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Job Description
Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the
eligible list.
The Bureau of Investigation and Identity Protection is currently recruiting for an Investigator to join our team! If you are naturally inquisitive and seeking a challenging, yet satisfying investigative opportunity, join the Iowa Department of Transportation’s investigative unit. As an investigator, you will perform field inspection and investigative work relating to vehicle registration and title fraud, vehicle dealer licensing, theft examinations on salvage vehicles, driver's license fraud and related identity theft, fee for new registration fraud, odometer fraud, and stolen vehicles.
Iowa DOT’s Mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To accomplish our Mission, the person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa DOT’s five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.
The candidate selected for this position will be required to reside in one of the following counties upon hire: Washington, Keokuk, Henry, or Jefferson County.
Shift: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Occasional overnight travel will be required.
Investigators work independently and are responsible for making decisions based upon information gathered. Investigators report to either the Bureau of Investigation & Identity Protection’s deputy director or director, who in turn report to the Motor Vehicle Division’s director.
Vehicle title and registration: Investigators are responsible for assigning vehicle identification numbers to vehicles that have had the identification number lost, stolen or damaged. When a vehicle is homemade or reconstructed, an investigator must examine it to check for compliance with the Iowa Code and Iowa DOT Administrative Rules. Responsibilities also include investigating cases involving fraudulent applications for motor vehicle titles, violations of the ownership and transfer of motor vehicles, and complaints of identity theft related to the application and issuance of Iowa registration and title documents.
Odometer fraud: Odometer fraud involves the fraudulent reduction of mileage on a vehicle to inflate its value. Investigators compile information and develop cases for possible prosecution on odometer fraud in cooperation with Iowa's Office of the Attorney General.
Fee for new registration fraud (formerly use tax fraud): These investigations pertain to the sale and transfer of motor vehicles and aircraft subject to registration when the purchase price may have been fraudulently represented resulting in tax evasion. The investigator obtains title records, bills of sale, and cancelled checks; and conducts interviews to determine if a violation occurred. If criminal charges are warranted, the investigator files appropriate charges with the county attorney's office.
Driver's license fraud and related identity theft: These investigations involve the fraudulent alteration, manufacture, and application for Iowa driver’s licenses and non-operator’s identification (ID) cards. Investigators interview witnesses and suspects, examine documents to determine their authenticity, and compile information for prosecution. They investigate complaints of identity theft related to the application and issuance of Iowa driver's license, ID cards and driving convictions. Investigators also provide training to law enforcement agencies, the Iowa DOT's Motor Vehicle Division staff, along with a variety of other private and public agencies on the detection of driver's license fraud and related identity theft.
Motor vehicle dealer license: Investigators conduct on-site inspections for dealer license applicants to determine if the facility meets minimum state standards for licensing as a motor vehicle dealer. Audits of licensed dealers are also conducted to ensure compliance with the Iowa Code and Administrative Rules. Consumer complaints against licensed dealers are investigated by motor vehicle investigators.
REQUIREMENTS:
What we offer YOU:
Single: $54/mo. employee share; $715/mo. state share
Family: $180/mo. employee share; $1,624.00/mo. state share
*Other insurance options are available. Please review HERE (Download PDF reader) .
You have the freedom to flourish to fly in Iowa – Apply now !
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us
Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
The Bureau of Investigation and Identity Protection is currently recruiting for an Investigator to join our team! If you are naturally inquisitive and seeking a challenging, yet satisfying investigative opportunity, join the Iowa Department of Transportation’s investigative unit. As an investigator, you will perform field inspection and investigative work relating to vehicle registration and title fraud, vehicle dealer licensing, theft examinations on salvage vehicles, driver's license fraud and related identity theft, fee for new registration fraud, odometer fraud, and stolen vehicles.
Iowa DOT’s Mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To accomplish our Mission, the person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa DOT’s five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.
The candidate selected for this position will be required to reside in one of the following counties upon hire: Washington, Keokuk, Henry, or Jefferson County.
Shift: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Occasional overnight travel will be required.
Investigators work independently and are responsible for making decisions based upon information gathered. Investigators report to either the Bureau of Investigation & Identity Protection’s deputy director or director, who in turn report to the Motor Vehicle Division’s director.
Vehicle title and registration: Investigators are responsible for assigning vehicle identification numbers to vehicles that have had the identification number lost, stolen or damaged. When a vehicle is homemade or reconstructed, an investigator must examine it to check for compliance with the Iowa Code and Iowa DOT Administrative Rules. Responsibilities also include investigating cases involving fraudulent applications for motor vehicle titles, violations of the ownership and transfer of motor vehicles, and complaints of identity theft related to the application and issuance of Iowa registration and title documents.
Odometer fraud: Odometer fraud involves the fraudulent reduction of mileage on a vehicle to inflate its value. Investigators compile information and develop cases for possible prosecution on odometer fraud in cooperation with Iowa's Office of the Attorney General.
Fee for new registration fraud (formerly use tax fraud): These investigations pertain to the sale and transfer of motor vehicles and aircraft subject to registration when the purchase price may have been fraudulently represented resulting in tax evasion. The investigator obtains title records, bills of sale, and cancelled checks; and conducts interviews to determine if a violation occurred. If criminal charges are warranted, the investigator files appropriate charges with the county attorney's office.
Driver's license fraud and related identity theft: These investigations involve the fraudulent alteration, manufacture, and application for Iowa driver’s licenses and non-operator’s identification (ID) cards. Investigators interview witnesses and suspects, examine documents to determine their authenticity, and compile information for prosecution. They investigate complaints of identity theft related to the application and issuance of Iowa driver's license, ID cards and driving convictions. Investigators also provide training to law enforcement agencies, the Iowa DOT's Motor Vehicle Division staff, along with a variety of other private and public agencies on the detection of driver's license fraud and related identity theft.
Motor vehicle dealer license: Investigators conduct on-site inspections for dealer license applicants to determine if the facility meets minimum state standards for licensing as a motor vehicle dealer. Audits of licensed dealers are also conducted to ensure compliance with the Iowa Code and Administrative Rules. Consumer complaints against licensed dealers are investigated by motor vehicle investigators.
REQUIREMENTS:
- This position is open to all qualified applicants who meet minimum requirements set forth by Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) and are currently certified as a peace officer in the State of Iowa.
- A valid driver's license must be possessed and maintained.
- Upon hire, must maintain certification as a salvage vehicle theft examiner and maintain status as a certified Iowa peace officer.
- Must maintain status as a certified Iowa peace officer including passing a semiannual firearms qualification test.
- Must complete an annual health physical by a licensed physician or surgeon and be found to meet the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.
- Must maintain certification as a salvage vehicle theft examiner.
- Must obtain and maintain certification for access and use of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
What we offer YOU:
- Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
Single: $54/mo. employee share; $715/mo. state share
Family: $180/mo. employee share; $1,624.00/mo. state share
*Other insurance options are available. Please review HERE (Download PDF reader) .
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Paid time off effective immediately (biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year)
- Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
- Optional 401A plan with employer contributions
- Employee Discount Programs from variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial)
You have the freedom to flourish to fly in Iowa – Apply now !
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us
Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
Selectives
111 Law Enforcement Academy Graduate
Applicant must be a graduate from an accredited law enforcement academy approved by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. Applicants must state on their application that they have graduated from an accredited academy.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
- Graduation and certification from an academy approved by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA), and experience equal to two years of full-time peace officer work in the application, interpretation, investigation, and enforcement of motor vehicle laws and regulations.
- A minimum of thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in one or more of the following areas: law enforcement, corrections, criminal justice, criminology, police science, accounting, finance, or law.
- Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Motor Vehicle Officer
For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description (Download PDF reader).
Additional Qualification Requirements
- Some positions in this class may require certification as a peace officer at the time of application.
- Certain positions must, within six months of employment, become Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance certified for level 1 commercial vehicle inspections, including hazardous materials and cargo tanks, and must maintain annual certification requirements.
- All qualified applicants who have not obtained peace officer certification from an approved Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) course of instruction must be eligible for enrollment in the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy training program in accordance with Iowa Administrative Rule 501 Chapter 2. Screening for the Academy includes:
a) Pass drug-screening requirements.
b) Pass a background investigation (including a fingerprint search).
c) Have no felony convictions or involvement in crimes of moral turpitude.
d) Pass a physical agility test.
e) Willingness to use force when necessary to fulfill duties of job.
f) Have uncorrected visions of not less than 20/100 in both eyes (corrected to 20/20) and normal color vision.
g) Have normal hearing in each ear.
h) Is examined by a licensed physician or surgeon and meets the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.
i) Pass cognitive and personality tests.
j) Pass a firearms qualifying test.
k) Pass a polygraph test.
l) All applicants must be at least eighteen years of age, be United States citizens, be an Iowa resident at time of employment, and possess a valid Iowa Driver's License
b) Pass a background investigation (including a fingerprint search).
c) Have no felony convictions or involvement in crimes of moral turpitude.
d) Pass a physical agility test.
e) Willingness to use force when necessary to fulfill duties of job.
f) Have uncorrected visions of not less than 20/100 in both eyes (corrected to 20/20) and normal color vision.
g) Have normal hearing in each ear.
h) Is examined by a licensed physician or surgeon and meets the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.
i) Pass cognitive and personality tests.
j) Pass a firearms qualifying test.
k) Pass a polygraph test.
l) All applicants must be at least eighteen years of age, be United States citizens, be an Iowa resident at time of employment, and possess a valid Iowa Driver's License
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Whether it's caring for those in need, making highways safer, or improving agriculture production, the work that we do matters to the people of Iowa.
We take our responsibilities and the public trust very seriously. We are committed to delivering the services that matter most to the people of Iowa. If you have the skills, the commitment and the desire to make a difference, then we invite you to explore the career opportunities available with the State of Iowa.
Career Choices
State government is one of the largest employers in Iowa, and also one of the most diverse. From state trooper to nurse to engineer, the state offers a wide variety of career opportunities.
Benefits
The state offers paid vacation, sick time and holidays, a defined benefit retirement plan, health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance along with flexible spending accounts. For more information, please visit the executive branch employee benefits website.
The State of Iowa is committed to providing an outstanding employment experience. Check out this Benefits Beyond the Paycheck brochure (Download PDF reader).
The state offers paid vacation, sick time and holidays, a defined benefit retirement plan, health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance along with flexible spending accounts. For more information, please visit the executive branch employee benefits website.
The State of Iowa is committed to providing an outstanding employment experience. Check out this Benefits Beyond the Paycheck brochure (Download PDF reader).
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