INVESTIGATOR V (NARCOTICS ENFORCEMENT DIVISION) - OAHU Salary See Position Description Location Island of Oahu Job Type Various Job Number 25-0028 Department LAW ENFORCEMENT Opening Date 01/26/2025 Closing Date Continuous Max Number of Applicants 35 Description Benefits Questions Recruitment Information Recruitment Number 25-0028The immediate vacancies are for permanent, full-time positions located in Downtown.THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 35 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.Salary: $5,918 to $7,198 per month (SR-24, Step D to I) Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicants qualifications, and other relevant factors. Duties Summary The Investigator V level plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the activities of an investigative agency concerned with civil, administrative and/or criminal investigations falling within its respective jurisdiction, where violations investigated are related to a specific program area, e.g., welfare fraud, etc., OR conducts civil, administrative and/or criminal investigations falling within a variety of jurisdictions, such as the Executive, Legislative or Judicial Branches, State departments or agencies, county and federal governments and regulatory boards and commissions, where violations or circumstances investigated are related to a broad variety of program areas, and are not limited to a specific program area (welfare fraud, controlled substances, etc.), like that of lower investigator levels; and performs other related duties as assigned.The current vacancy positions are located in the Narcotics Enforcement Division (NED), Office of the Deputy Director for the Department of Law Enforcement (DLE). These NED positions have been granted police enforcement powers to execute the duties and responsibilities in accordance with Chapter 353C-4, Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS). These positions are responsible for the enforcement of the provisions of the Uniform Controlled Substance Act and the investigation of offenses of Part IV, Chapter 712, HRS, by conducting criminal investigations related to illicit drugs and clandestine laboratories which unlawfully manufacture controlled substances and precursor chemicals. The duties and responsibilities of this level include undercover activities using informants; gathering of evidence and ensuring its proper handling; case preparation; serving warrants; making arrests; providing assistance to the US Attorney, the Attorney General or City and County Prosecutors Offices in preparing cases for indictment and appearing in court as an expert witness; and preparing investigative reports for criminal prosecution. Minimum Qualification Requirements To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:Legal Authorization to Work:The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.Basic Education/Experience: Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university.Specialized Experience: Three and one-half (3-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional investigative experience which demonstrated:A. Initiative, ingenuity, resourcefulness, and judgment required to collect, assemble, and develop facts and other pertinent data;B. The ability to think logically and objectively, to analyze and evaluate facts, evidence and related information, and arrive at sound conclusions;C. Skill in written and oral reports and presentation of investigative findings in a clear and concise manner; andD. Tact, discretion, and capacity for obtaining the cooperation and confidence of others.Quality of Experience: At least one (1) year of Specialized Experience must have been comparable in scope, complexity and responsibility to work experience characteristic of the Investigator IV class of work in State service.The Investigator IV performs and/or supervises investigations involving suspected or actual violations of civil, administrative and/or criminal laws, rules, regulations or other legal requirements within an agencys jurisdiction; determines case approach and gathers supporting evidence or information; prepares reports; and performs other related duties as assigned.Investigator IV positions referenced above consist of the following types:A. An investigator independently performing the full range of investigations within an agencys jurisdiction where the work regularly is of a complex nature and in which the violations are related to a specific program area;B. One of two investigators who are responsible for the small investigative program in an agency, without higher level investigative supervisory guidance; andC. The working supervisory investigator in an agency where investigations are carried out according to standard policies and procedures, from planning through fact-finding to reporting the results of the investigations.Selective Certification Requirement (Narcotics Investigation and Enforcement Experience): In order to effectively perform these duties and responsibilities, applicants must possess demonstrated knowledge of procedures and practices pertinent to conducting criminal investigations; rules and procedures of legal evidence; interviewing and interrogation methods and techniques; search and seizure laws; laws of arrest; investigative report writing techniques; techniques and equipment used in surveillance; proper use of force, including deadly force; the penal code; and the ability to plan and effectively interview witnesses and interrogate suspects. In addition, applicants must possess demonstrated knowledge of and the ability to properly use firearms; and possess a certificate of completion from a formal law enforcement academy.Therefore, certification of eligibles for these positions shall be restricted to applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the class Investigator V, AND:A. Meet all State and Federal requirements applicable to the carrying, possession and use of firearms and ammunition;B. Possess demonstrated knowledge of and ability to properly use firearms;C. Possess a certificate of completion from a formal law enforcement academy; andD. Of the three and one-half (3-1/2) years of Specialized Experience required for the class Investigator V, applicants must possess TWO (2) years of professional experience which involved conducting narcotics investigations and enforcement actions on a statewide basis, including criminal investigations related to illicit drugs and clandestine laboratories which unlawfully manufacture controlled substances and precursor chemicals, the illegal diversion of controlled substances, etc. that demonstrate the knowledge and abilities described above.Supervisory Aptitude: Supervisory aptitude rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted. This requirement will be considered to have been met when there is strong affirmative evidence of the necessary supervisory abilities and/or potential.Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.Special Requirements: These positions require that applicants meet all Federal and State requirements applicable to the carrying, possession and use of firearms and ammunition; and possess demonstrated knowledge of and ability to properly use firearms. Applicants may not possess a conviction of domestic violence.Drivers License: Applicants must possess a valid drivers license at the time of appointment.Other Requirements: All applicants who are conditionally offered employment or conditionally approved for movement into one of these positions shall be subject to drug screening, as required by Federal, State or local laws, or departmental policy; and will be subject to an intensive background check. Drug testing must be paid for by the applicant.The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.08246:061812:13:AS Other Information The State of Hawaii complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAMThe PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-serviceELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTSThe Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.TESTING INFORMATIONThe examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.CLICK HERE for Important Information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Offices Levels of Review. YOUR JOB BENEFITS WITH THE STATE OF HAWAIIThe State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur.A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below.Note: Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview.With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service.Paid HolidaysYou may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.Paid VacationYou may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match - 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation.Paid Sick LeaveYou may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation - 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations.Other LeavesReasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.Health InsuranceThe State pays a part of the premiums for each employees enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.Group Life InsuranceThe State provides a free life insurance policy for employees.Retirement PlanThe State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.Premium Conversion PlanParticipating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.Flexible Spending AccountsEligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.Transportation BenefitsParticipating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.Deferred CompensationThe State offers employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of investment options are available.Temporary Disability InsuranceQualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.Social SecurityAs an employer, the State also contributes to an employees social security account.Promotions & TransfersFor employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch.Training & Continuing EducationThe State supports developmental activities related to an employees work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.Travel ExpensesThe State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.Incentive & Service AwardsThe State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations.Union & Collective BargainingEmployees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employees job is excluded from collective bargaining.The above information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available to State of Hawaii employees and is subject to change. Whether or not you are entitled to a particular benefit will depend on your specific appointment and employment status (included, excluded, exempt, non-exempt). Please refer to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement or executive order and all applicable laws, rules, policies, or plan documents for further details. Nothing herein shall be deemed as creating an employment contract, promise of employment, promise of continued employment, or obligation of any kind on the part of the State of Hawaii.CLICK HERE for more information on the State of Hawaiis Benefits At-A-Glance.The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer Revised 01/13 01 RECRUITMENT SURVEY (MANDATORY) Completion of this survey is mandatory. You must select one option; multiple selections permitted. The information you provide will be used to improve our recruitment efforts. We appreciate your cooperation.What led you to explore career opportunities with the State of Hawaii? State Recruiting Office Job Announcement Posting (Visit to the State Recruiting Office or Workforce Development Office) Job Fairs Consolidated Theatres TheBus Shopping Mall Advertisements Print Advertisements Word of Mouth (State of Hawaii Employee, Speaker at a Presentation, School Counselor, etc.) Army Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) SkillBridge Program LinkedIn Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Governmentjobs.com Internships Other 02 APPLICANTS ACKNOWLEDGMENT - REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume only in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. You must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as directed below) in order to receive credit for education. In general, proof of education downloaded from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at an accredited school in the United States. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, or volunteer experience, applicants must submit an official letter of verification. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the professional duties performed, and a contact name and phone number. Any information you submit may be verified. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: State of Hawaii Department of Human Resources Development, 235 South Beretania Street--11th Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number. I acknowledge I have read, understand, and agree with the above. 03 APPLICANTS ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Continued)Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. In general, concurrent experiences and/or education will not be double credited unless otherwise specified. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position. Our calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro rated to six months of experience. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, not one and a half years. I acknowledge I have read, understand, and agree to all of the above. 04 APPLICANTS ACKNOWLEDGMENT - MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (Complete information and details)A link to the Minimum Qualification Requirements (MQRs) has been provided in the online job announcement. Please review the MQRs in their entirety. I acknowledge I have accessed and read the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements via the live link provided in the online job announcement. 05 SUITABILITY - INVESTIGATOR V. FEDERAL FIREARM CONTROL ACT - LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT Convictions of domestic violence preclude incumbents in these positions from carrying firearms and ammunition. Incumbents are required to be qualified to use, carry, and have access to firearms at all times, which includes being drug free. An amendment to the Federal Firearm Gun Control Act [Title 18, United States Code, Section 922(g)(9)] makes it illegal for anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence to carry and/or possess any firearm or ammunition. A crime of domestic violence is ANY offense - whether or not specifically identified by law as a crime of domestic violence - which involved the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by the victims current or former spouse, parent or guardian, by a person living or who lived with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person who has had a similar relationship to the victim. This amendment applies to persons convicted at any time before or after the law was passed. There are no exemptions for law enforcement officers, government employees or agents. If you have a conviction record involving domestic violence, you may be affected by this amendment to the law. In answering the following question, check NO if all your convictions have expunged or set aside or you have been pardoned for all your convictions. However, if any pardon, expungement, or restoration of civil rights expressly provided that you not ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms, you must check YES. You must also answer YES if you received a court martial conviction from a military court or you received non-judicial punishment from military authorities. Have you been convicted of a crime of domestic violence? Yes No 06 LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY CERTIFICATION / SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT Applicants must meet all State and Federal requirements applicable to the carrying, possession and use of firearms and ammunition; and must possess a certificate of completion from a formal law enforcement academy. Have you successfully completed training from a formal law enforcement academy or agency, AND do you possess this certification? If NO, indicate "N/A" below. You will NOT meet the minimum qualification requirements for these positions. If YES, submit a copy of your certification document by attaching it to your online application. Your application is INCOMPLETE without this verification. Please also provide the following information in the space below. Your application is INCOMPLETE without the following: A. The DATE (Month/day/year) that you completed your training; and B. The name and address of the academy or agency issuing your certification; C. Describe briefly how your professional experience and the above certification and training relates to this requirement in demonstrating your knowledge of and ability to properly use firearms. Also include the type(s) of firearm you are certified to use; and D. If applicable, any other related information you would like to provide. 07 BASIC EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT Please indicate how you meet this requirement by selecting one of following choices. (Refer to the Minimum Qualification Requirements for more detailed information.) In order to receive credit for your academic training, you MUST SUBMIT a legible copy of your OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS by attaching it to your online application, if you have not recently done so. NOTE: If you are using relevant work experience in lieu of a Bachelors degree to fulfill the Education Requirement, clearly describe this work experience in your application. In order to receive credit, this experience must be comparable in scope, level, and quality to knowledge and skills gained via completion of study leading to a Bachelors degree as specified in the Minimum Qualification Requirements. I do not meet the Education requirement. I do not possess a Bachelors degree, but possess excess professional work experience as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements. I have a combination of completion of partial university curriculum, and administrative or professional experience comparable to successful study leading to a bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university. I possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university. 08 SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE Please indicate if you are using the substitution to partially meet the specialized experience requirement. In order to receive credit, you MUST SUBMIT a legible copy of your OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS by attaching it to your online application, if you have not recently done so. I am not using the substitution. I possess a law degree (Juris Doctorate) from a School of Law, accredited by a nationally recognized specialized accrediting body (or a law degree that is deemed comparable by a nationally recognized specialized accrediting body). 09 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT How many years of progressively responsible professional experience as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements do you possess? No experience Less than 1-1/2 years of experience 1-1/2 years but less than 2-1/2 years of experience 2-1/2 years but less than 3-1/2 years of experience 3-1/2 years but less than 4-1/2 years of experience 4-1/2 years but less than 5-1/2 years of experience 5-1/2 years but less than 6-1/2 years of experience 6-1/2 years but less than 7-1/2 years of of experience 7-1/2 or more years of experience 10 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (Continued) If you selected "No Experience" for Question #9 above, indicate "N/A" below. If you possess the Specialized Experience, provide the following information to address your relevant background. Address each change in employer or positions with the same employer separately. For experience as Police Officer, or similar jobs with assignment to special duty (e.g., narcotics, vice, crime reduction, undercover surveillance, etc.), address each assignment separately with separate employment dates for each special assignment. The information for EACH employer should include: A. Employers name, complete dates (Month/year to Month/year), your official job title, and average number of hours per week spent collectively on duties below; B. Describe this employer, including the type of organization (government or private firm, self employment, consultant, etc.), the major sections, the section you worked in, the number and types of professional staff you worked with, the activities or investigative services provided, and primary clientele served. OR, you may submit an organizational chart; C. The primary function/focus of your position and your major duties and responsibilities; D. Describe your experience, if any, as it demonstrated and reflected knowledge of the appropriate statutes and elements of complaints/crimes to prove a possible or actual violation of law. Identify your specific role in the total process, the steps you took, and relevant examples to show the scope and extent of your responsibilities. If not involved in an area, state No: 1) Define the area(s) of focus of your investigations (i.e., criminal, civil, regulatory, administrative). What was your average caseload per month?; 2) Describe how you collected, assembled, and developed facts and other pertinent data. What kinds of facts and data? Describe your role in determining the scope, case approach, and direction of your investigations; 3) Describe the kinds of laws and/or statutes, rules, regulations or other legal requirements that you researched, interpreted, and analyzed. How did you apply them to your investigative casework?; 4) Describe how you analyzed and evaluated the above facts, types of evidence, and related information. What specific investigative techniques did you use (describe)? What steps did you take to obtain the cooperation and confidence of others?; 5) As part of the investigative process, what internal and/or external groups/agencies did you liaison with, if any? Clarify whether you performed the full-range of investigations, leading to conclusion. If you were assisted by others in the investigation(s), give their job titles and roles in relation to your case(s); 6) Describe written and oral reports you prepared. What types of written reports? What kinds of oral reports? What steps did you take to present your investigative findings in a clear and concise manner? To whom (describe professional staff) did you present your findings?; and 7) Describe your involvement, if any, in testimony or other presentations. What types of presentations did you make? To whom? E. Which best describes the level of work you performed: trainee, assistant, fully independent, or supervisor?;F. What degree of supervision did you receive in performing these duties? What kinds of decisions were you authorized and/or not authorized to make?; and G. What was the official job title of your supervisor? How did your duties and level of authority differ from those of your supervisor? Be specific and complete in your responses. To receive credit, the employer(s) and each position held must be identified in the experience section of your application. A resume submitted in lieu of answering each supplemental question completely will not be accepted. We do not make assumptions. If your write up is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official Job/Position Description. 11 NARCOTICS INVESTIGATION & ENFORCEMENT EXPERIENCE / SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT Do you have at least two (2) years of professional narcotics and criminal investigative experience related to illicit drugs, etc. as fully described in the job announcement? Note: This experience may have been gained separately from, or concurrently with, the minimum qualification experience requirements for this class of work. Yes No 12 NARCOTICS INVESTIGATION & ENFORCEMENT EXPERIENCE / SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT (Continued) If you selected NO for Question #11 above, indicate "N/A" below. If you possess the Narcotics Investigation and Enforcement Experience, provide the following information to address your relevant background. Address each change in employer or positions with the same employer separately. The information for each employer should include: A. Employer, complete dates (Month/year to Month/year), your official job title, and average number of hours per week spent collectively on duties below; B. Describe this employer, including the type of organization (government or private firm, self employment, consultant, etc.), the major sections, the section you worked in, the number and types of professional staff you worked with, the activities or investigative services provided, and clientele served. OR, you may submit an organizational chart; C. The primary function/focus of your position and your major duties and responsibilities; D. Describe how your duties reflected knowledge of the total criminal investigative process, including your specific role, the steps you took, and what happened as a result of your involvement. Include relevant examples, IF any, in the area of conducting narcotics investigations related to illicit drugs and clandestine laboratories which unlawfully manufacture controlled substances and precursor chemicals. If no experience in an area below, state No: 1) Rules and procedures of legal evidence;2) Interviewing and interrogation methods and techniques; 3) Search and seizure laws;4) Laws of arrest,5) Investigative report writing techniques;6) Techniques of and equipment used in surveillance;7) Proper use of force, including deadly force; 8) The Penal Code. Describe how you applied knowledge of the Penal Code to your cases (e.g., cite examples of sections of the code or types of conduct or activities that were applicable to your criminal investigations); and 9) Plan and effectively interview witnesses and interrogate suspects. E. Which best describes the level of work you performed: trainee, assistant, fully independent, or supervisor?; F. What degree of supervision did you receive in performing these duties? What kinds of decisions were you authorized and/or not authorized to make?; and G. What was the official job title of your supervisor? How did your duties and level of authority differ from those of your supervisor? Be specific and complete in your responses. To receive credit, the employer(s) and each position held must be identified in the experience section of your application. A resume submitted in lieu of answering each supplemental question completely will not be accepted. We do not make assumptions. If your write up is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official Job/Position Description and organizational chart. 13 SUPERVISORY APTITUDE/EXPERIENCE Supervisory Experience is not required; however, Supervisory Aptitude is a requirement. It is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties. Do you possess supervisory aptitude OR experience? Yes No 14 SUPERVISORY APTITUDE/EXPERIENCE (Continued) If you selected NO for Question #13 above, indicate "N/A" below.If you possess the Supervisory Aptitude, provide the following information to address your relevant background.A. Employers name and your official job title; B. Dates you performed such duties (Month/year to Month/year); C. Describe this employer, services provided, and clientele served; D. Number and job titles of those you supervised, IF any. Did your experience include supervision over lower-level professionals? If Yes, provide number and job titles of those you supervised. If none, state so; E. Describe the professional duties you performed which demonstrated your supervisory aptitude or potential; and F. How did your duties and level of authority differ from those of your supervisor?Be specific and complete in your responses. To receive credit, the employer(s) and each position held must be identified in the experience section of your application. 15 ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThank you for your application. If you have additional information related specifically to the current vacancy positions that you would like us to consider, include the information below. Required Question Employer State of Hawaii Address DHRD - Employee Staffing Division 235 S. Beretania Street, 11th Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813-2437 Phone 808-587-0936 or 1-877-447-5990 (TTY) *** Website http://jobs.hawaii.gov/