State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Special Investigator (Non-Competitive) (7805AR)

$34.85-$44.01 Hourly / $2,787.67-$3,520.35 BiWeekly /
$72,758.00-$91,881.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency or quasi-public entity this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in conducting investigations related to alleged violations of state laws and regulations or sudden and unexplained deaths.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a Lead Special Investigator or other employee of higher grade.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Establishes and maintains liaison with all law enforcement and regulatory agencies;
  • Trains Connecticut Lottery Corporation staff in security issues including fraud detection, prevention and investigation methods;
  • Coordinates and conducts security inspections of corporate facilities, vendor sites and other entities when required;
  • Assists in preparation and review of occupational license applications;
  • Conducts investigations related to assigned complaints, alleged violations of state laws and regulations or sudden and/or unexplained deaths;
  • Interviews witnesses, complainants, medical and hospital personnel and others to obtain information;
  • Secures evidence in form of statements, documents, records and exhibits which may be used in administrative hearings and/or court proceedings;
  • Researches, collects and evaluates data;
  • Compiles information;
  • Writes reports and recommends appropriate corrective action;
  • Answers public inquiries;
  • May prepare affidavits and applications for arrest warrants;
  • May prepare search and seizure warrants; may issue citations;
  • May testify at hearings and in court; may conduct surveillance;
  • May secure samples for testing; may conduct legal research;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • criminal justice system;
    • investigatory methods and techniques;
    • relevant state laws and regulations;
    • relevant professional terminology;
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
    • interviewing skills;
  • Ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of investigatory experience with a law enforcement agency or licensed investigative service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training in criminal justice or law enforcement may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
  • A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. No additional credit will be given for a Master’s degree.
  • Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required to be a Notary Public.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents must obtain an occupational license in accordance with Section 12-802a of the Connecticut General Statutes.

APPOINTMENT

Candidates appointed to non-competitive positions must meet the above Experience and Training requirements. Those appointments will be made in accordance with Section 12-802(e)(1) of the Connecticut General Statutes.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Non-Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(14)-Inspection-Investigation

BARGAINING UNIT

(16)-ADMIN & RESID (P-5)

EEO

(2)-Professional

SALARY INFORMATION

AR 21

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Special Investigator (Non-Competitive) in Salary Group AR 21 approved effective February 15, 2012. (Revised to modify the Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed section and modify content) Final 23-035

EFFECTIVE DATE

03/08/2023
CLASS: 7805AR; EST: 7/18/1997; REV: 3/15/2023;