Job Description

Description of Work

This is an INTERNAL POSTING open ONLY for the NC Department of Public Safety\'s current employees and eligible RIF candidates.

This position is pending reallocation to SBI Special Agent in Charge.

This position serves as the Special Agent in Charge (SAC) of the Technical Operations Unit within the Special Operations Division of the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) and is a statewide position. It is a sworn position which will directly supervise and coordinate investigations in the Technical Operations Unit. Duties include, but are not limited to, investigative assignments involving complex, intensive and sensitive SBI investigations. The position is a professional administrative position using the authority, jurisdiction and resources of the SBI to assist local, state, federal law enforcement agencies and judicial officials exercise the statutory original jurisdiction of the Department. The SBI Technical Operations Unit includes the Technical Services Unit (TSU) and the Criminal Apprehension Team (CAT). Job responsibilities include the following:

• Develop a strategy and objectives for the unit and will integrate the functions of both programs to support SBI investigations and investigative requests from local, state, and federal agencies.
• Coordinate investigations by gathering and analyzing applicable records and reports.
• Work closely with other SBI personnel and external partners in the criminal justice community, including task force members.
• Ensure each program has up to date policies and procedures in place.
• Coordinate specialized training and development of agents assigned to these programs, including ensuring agents obtain and maintain certifications as required.
• Ensure agents assigned to these programs have the necessary technical and safety equipment needed for their disciplines.
• Administer, coordinate and direct the investigative resources of the SBI within the unit to ensure that competent and timely investigations are conducted and reported to the appropriate authorities. This includes providing the supervision of personnel assigned to the unit and functioning as a member of the SBI\'s management team.
• Provide investigative expertise and special guidance, advice and direction to SBI Special Agents I, II, III and to local, state, and federal law enforcement officers.
• Ensure agents are properly equipped with SBI vehicles, firearms, credentials, evidence collections equipment and SBI issued supplies.
• Conduct periodic inspections to determine this equipment is properly maintained by the employee.
• Maintain a copy of investigative reports, letters, administrative directives and memorandums which relate to investigations conducted by unit agents or administrative affairs of the unit.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining close liaison with Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies, providing both technical and investigative assistance to law enforcement agencies upon request.
• Answer numerous inquires concerning the SBI\'s role in law enforcement and investigative work.

This is a sworn position with and is subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act. The SAC is required to respond on a 24-hour, seven day a week basis and is required to work a 160-hour work period as a minimum. Overtime and on-call duty are required in this position.

As of June 1, 2023, the new salary range will be $76,888 - $138,399.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click on this for additional information.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL the following:

• Thorough knowledge of the criminal laws of North Carolina, the methods, procedures and practices used in the investigation of criminal offenses, the principles of securing and identifying a variety of crime related evidence, and the SBI organization and operation.
• Skill using firearms and tools and equipment involved in evidence collection and preservation effectively.
• Skill in supervising, coaching, mentoring, hiring, and disciplining employees.
• The ability to establish and maintain favorable working relationships with other law enforcement agencies and officers.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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Bachelor\'s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of law enforcement experience that included having the power to arrest; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicant must have graduated from the SBI Academy or the next available SBI Academy after hiring and meet any other applicable North Carolina state statutory standards for law enforcement officers.

Selective Criteria: Applicants must have current North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Certification.

Management Preference: Management prefers applicants with a Bachelor\'s degree from an appropriately accredited institution.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The State Bureau of Investigation is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

The SBI uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Policy to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veteran\'s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• Factors considered in the promotional process include state application, resume, review board, personnel file, last two annual evaluations, supervisory input, and the needs of the SBI.
• If applying for a position certified through the North Carolina Department of Justice - Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Division, refer to

for specific certification requirements. * The NC State Bureau of Investigation does not sponsor candidates needing work authorization.

• The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements in the Division of Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention:

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, applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the . This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact SBI Human Resources at 919-582-8511.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

State of North Carolina