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Investigator 2

  2026-02-14     State of Washington     all cities,AK  
Description:

Salary: $6,046.00 - $8,129.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Project (limited duration)
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-01191
Department: Dept. of Corrections
Division: Prisons - HQ
Opening Date: 02/11/2026
Closing Date: 2/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Investigator 2
Position P989


Full Time, Project

Salary Range: $6,046 - $8,129 Monthly (Teamsters)

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to take on the dynamic role of an Investigator 2 for our Intelligence and Investigation Network. This is a full-time, project position located at Department of Corrections Headquarters in Tumwater, Washington.

Our mission at the Department of Corrections (DOC) is to 'improve public safety'. With a vast number of innovative sustainability programs, and evidence-based practices used to reduce recidivism, Washington State is highly regarded as a strong leader in the field of Corrections. For additional information about our agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

The Department of Corrections, in collaboration with its criminal justice partners, will contribute to staff and community safety and hold incarcerated individuals accountable through administration of criminal sanctions and effective reentry programs.

Under the direction of the Chief of Investigative Operations, or their designee; this position works collaboratively with stakeholders and contributes to the agency's mission, to improve facility and public safety, by conducting impartial, confidential, high priority investigations throughout the department. These investigations often involve allegations that are sensitive, complex and at times controversial within a correctional setting with the potential of having political impacts, and/or media interest related to the Department of Corrections.

This position may require travel across the state and may be called to duty whenever an emergency arises and there is a need for investigative support.

If you have read this far and are interested in the next opportunity to improve public safety, we encourage you to apply!
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application accessible via the 'Apply' button located at the top right corner of this posting and attach the following required documents:

  1. Cover letter regarding your interest in this position.
  2. Detailed chronological resume. Your resume will not substitute for the 'Work Experience' section of the online application.
  3. Include at least three professional-level references with valid phone number and email for each.
For more information or questions about this opportunity, please email Alaina Olson at ...@DOC1.WA.GOV or call 360-###-####.
Duties

The Department of Corrections, in collaboration with its criminal justice partners, will contribute to staff and community safety and hold incarcerated individuals accountable through administration of criminal sanctions and effective reentry programs. Under the direction of the Chief of Investigative Operations, or their designee; this position works collaboratively with stakeholders and contributes to the agency's mission of improving facility and public safety.

As a member of the Intelligence and Investigations Network, the Technology Intelligence Investigator will develop, and disseminate reports, briefings, analysis, and other services related to the interdiction of contraband, drugs, and other public safety threats with a nexus to the Washington State Department of Corrections.

The Technology Intelligence Investigator is responsible for gathering information and evidence, primarily using the intelligence development, and monitoring features of the Incarcerated Individual Technology (IITS) System.
This position has state-wide responsibilities and may be called to duty whenever an emergency arises and there is a specific need for information and intelligence gathering support.

Key responsibilities of this Investigator 2 include, but are not limited to:
  • Conducts complex investigations to substantiate allegations of fraud, criminal misconduct, administrative violations, and other activities that negatively impact safe and secure prison administration and community safety, primarily by utilizing the Incarcerated Individual Technology Systems (IITS) intelligence software and databases.
  • Conduct source collection, research, analyze, evaluate, and integrate data to develop actionable intelligence utilizing specialized software and programs.
  • Compile documentation and intelligence regarding inappropriate activities conducted by employees, incarcerants, visitors, and associates with a nexus to WADOC.
  • Monitor incarcerated phone calls and other communications in support of investigative evidence gathering.
  • Gather and group related IITS data in a clear and concise manner.
  • Type and record suspicious activity reports and statistical data.
  • Organize and present facts in a clear and concise manner orally and in writing.
  • Extract data through data mining techniques from multiple sources.
  • Gathers facts and develops evidence primarily focusing on incarcerated communications, being used to conduct inappropriate activates with the objective of completing investigative intelligence reports for presentation in court or for administrative hearings.
  • Cultivates, collects, analyzes, and disseminates intelligence information to the appropriate stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Prepares descriptive intelligence reports, utilizing detailed charts and diagrams.
  • Prepare analyses, assessments, or other products by applying expert judgment and specialized experience in interpreting information.
  • Organization and presentation of facts in a clear and concise manner orally and in writing.
  • Builds a picture of crime clusters in each location.
  • Prepare and present briefings on projects, studies and analyses to executive staff and other stakeholders. .
  • Extract essential information and analysis from investigations and intelligence products and synthesize the information into actionable reports.
  • Identify intelligence gaps to produce assessments and recommendations.
  • Compile criminal records and data to develop a proactive approach to reducing violence and other potential threats.
  • Performs journey level criminal intelligence development. Reviews, selects, evaluates and consolidates developed intelligence data and related information and ensures that follow-up actions are initiated; collects additional data to fill gaps; disseminates action items to stakeholders.
  • Discern patterns of complex behavior; provide accurate understanding of present and future threats to help guide decision makers.
  • Provide critical front-line intelligence support to investigative and operational personnel.
  • Analyze intelligence information and other resources related to international, domestic terrorists, and other organized crime groups.
  • Develop threat-based analysis of drug rings, Security Threat Groups and other criminal organizations.
  • Prepare threat assessments on upcoming major and/or special events.
  • Special Investigation Services Program Support as Needed.
  • Complete IITS related data requests by law enforcement.
  • Respond to Unit public disclosure requests as needed.
  • Support Emergency Operations information and intelligence needs.
  • Assist with Investigations Network Auditing.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

What we need (required qualifications):
  • High school graduation or GED
  • Ability to pass a required background clearance and the ability to maintain clearance for access to restricted databases and trainings.
  • Knowledge of: investigative procedures and practices; research methods and data collections; communication and correspondence practices, and applicable laws.
  • Knowledge and experience in intelligence analysis that involves using the principles, concepts and methodologies of intelligence analysis to research, evaluate and integrate data in the preparation and presentation of intelligence analytical products.
OR

  • Possess a two-year degree in criminal justice with experience in statistical analysis, or related field
  • Ability to pass a comprehensive background check.
  • Experience as a full time investigator will substitute year for year for required degree.
  • Ability to undergo required background checks for clearance(s) and the ability to maintain clearance(s) for access to restricted databases and trainings.


What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):
  • 2 years experience as a full time analyst with a criminal justice government agency, or private organization, or directly allied field.
  • Six (6) months or more of full time hands on experience using intelligence software, incarcerated individual communications monitoring products, or equivalent criminal intelligence data mining software.
  • Experience working in a WADOC investigations unit full time for at least 1 year.
  • Demonstrated ability to work successfully as an individual and within a team.
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work as necessary under time pressures and adjusted schedules.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
  • Bi-lingual English / Spanish is a plus.

Supplemental Information
Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

COVID 19 Vaccination Requirement - Employees of the WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of your vaccine status. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. You may request an accommodation if you are unable to meet this requirement due to a medical or religious necessity.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
  • Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
**Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
  • A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
  • Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
  • We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
  • Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
  • Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in the position.
  • Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date ofhire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
  • This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
  • Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
  • Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
  • 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
  • 11 paid holidays a year (12 in 2022 for Juneteenth)
  • Generous retirement plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Care Assistance
  • Deferred Compensation and so much more!

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
The DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Alaina Olson, Human Resource Consultant, at ...@doc1.wa.gov. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-###-####.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026
01

*Do you currently possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No

02

*Please describe your level of experience working full-time in a hands-on application intelligence software, incarcerated individual communications monitoring products, or equivalent criminal intelligence data mining software:
  • I do not have this experience or I have less than 6-months.
  • I have at least 6-months of experience.
  • I have 6 + months of experience.

03

Please describe where you obtained these experiences, skills and abilities.
04

*Do you possess knowledge of: investigative procedures and practices; research methods and data collections; communication and correspondence practices, and applicable laws?
  • Yes
  • No

05

Please describe where you obtained these experiences, skills and abilities.
06

*Do you possess knowledge and experience in intelligence analysis that involves using the principles, concepts and methodologies of intelligence analysis to research, evaluate and integrate data in the preparation and presentation of intelligence analytical products?
  • Yes
  • No

07

Please describe where you obtained these experiences, skills and abilities.
08

*Are you able to undergo the necessary background checks for the clearances required for this position?
  • Yes
  • No

09

Do you possess a 2-year degree in criminal justice with experience in statistical analysis or another related field?
  • No, I only possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Yes

10

Do you have experience working as a full-time Investigator?
  • No, I do not have this experience.
  • 1-11 months
  • 12-23 months experience
  • 24+ months

11

Please describe where you obtained these skills and abilities.
12

Do you have at least 2 years of full time experience working as an analyst with a criminal justice or government/private organization?
  • Yes
  • No

13

Please describe where and how you obtained these skills, abilities and experiences.
14

Do you have at least 1 year experience working with the WADOC Investigations Team?
  • Yes
  • No

15

Do you possess excellent verbal and writing skills necessary for organizational communication?
  • Yes
  • No

16

Do you have the ability to work as necessary under time pressures and adjusted schedules?
  • Yes
  • No

17

Are you bi-lingual in English/Spanish?
  • Yes
  • No

18

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?
  • Yes
  • No

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