The Department
The Office of Inspector General for Public Safety (OIG) was established by Ordinance 125315 as part of the City of Seattle police accountability reform effort. Our charge is to help ensure the fairness and integrity of the police system in its delivery of law enforcement services. Our goal is to ensure constitutional, accountable, effective, and respectful policing that reflects the values of Seattle's diverse communities and engenders community trust.
The Job
The OIG is seeking a Public Safety Investigations Specialist who will have the expertise to (1) generate advanced, high-quality work products in support of OIG's mission with a high level of autonomy, and (2) advise the Investigations Supervisor and the Inspector General about effective courses of action in a complex, highly scrutinized environment. This position will primarily be responsible for the oversight and review of Office of Police Accountability (OPA) investigations. OPA is a city entity with the authority to investigate misconduct complaints against Seattle Police Department (SPD) employees. The Investigations Specialist will be responsible for assessing and certifying OPA misconduct investigations against various criteria and metrics to ensure they are timely, thorough, and objective.
TOTAL COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This full-time position is classified as a Strategic Advisor 1 and is exempt from the Seattle Civil Service System. The full salary range for this position is $100,620.72 - $150,816.24 annually ($48.19 – $72.23 per hour). The salary range for this individual role has been identified as $104,000 - $113,000 annually.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position will primarily be onsite at Seattle Municipal Tower: 700 5th AVE Suite 5500, Seattle, WA. Alternative Work Arrangements may be considered and will be based on operational needs.
COMMITMENT TO SOCIAL JUSTICE
The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.
HOW TO APPLY
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Complete a NEOGOV online application and supplemental questionnaire.
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Attach a PDF cover letter describing how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities have prepared you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in this job announcement.
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Attach a PDF of your resume.
Applications received without the requested materials will not be considered.
Job offers are contingent upon the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the successful completion of a background check.
Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.