DCI Special Agent I or II

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Job ID : 27876

Agency : Office of Attorney General / Division of Criminal Investigation

Location : Statewide

Salary : $33.06 - $36.63 DOQ

Pay Grade : L04 or L05

Closing Date : Open until filled

This is a full-time position with the Office of the Attorney General. For more information on the Office of the Attorney General, please visit http : / / atg.sd.gov

The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is hiring and looking for motivated, professional individuals who are ready to make the commitment to make South Dakota a safer place. We provide the training and support to allow individuals the opportunity to make a difference every day in an organization that is unlike any other in our state. For over 75 years, the DCI has been the employer of highly dedicated individuals who serve the state by finding solutions and solving major crimes. In this hands-on and fast-paced environment, we focus on teamwork, building relationships, and putting people first.

Flexible schedules, benefits, and opportunities for advancement provide motivation to our people. Access to advanced training, tools, and technology will allow you to succeed. This rewarding and amazing career choice might be for you, so make your break from the cubicle and start your own exciting adventure! Apply to DCI for a position as a special agent and join our elite team!

Special agents conduct investigations independently or in conjunction with municipal, county, or other law enforcement personnel to gather all necessary evidence to ensure the apprehension and conviction of suspected felons. Applicants must be willing to travel and work irregular hours. Applicants who are certified law enforcement officers should indicate so on their application.

This is a full-time 40 hour per week position. For more information on the DCI, please visit http : / / atg.sd.gov / OurOffice / Departments / DCI / home.aspx

To be minimally qualified for employment as a special agent I or II, an applicant must :

• Have a completed bachelor's degree. In lieu of a completed bachelor's degree, law enforcement experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Not have a felony conviction.
• Be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain a South Dakota driver's license.
• Be able to meet all minimum standards for law enforcement officer employment and certification at time of appointment, as codified in Administrative Rule chapter 2 : 01 : 02 (https : / / sdlegislature.gov / Rules / Administrative / 02 : 01 : 02

To be considered for a special agent II position, at a minimum applicants must be a certified officer with at least two years of investigative experience.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have :

Law enforcement experience is recommended but not required. Military service, education, and life experience will be considered in lieu of law enforcement experience.

Licenses and Certifications :

Applicants for special agent II positions must be currently certified law enforcement officers.

If hired, applicants who are not already a certified law enforcement officer will be sponsored to attend the 13-week basic law enforcement certification course (academy).

Knowledge of :

Skill to :

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Additional Requirements :

In 300 words or less, describe a time you used communication skills to solve a particular problem. Provide details regarding the nature of the problem and how you specifically solved the problem. Acceptable responses must be grammatically correct, in paragraph format, clear, effective, professional, and communicative.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55 : 10 : 02 : 08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest / conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

NCRC : If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https : / / bhr.sd.gov / job-seekers / work-for-state-government /

This position is a member of Class B retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online : https : / / sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com : 1443 / lmghr / xmlhttp / shorturl.do?key=QM4. You must apply online; emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

Telephone : 605.773.3148

Email : careers@state.sd.us

http : / / bhr.sd.gov / workforus

'An Equal Opportunity Employer'

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