Discover a fulfilling career fighting for equity and social justice while making a difference in your community. The Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) seeks an Investigations Analyst to conduct independent investigations into allegations of misconduct by the King County Sheriff’s Office, as well as monitor and review King County Sheriff’s Office internal investigations to ensure they are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and procedures.
OLEO provides independent oversight of the King County Sheriff’s Office. We conduct objective reviews and independent investigations, and make evidence-based policy recommendations that are guided by the community and rooted in equity.
We are committed to upholding and promoting equal opportunity in employment and value lived experiences. People of all backgrounds, cultures, and religions are encouraged to apply, including veterans, people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities. We value diversity and strive to hire a workforce who reflects the County we serve. We believe a diverse workforce is a strong workforce.
Job Duties
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
Successful candidates for this position will be able to clearly demonstrate skill and ability to:
- Conduct or participate in independent investigations conducted by OLEO.
- Analyze Sheriff’s Office internal investigations to assess compliance with protocols.
- Attend investigation interviews, including outside of regular work hours, and discuss investigative steps and strategy with King County Sheriff’s Office or independent investigators as needed.
- Prepare written reports analyzing investigations, documenting investigative steps, and presenting findings.
- Perform complaint intake.
- Attend the scene of critical incidents, including outside of regular work hours, as needed.
- Act with integrity and uphold principles of due process and fairness.
A complete description of the Investigations Analyst duties can be found here: OLEO-Investigations-Analyst-0222.ashx (kingcounty.gov)
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
The ideal candidate will have a passion for and understanding of police accountability, working knowledge of issues related to police practices, and excellent written and verbal communication skills, initiative, and judgment.
A bachelor’s degree in public safety, criminal justice, auditing, or related field AND 3 years’ experience in investigative work, interviewing, litigation, or similar field is required; a master’s degree in criminal justice, related field, or JD is preferred.
Experience in IAPro or other similar investigative case management systems is preferred. Fluency in one of King County’s top languages other than English is desired, but not required.
You are invited to translate lived experiences and transferable skills to satisfy the requirements of this position. Candidates may satisfy requirements through a combination of education, job, lived experiences, and transferable skills. Non-traditional career paths will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- Commitment to equity and social justice.
- Knowledge of police practices, police oversight, police investigations, and the criminal justice system.
- Experience conducting audits and/or investigations, and applying interviewing, investigative, and research principles.
- Objectivity and bias awareness in conducting investigations and reviews, and proper handling of confidential information and communications.
- Knowledge in applying laws, rules, and policies to investigative findings to make proper determinations and recommendations.
- Ability to communicate in writing and verbally with diverse audiences within the Sheriff’s Office and public on complex police practices and procedures.
- Flexibility to adapt in a multi-faceted and sometimes fast-paced team environment with occasional non-traditional work hours.
Supplemental Information
Together with leadership and our employees, we are changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation’s best places to live, work, and play.
ABOUT THE POSITION
This position is open to all qualified applicants. Acceptable proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States are required by federal immigration law. This position is a salaried, at-will, overtime-exempt classification that is not eligible for the county Career Service system.
The standard workweek is 35 hours. Non-traditional work hours and travel throughout King County may occasionally be required.
Full benefits are available, some of which include the Washington State Public Employees’ Retirement System; county health insurance, dental, and vision plans; parental leave; local transit pass and other local alternative transportation incentives; and deferred compensation plan.
To see all benefits, visit Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement at https://kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/benefits.aspx
This position requires a mandatory criminal background check, which includes fingerprinting.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Interested individuals should submit a complete online King County application. Online applications are preferred; however, if you are unable to apply online, visit www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options. Failure to submit all required forms and materials may limit further consideration.
To apply, you must submit:
1. A completed job application
2. A resume and cover letter (Cover letter entered in supplemental question 1)
3. Supplemental questions
Applications materials will be screened for writing accuracy, clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. Applicants who pass the screening section will be asked to complete a writing exercise before moving to the interview. Our tentative plan for interviews will be during the week of March 17, 2025.
NOTE: If selected to move forward to the interview, you will be required to complete an online reference check.
TELEWORKING
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly in a hybrid work environment, working in the office and at home. Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.
Please contact Arlecier West, Sr. HR Business Partner at arlecier.west@kingcounty.gov if you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you would like to have a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
