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Special Agent II
Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General —Harrisburg, PA
- $77,447 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Special Agent II

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General -
Harrisburg, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$77,447 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Criminal procedure
Criminology
Crime scene witness interviewing
Warrant procedure
Legal presentation of evidence
Search and seizure law
Arrest procedures
Military
Press releases
Court testimony
Surveillance investigations
Investigative financial records analysis
Mid-level
Crime scene evidence collection
Master's degree
Criminal Justice
Master's degree in criminal justice
Financial fraud investigation
Act 120
Bachelor's degree in criminology
Associate's degree in criminal justice
Search and seizure law enforcement
Decision making
Undercover investigation techniques
Criminal case experience
Legal evidence
Basic firearms training
Chain of custody
Forensic accounting
Investigating compliance violations

Full Job Description

Position Information

Section: Bureau of Criminal Investigation/Criminal Law Division

Class: Special Agent II

Location: Harrisburg

Telework: Telework is not offered for this position.

Position Type: Full-time, Non-civil service, Union

Work Hours: 8:30 – 5:00

Salary Range: Starting salary of $77,447

Basic Function

The Special Agent classification involves criminal investigative work of a highly confidential nature performed by agents of the Office of Attorney General involving the detection and investigation of violations of the laws and statutes of the Commonwealth as specified in The Commonwealth Attorneys Act, the Public Welfare Code, and other applicable Commonwealth laws, statutes, and regulations. Agents assigned to the Bureau of Criminal Investigation investigate and assist in the prosecution of a complete spectrum of crimes ranging from the simplest of misdemeanors, to complex corrupt organizations and conspiracies, to first-degree murder cases wherein the death penalty is sought and sentenced.

Special Agents utilize the entire spectrum of investigative processes and procedures in the conduct of or in providing assistance with the conduct of criminal investigations ranging from routine to the most sensitive, complex, and difficult cases. A Special Agent II may conduct an investigation independently or as a case agent coordinating the efforts of a team or as a team member and may provide direction and guidance to a less experienced agent. Work is received from a supervisor who reviews the work product of the employee through written reports and conferences to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and compliance to established policies and procedures and to evaluate the application and effectiveness of sound judgment.

Examples Of Duties

Examines or assists in the examination of financial records, accounting ledgers, and legal documents to detect and/or confirm illegal activity
Collects, evaluates, develops, and prepares evidence for presentation for prosecution or provides assistance with these tasks
Conducts or assists with the conduct of surveillance of individuals or locations
Interviews or assists in the interviewing of witnesses and interrogation of subjects to ascertain information, evidence, and confessions
Makes or assists in making arrests and executing searches pursuant to court-ordered warrants
Participates in raids and undercover assignments
Prepares or assists with the preparation of criminal complaints and search warrants
Prepares or assists with the preparation of written summary reports of investigative activities and detailed reports of investigations setting forth allegations and evidence
Collects, prepares, and submits evidence for laboratory analysis or provides assistance with this task
Appears in court before a district justice or a statewide investigating grand jury to present testimony and evidence as a prosecution witness and may serve as the prosecution officer at the district justice level
Is required to qualify with an approved firearm at predetermined intervals
Assists with and/or provides information for the preparation of press releases
May be required to use a firearm in self-defense, the defense of fellow agents, the public, or to prevent the commission of felonious crimes

Minimum Experience and Training

In addition to the below qualifications, applicants must have Act 120 certification, certification from an Act 120 equivalent training program as determined by the Office of Attorney General, or have successfully completed the Commonwealth Investigators Training Program.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and four years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and two years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Police Administration, or a related major specific to the criminal investigative field, or a technical or specialized major related to a specific position, and one year of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
Six years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
Four years of active duty military experience with honorable discharge, and two years of relevant law enforcement or investigative experience, or experience in a technical or specialized field related to a specific position OR
Six years of active duty military experience with honorable discharge including two years as a Military Police Officer with the Criminal Investigations Division or a relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) OR
Any equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience managing complex crime scenes, including evidence collection, chain of custody, and knowledge of forensic evidence identification and ballistics
Field experience investigating major crimes, including violent offenses, sexual assaults, child abuse, and computer/digital forensics crimes
Experience participating in criminal trials and providing testimony in court hearings
Experience drafting and executing search warrants and court orders for all types of crimes
Experience managing complex criminal cases, as well as victims and witnesses
Specialized training and certifications; interview and interrogation; advanced investigations- homicide, sex assault, corrupt organizations, and financial crimes
Experience working with and interviewing victims of sexual assault
Experience investigating child abuse cases - physical and sexual

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