Investigator Iii- Criminal Justice

General Description

Under minimal supervision, conducts complex investigations of alleged violations of the laws, rules and regulations pertaining to advanced practice, professional and vocational nursing.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conducts investigation of licensees' alleged violations of the rules and regulations pertaining to advanced practice, professional and vocational nursing. Analyzes assigned complaints to develop and implement investigative plan within accepted time frames. Prepares notices of alleged violations to nurses under investigation. Prepares subpoenas and obtain allegation specific relevant records. Identifies witnesses and obtain statements through affidavits/interviews.

Conducts on-site investigations, as necessary, to interview witnesses and identify additional documentary evidence. Documents investigative activities, including all contacts with outside parties. Prepares investigative case reports which include alleged violations, relevant evidence, and responses/explanations. Recommends appropriate case disposition to the Supervising Investigator/Director of Enforcement which are consistent with adopted Board guidelines and disciplinary matrix.

Facilitates timely case resolution according to established guidelines. Ensures that Agreed Orders and Formal Charges are accurately drafted, routed and mailed in a timely manner according to established processes. Ensures that documentary evidence and witness testimony are prepared for presentation at informal settlement conferences and formal disciplinary hearings, as applicable. Testifies at formal disciplinary hearings and participates in depositions, as applicable.

Assists in the education of the public, employers and nurses. Adheres to agency Customer Service Standards when responding to inquiries regarding the NPA and Board Rules, policies and procedures. Maintains courteous, effective communication with co-workers and supervisors to promote teamwork in accomplishing departmental and agency functions. Assists new Board staff in learning the investigative process. Refers questions regarding licensing, education or nursing practice to appropriate Board staff

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to write and speak effectively. Knowledge of investigative methods and process. Knowledge of state statutes and rules governing the practice of professional and vocational nursing in the State of Texas. Knowledge of the Administrative Procedures and Texas Register Act. Skill in objectively presenting evidence and testimony at informal conferences and formal disciplinary hearings. Ability to apply Board policies and procedures. Skill in computer word processing.

Education and Experience Requirements

Baccalaureate Degree in Criminal Justice, sociology or related field, supplemented by two years of experience or specialized training in areas related to the agency mission.

The Texas Board of Nursing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran in its hiring and recruitment process. Veterans' and former foster youth employment preferences are granted as required by law. The Texas Board of Nursing participates in E-Verify, and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,333.34 - $4,802.07 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a college degree in Criminal Science, Sociology, or a related field?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person