Coroners

Job Summary:
Are you a driven Criminal investigator that puts forth a perfect effort in everything you do? Do you want to help the Arizona Department Of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry reimagine corrections in the State of Arizona? Joining our Agency as a Criminal Special Investigator will allow you to perform critical protective and investigative assignments.
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is looking to hire a qualified Criminal Special Investigator to join our law enforcement agency. Under the direction of a Special Investigations Supervisor, this position will investigate alleged suspected criminal violations of Federal, State, or local laws to determine if the evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution. Apply today!

Job Duties:
-Investigates/processes crime scenes, compiles investigative findings and presents findings in reports, testifies in administrative and criminal proceedings
-Searches for evidence and collects, records, and submits evidence for analysis
-Performs executive protection, conducts threat assessment investigations, gathers intelligence, and criminal trends
-Provides advance notice to supervisor, affected persons or agencies of impending situations having a potential risk of harm or adverse effect to the security of the Departments operations
-Develops and uses informants or other sources to get leads to information relating to criminal activity, gang activity, and absconded felons
-Maintains surveillance and performs undercover assignments, debrief of previously validated Security Threat Group (STG) members
-Compiles trend analysis, reports, threat assessments certifications of groups and members
-Makes decisions concerning the validation process of STG members, appeals and court proceedings
-Obtains/verifies evidence or establishes facts by interviewing, observing, and interrogating suspects and witnesses and analyzing records
-Obtains and executes search and arrest warrants
-Assist with state, county, federal and municipal agencies and other department units with investigations of all types of crimes
-Attends AZPOST continuing and proficiency training to maintain peace officer certification
-Attends annual Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) training/meetings
-Drives on State business with possible overnight stays
-Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment as police officer

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:

-Federal, State, and Agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and codes governing investigations and law enforcement operations as they apply to the investigative processes
-Investigative and interviewing techniques and terminology, principles and practices of case management, rules and traditions
-History of prison gangs within the State
-Inmate management and supervision techniques and strategies
-Personal computers and software, as well as specialized systems used in law enforcement

Skill in:

-Applying techniques and methods of work management
-Applying and interpreting Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, codes and policies governing investigation and law enforcement functions
-Investigative and law enforcement techniques and methods
-Written and verbal communication, including proper sentence structure, grammar and punctuation
-Building and maintaining interpersonal relationships
-Organization and time management
-Public speaking and presentation
-Report writing

Ability to:

-Lift/Carry up to 100+ lbs.
-Push/Pull up to 100+ lbs.
-Walk/Run up to 1.00+ miles
-Effectively communicate ideas, techniques, and information to coworkers, management, and judicial entities
-Review investigative case files for accuracy
-Establish cooperative relationships with other law enforcement agencies and outside entities
-Conduct surveillance

Selective Preference(s):
At least one (1) year of work experience in another law enforcement agency conducting criminal investigations. AZPOST full-authority peace officer certification through completion of a qualified POST secondary certification course of study through a community college or Arizona law enforcement academy

Pre-Employment Requirements:
An active Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) certification are required within one year of appointment.

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, drug test, medical/physical examination, polygraph exam, and psychological evaluation.

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:
We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:
- Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
- Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
- Exceptional retirement program
- Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
- An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).

Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

As a condition of participation in the CORP, you will be required to undergo a medical evaluation.

Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

Job Summary:
Are you a driven Criminal investigator that puts forth a perfect effort in everything you do? Do you want to help the Arizona Department Of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry reimagine corrections in the State of Arizona? Joining our Agency as a Criminal Special Investigator will allow you to perform critical protective and investigative assignments.
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is looking to hire a qualified Criminal Special Investigator to join our law enforcement agency. Under the direction of a Special Investigations Supervisor, this position will investigate alleged suspected criminal violations of Federal, State, or local laws to determine if the evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution. Apply today!

Job Duties:
-Investigates/processes crime scenes, compiles investigative findings and presents findings in reports, testifies in administrative and criminal proceedings
-Searches for evidence and collects, records, and submits evidence for analysis
-Performs executive protection, conducts threat assessment investigations, gathers intelligence, and criminal trends
-Provides advance notice to supervisor, affected persons or agencies of impending situations having a potential risk of harm or adverse effect to the security of the Departments operations
-Develops and uses informants or other sources to get leads to information relating to criminal activity, gang activity, and absconded felons
-Maintains surveillance and performs undercover assignments, debrief of previously validated Security Threat Group (STG) members
-Compiles trend analysis, reports, threat assessments certifications of groups and members
-Makes decisions concerning the validation process of STG members, appeals and court proceedings
-Obtains/verifies evidence or establishes facts by interviewing, observing, and interrogating suspects and witnesses and analyzing records
-Obtains and executes search and arrest warrants
-Assist with state, county, federal and municipal agencies and other department units with investigations of all types of crimes
-Attends AZPOST continuing and proficiency training to maintain peace officer certification
-Attends annual Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) training/meetings
-Drives on State business with possible overnight stays
-Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment as police officer

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:

-Federal, State, and Agency laws, rules, regulations, policies, and codes governing investigations and law enforcement operations as they apply to the investigative processes
-Investigative and interviewing techniques and terminology, principles and practices of case management, rules and traditions
-History of prison gangs within the State
-Inmate management and supervision techniques and strategies
-Personal computers and software, as well as specialized systems used in law enforcement

Skill in:

-Applying techniques and methods of work management
-Applying and interpreting Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, codes and policies governing investigation and law enforcement functions
-Investigative and law enforcement techniques and methods
-Written and verbal communication, including proper sentence structure, grammar and punctuation
-Building and maintaining interpersonal relationships
-Organization and time management
-Public speaking and presentation
-Report writing

Ability to:

-Lift/Carry up to 100+ lbs.
-Push/Pull up to 100+ lbs.
-Walk/Run up to 1.00+ miles
-Effectively communicate ideas, techniques, and information to coworkers, management, and judicial entities
-Review investigative case files for accuracy
-Establish cooperative relationships with other law enforcement agencies and outside entities
-Conduct surveillance

Selective Preference(s):
At least one (1) year of work experience in another law enforcement agency conducting criminal investigations. AZPOST full-authority peace officer certification through completion of a qualified POST secondary certification course of study through a community college or Arizona law enforcement academy

Pre-Employment Requirements:
An active Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) certification are required within one year of appointment.

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, drug test, medical/physical examination, polygraph exam, and psychological evaluation.

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:
We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:
- Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
- Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
- Exceptional retirement program
- Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
- An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).

Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

As a condition of participation in the CORP, you will be required to undergo a medical evaluation.

Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

**Who Are We?**

Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

**Job Category**

Risk Control

**Compensation Overview**

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

**Salary Range**

$123,000.00 - $203,000.00

**Target Openings**

1

**What Is the Opportunity?**

Under general direction, provide Claim business partners with the scientific and engineering aspects of a loss so they have the information available to make decisions. They will need to evaluate how a company identifies and manages their inherent risk factors. Additionally they are expected to differentiate the account from others in similar classes of business. In this role the consultant will be working with our larger, more complex and all lines accounts.

**What Will You Do?**

+ Serve as a subject matter expert in one or more of the following areas: fire science, origin and cause investigations, failure analysis of electrical, mechanical and material systems and components, warnings and instructions, product liability, code evaluation, accident reconstruction, computer modeling, tool mark analysis, analysis of building systems and construction techniques, fire protection and alarm system evaluation, analytical chemistry and/or other forensic science or engineering subjects.

+ Responsible for mentoring Forensic Specialists I & II and Forensic Technicians with regards to the proper elements of a forensic investigation including proper documentation, rules of evidence, scene and lab safety, as well as the various procedures and policies existing within the Travelers.

+ Responsible for evaluation of lab staff performance as related to one or more specific services provided by the lab.

+ Responsible for providing management of the Travelers Forensic Lab operation by assisting with policy development, review, and implementation.

+ Responsible for working with other operating units within the Travelers to ensure that the Lab provides timely, reliable and effective service as needed. To this end the Level Three Forensic Specialist will be required to attend meetings and make commitments of staff and resource as necessary to meet the needs of the laboratory business partners.

+ Travel to loss scenes to manage and direct the investigative team and ensure that the various aspects of the investigation including evidence collection and preservation, witness interviews, analysis of the scene are conducted in accordance with good forensic practice.

+ Provide technical advice and consultation to attorneys and claims staff associated with the loss.

+ Conduct research and testing, prepare reports (verbal and written), and to aid the claims, legal staff and other forensic investigators with the scientific aspects of the case.

+ May be required to become familiar with applicable codes and industry standards as well as laboratory testing protocols that may be required during an investigation.

+ Provide testimony in legal proceedings including depositions, trial, mediations and arbitration.

+ Prepare materials and data as needed to support the overall functions of Risk Control, Claims Services, and Underwriting. Such materials may include newsletters, reports, or presentations as needed to best fit the intended audience and subject matter.

+ Maintain their knowledge and skills in their particular area of expertise by attending conferences, reviewing scientific journals and participating in specific industry standards organizations such as NFPA, ACS, ASME, etc.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

**What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?**

+ Strong mechanical, electrical and chemical/materials aptitude with the desire to continuously expand base of knowledge.

+ Technical aptitude

+ Detail oriented

+ Superior communication skills – both written and verbal

+ Ability to quickly establish credibility and rapport with all others

+ Experience working in a collaborative environment

+ Critical thinking skills

+ Influencing skills that effectively drive business needs

+ Ability to give and receive coaching and feedback

**What is a Must Have?**

+ BA/BS in science or engineering and five years of work experience in the field of study required.

+ Five years of experience as a Forensic Specialist II or demonstrated equivalent skills from an organization other than Travelers required.

+ Demonstrated expert management of Major Case investigations, expert testimony in deposition and court and intimate familiarity with federal rules governing evidence and expert testimony are required.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

+ Valid driver’s license required

**What Is in It for You?**

+ **Health Insurance** : Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.

+ **Retirement:** Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.

+ **Paid Time Off:** Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.

+ **Wellness Program:** The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.

+ **Volunteer Encouragement:** We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

**Employment Practices**

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.

In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.

If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email (4-ESU@travelers.com) so we may assist you.

Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/ .