Investigation Specialist 2

Working Title: Investigation Specialist 2Job Class: Investigation Specialist 2Agency: Corrections Dept Job ID : 92683 Location : St. Paul Telework Eligible : Yes Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/Temporary : Unlimited Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted : 03/06/2026 Closing Date : 03/19/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corr-Ctl Off-Comm Svc-MAPE Division/Unit : Corrections - Central Office / DOC Investigatn Supv-Law Enfmt Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift Days of Work : Monday - Friday Travel Required : No Salary Range: $31.26 - $46.15 / hourly; $65,270 - $96,361 / annually Classified Status : Classified Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status : Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (: Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.This position will provide professional research, analysis, and coordination of the fugitive apprehension efforts for the Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) and other law enforcement agencies for supervised or intensive supervised release violators. This position develops, researches, gathers, shares, analyzes, and vets intelligence profile information from raw data and available data resources such as offender base files, corrections agents/probation officers, institution intelligence, DOC and national databases, social media, community watch organizations and other law enforcement agencies to provide intelligence facilitating the apprehension of fugitive felons wanted by the Commissioner of Corrections.This position will also coordinate with other law enforcement entities across the country to conduct supervised release violator apprehensions by sharing vetted intelligence information once cleared through the deputy director or designee. This position will also be responsible for portals applications related to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) system through the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and updating submitted releasee photographs into Correctional Operations Management System (COMS). This includes training, updates, statistics, and advisement of MN DOC employee training as a TAC lead or backup.In addition, this position will perform a variety of routine clerical, professional, and technical administrative work involving the preservation, receipt, storage, and release of property and evidence in accordance with State law as a non-sworn (civilian) employee.Additional job duties may include but are not limited to the following: Complete special assignments assigned by the Director, Assistant Director, or Deputy Director of OSI -Fugitive Unit.To promote a culture of flexibility, the DOC offers staff a hybrid work environment that varies by team, position, and business needs. This position is subject to state teleworking policies requiring 50% in office for employees living within 50 miles of DOC's Central Office - St. Paul. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or a bordering state in a county along the Minnesota state line.Minimum Qualifications Two (2) years of experience conducting criminal intelligence analysis or investigations in a law enforcement, military, corrections, or other closely related field. An Associate's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, corrections, or a related field may substitute for six (6) months of the required experience. Certification, or ability to obtain certification within 1 year from International Association for Property and Evidence (IAPE). Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of research and data gathering techniques and investigation methods. Written and oral communication skills sufficient to communicate investigative data accurately and effectively to Fugitive Apprehension Unit Members (FAUMs) and law enforcement/criminal justice partners nationwide. Critical thinking, analysis, and judgment skills sufficient to analyze and evaluate complex information and independently make sound decisions. Human relations skills sufficient to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, outside agencies, and the public. Preferred QualificationsThe following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, corrections, or a related field. Experience collaborating with different entities, such as local, state and/or federal law enforcement agencies in an investigative capacity. Skills in using informational databases, open-source information, social media, and investigative resources to compile intelligence data efficiently and accurately. Skills in using computer database and software programs such as the Augmented Criminal Investigation Support System (ACISS), Correctional Operations Management System (COMS), National Crime Information Center (NCIC), Security Threat Group (STG) and gang/records management databases sufficient to maintain a comprehensive file on all intelligence information gathered, document the investigation, and retrieval and storage of information obtained in the database programs. Qualifying experience as a property/evidence technician. At least three (3) years of investigations experience as described above in the minimum qualifications. Physical RequirementsThe selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening. For a copy of the PDA, please e-mail Cathy Bisser at Additional RequirementsThe selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, incarcerated person associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States .AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. 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Created: 2026-03-08