Special Investigator (General) Office/On-site Recruitment # 241218-7804AR-001 Location Hartford, CT Date Opened 1/13/2025 12:00:00 AM Salary $72,758* - $91,881/year (*New state employees start at the minimum) Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 1/29/2025 11:59:00 PM Go Back Apply View Benefits (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) + + + + Introduction ABOUT US DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve. THE POSITION The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ( DMHAS (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/About-DMHAS/Agency/About-DMHAS) ) is currently recruiting for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Special Investigator (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=7804AR&R1=&R3=) . This position will support DMHAS' Tobacco Prevention and Enforcement Program, specifically the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) State Tobacco Compliance Check Inspection Program (STCCIP). This is a field-based position in which the incumbent will primarily work outside of the office, engaging directly with communities and conducting investigations. The position requires travelling on a daily basis across Connecticut and will require riding in a car for the majority of the workday. HIGHLIGHTS + FACILITY: DMHAS Office of the Commissioner + UNIT: Prevention and Health Promotion Division + ADDRESS: 410 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT + SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday (with occasional late days and Saturday work) + POSITION NUMBER: 114791 WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU + Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page! + Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers! + Professional growth and development opportunities + A health work/life balance (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) to all employees DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO + Play a crucial role in inspecting and enforcing retail establishments compliance with the Tobacco Control Act; + Inspect, monitor and evaluate retailers selling tobacco products for compliance with federal law; + Interpret and administer pertinent laws; + Work, mentor and train youth to conduct retail inspections; + Play a pivotal role in reducing youth tobacco use and access; + Make a difference in the public sector; and + Work together in a collaborative team environment. THE ROLE The Special Investigator will perform daily compliance tobacco inspections statewide and related activities to identify retailers who are non-compliant with Federal tobacco laws. This position provides direct field oversight while safely transporting the Youth/Investigative Aides that assist them in the inspection of retail establishments in various geographic areas of the state. Job duties include, but are not limited to: + Conduct investigations related to assigned tobacco retail inspections under the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) State Tobacco Compliance Check Inspection Program (STCCIP) contract; + Conduct Undercover Buy and Advertising & Labeling inspections at retail tobacco outlets under the FDA STCCIP; + Allege violation of federal laws and regulations; + Obtain license and ownership information; + Secure FDA evidence in form of statements, documents, records and exhibits which may be used in federal administrative hearings and/or court proceedings; + Keep a daily inspection log; + Testify at federal hearings and in court; and + Train and work with youth ages 16-20 and will perform related duties as required. PLEASE NOTE + A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. + All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace (https://portal.ct.gov/das/-/media/das/statewide-hr/a---z-listing-task-pdfs/drug-free-workplace-policy--february-2016.pdf) . Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Please Note: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. TO APPLY + The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center (https://jobapscloud.com/ct/) job posting. + In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. + In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting. + You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system. + In order to comply with Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/Pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.PDF) , the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. + All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov . + This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. AFTER YOU APPLY + Although applicants will receive correspondence via email and/or phone, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process. + This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. + NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. + The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. + Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview . + Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics (https://portal.ct.gov/ethics) . CONNECT WITH US + Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. + Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jensine Tran at Jensine.Tran@ct.gov . PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency or quasi-public entity this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in conducting investigations related to alleged violations of state laws and regulations or sudden and unexplained deaths. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES + Conducts investigations related to assigned complaints, alleged violations of state laws and regulations or sudden and/or unexplained deaths; + Interviews witnesses, complainants, medical and hospital personnel and others to obtain information; + Secures evidence in form of statements, documents, records and exhibits which may be used in administrative hearings and/or court proceedings; + Researches, collects and evaluates data; compiles information; + Writes reports and recommends appropriate corrective action; answers public inquiries; + May prepare affidavits and applications for arrest warrants; + May prepare search and seizure warrants; + May issue citations; + May testify at hearings and in court; + May conduct surveillance; + May secure samples for testing; + May conduct legal research; + Performs related duties as required. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR: + Inspects, investigates and licenses private employment agencies. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH: + Confers with consultants for professional opinion on standard of care; examines, analyzes and evaluates complex medical records. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY + Knowledge of investigatory methods and techniques; + relevant state laws and regulations; + relevant professional terminology; + Skills + interpersonal skills; + oral and written communication skills; + interviewing skills; + Ability to utilize computer software. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Five (5) years of investigatory experience in health care, insurance claims, law enforcement or a regulatory field. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED + College training in consumer protection, health care, law enforcement or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. + A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. + Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Experience conducting investigations related to alleged violations of state and/or federal laws and regulations. + Experience securing evidence in form of statements, documents, records and exhibits. + Experience developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. + Experience training and working with youth workers. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS + Incumbents in this class may be required to be a Notary Public. + Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. + Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online