November 16, 2024

State of Illinois

Des Plaines

FULL TIME

INTERNAL SECURITY INVESTIGATOR I

Job Requisition ID: 43072
Position Title: Internal Security Investigator I-Identified Offender Program-Des Plaines Office
Closing Date/Time: 12/04/2024
Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title: INTERNAL SECURITY INV I - 21731
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,703 Monthly; Full Range $5,703-$8,170 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: RC062

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Please upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.
Note: The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
Answer all questions thoroughly- DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME

Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Posting Identification Number 43072

Position Overview

Under general supervision, performs confidential investigations as a member of the Division of Internal Investigation. Conducts interviews, documents investigative findings, and prepares reports for submission to designated entities; interprets department and division policy.

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Essential Functions

Conducts confidential investigations for the purpose of promoting the safety of skilled nursing center residents and employees.
Completes timely, comprehensive summary reports of investigations detailing facts and supportive documentation acquired through interviews and record checks.
Promotes and maintains effective liaison with other state agencies, ISP divisions, and other law enforcement entities, state and federal, to ensure proper cooperation and effective investigative efforts.
Conducts and completes background investigations for prospective employees of state agencies.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of two years of college, with coursework in law, government, liberal arts, history or business or public administration, plus three years’ experience in law enforcement investigatory work or a related field.

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with major coursework in law, government, liberal arts, history or business or public administration, plus one-year professional experience in law enforcement investigatory work or a related field.

Requires completion of the F.B.I. National Academy or comparable law enforcement schooling.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefers (3) three-years’ experience working knowledge of moderate law enforcement investigatory techniques and concepts.
Prefers (2) two-years’ experience working knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of state agencies.
Prefers (2) two-years’ working knowledge of Illinois State statutes, rules and regulations concerning conflicts of interest or malfeasance of office.
Prefers (2) two-years’ experience in the ability to recognize and gather appropriate statements, exhibits and materials acceptable for use in prosecution of cases or disciplinary action.
Prefers (3) three-years’ experience in the ability to maintain security during investigatory activities.
Prefers (2) two-years’ experience in the ability to prepare case reports for referral to prosecuting agency.

Employment Conditions

Requires successful completion of an ISP background check
Must receive a negative drug screening
Requires the ability to travel
Must possess a valid Driver’s License
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Benefits Package

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

- Flexible work schedules in many program areas
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
- Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
- Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
- Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
- Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

Work Hours: Monday-Fricay 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Location: 9511 W Harrison Street, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016
Agency Contact: ISP.Job Postings@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
- State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
- Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com