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Criminal InvestigatorThe Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you! The Public Safety Division operates Montana's prisons safely and securely and provides supervision and support for offenders in the community through its Probation and Parole Bureau. The work performed in this division is integral to the department's mission to create a safer Montana through accountability, rehabilitation, and empowerment. Make a difference! Join us today! The Criminal Investigator works closely with Office of Investigations' Investigators, Intelligence Analyst, and Intelligence Research Specialists to conduct a variety of investigations and to gather intelligence within the Montana Department of Corrections (DOC), and its contract facilities. The types of cases investigated can be either criminal or administrative and may involve violations of facility or departmental rules, regulations, policies, or violations of law on the part of prisoners, staff, or visitors. The Criminal Investigator will primarily conduct investigations within state owned or contracted correctional facilities across the state, with the primary location at Pine Hills Correctional Facility located in Miles City, Montana. These investigations include the crimes of murder, aggravated assault, sexual assault, illegal use of drugs, introduction of contraband, robbery, theft, arson, and fraud.Qualifications: The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to: High school diploma. Three years of criminal, investigative, or law-enforcement experience. Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted. Must obtain POST certification within one year of hire as required by 7-32-303, MCA. Must meet the following statutory requirements established under 44-2-113 and 7-32-303, MCA: Sound and active physical and mental condition. Good moral character. Residency in Montana. Citizenship in the United States. Valid Montana driver's license. Pass preservice testing, screening, and training. At least 20 years of age at the date of the preservice test. POST certification is preferred. Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.Benefits: Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits. State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.Application Instructions: Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application. To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a "Relevant File". In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered. Successful applicants will be subject to: Criminal history check Child/patient/offender abuse registries Reference checks.

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