in making important hiring decisions. Our new teammate will be able to: Function as an impartial investigator of varying difficulty and complex cases. Confer with background investigators in developing investigative strategies for each applicant and ensure those strategies are consistent with WSP Hiring Standards and comply with applicable state and federal laws. Receive and provide guidance as needed to other background investigators. Research, analyze, and evaluate information from multiple sources. Conduct detailed field investigations which include interviewing applicants current and former employers, personal references, and neighbors. Gathers, reviews, evaluates records from other agencies as needed to include Law Enforcement agencies. Complete case summaries, detailed logs, and reports. Forward all reports to an Investigator 3 for review. Conduct follow‑up investigations as needed. Receive and review all background files assigned from an investigator 3. Plan your investigative strategy. Act as a primary backup to an Investigator 3 as needed. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalence. Prior Law Enforcement with interviewing/investigative experience. Ability to be self‑motivated and maintain superior work ethic without direct supervision. Ability to maintain confidential material in a manner prescribed by department policy and law. Why work for the Washington State Patrol? A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions. An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long‑term health values of infant‑parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns. Continuous growth and development opportunities. Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work. Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01. Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program. NOTE: This is not a full‑time telework position. Candidates must be able and willing to work in the office and commute to here. A hybrid work schedule may be available after training and/or probationary period has been successfully completed. Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded. Questions? Please contact Aleesha Brown at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via e‑mail at View email address on click.appcast.io. Check us out on: WSP’s Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington State Patrol