The Bureau of Enforcement and Investigation (BEI) is looking for individuals to be part of a team of professional conduct investigators. BEI conducts investigations into allegations of violations of standards of conduct, laws, rules, and regulations for 29 licensing boards and commissions under the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. This Professional Conduct Investigator 1 role gives you the chance support public trust by engaging with a wide range of organizations, uncovering facts, and bringing clarity to complex situations. Apply now to build a rewarding career dedicated to truth and public service.
The professional team of investigators assigned to the Pittsburgh Regional Office will provide services to the following counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Fayette, Forest, Greene, Jefferson, Indiana, Lawrence, McKean, Mercer, Venango, Warren, Washington, Westmoreland.
This position plans, coordinates, and conducts investigations into alleged violations of the standards of conduct, laws, rules, and for professional and occupational licensing. Work helps to ensure compliance, integrity, and accountability to protect all people in Pennsylvania from fraudulent and unethical practitioners in multiple professions. As a Professional Conduct Investigator 1, you will perform the following duties:
- Investigation Processes: Determine routine courses of action needed to successfully complete assignments, work closely with supervisor and prosecuting attorneys to ensure all information is collected, and use various office equipment and software effectively
- Field Work: Travel to sites in an assigned geographic region, conduct in-person interviews and inspections, and gather facts and evidence according to procedures; handle legal documents
- Information Analysis: Review and evaluate all information, documents, facts, and evidence gathered; conduct research; and analyze requirements to determine elements of potential violations
- Report Writing: Relate findings by preparing thorough, accurate, concise, and timely typed reports
- Confidentiality Standards: Protect identities, locations, and sensitive information obtained during investigative activities
- Teamwork Participation: Provide and participate in training, perform work for complex investigations under a lead investigator, and testify at hearings or proceedings as needed
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Note: This position with the Pittsburgh Regional Office travels to serve the following counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Fayette, Forest, Greene, Jefferson, Indiana, Lawrence, McKean, Mercer, Venango, Warren, Washington, Westmoreland.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two years as a Regulatory Enforcement Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Five years of investigative experience; or
- One year of investigative experience and a bachelor's degree; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training that included one year of investigative experience.
Other Requirements:
- This particular position also requires possession of a valid Class C Driver's License.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.