Criminal Investigator

$60,000 - $84,261/Yr

State of Nevada Jobs - Las Vegas, NV

Full-time - Entry Level

Las Vegas, NV

About the position

The Nevada State Contractors Board is seeking a qualified Criminal Investigator to investigate complaints against licensed and unlicensed contractors for alleged violations of Nevada law. This role involves addressing issues such as unlicensed practice, construction fraud, embezzlement, theft, and other financial matters related to construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Respond to complaints from consumers, contractors, suppliers, or public agencies.
• Investigate unlicensed and unlawful practice, fraud, and various administrative violations related to residential and commercial construction projects.
• Gather and evaluate evidence such as contracts, bid documents, workmanship standards, licensure and permits, business license information, worker's compensation and Employment security records, and any other relevant documentation.
• Coordinate possible case resolution by conducting meetings and facilitating other corrective action.
• Prepare investigative memorandum and other investigative reports as required.
• Prepare, read, and understand legal and court documents and identify case relevant information.
• Identify situations in which life safety hazards exist and quickly coordinate appropriate jurisdictional authority and corrective action.
• Prepare case files for criminal and disciplinary proceedings and testify at administrative and judicial hearings.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and possess a valid Nevada Drivers license and be insurable as a driver under a motor vehicle liability.
• Must possess a current Peace Officer's Standards and Training Commission (POST) Category One or Category Two certification.
• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in law enforcement or criminal investigations, or a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field with a minimum of four (4) years of experience, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the provisions of NRS 624 and the building codes for use in Nevada.
• Complete annually at least 16 hours of training related to law enforcement or construction.
• Comply with the Code of Ethical Standards as prescribed in NRS 281A.400 and submit to the Board a completed set of fingerprints for criminal history checks.
• Successfully pass the Construction Management Survey Exam (CMS) within the first year of employment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(a) pension plan
• 457(b) pension plan