Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.
The Bureau of Investigation and Identity Protection is currently recruiting for an Investigator to join our team! If you are naturally inquisitive and seeking a challenging, yet satisfying investigative opportunity, join the Iowa Department of Transportation’s investigative unit. As an investigator, you will perform field inspection and investigative work relating to vehicle registration and title fraud, vehicle dealer licensing, theft examinations on salvage vehicles, driver's license fraud and related identity theft, fee for new registration fraud, odometer fraud, and stolen vehicles.
Iowa DOT’s Mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To accomplish our Mission, the person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa DOT’s five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.
The candidate selected for this position will be required to reside in one of the following counties upon hire: Washington, Keokuk, Henry, or Jefferson County.
Shift: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Occasional overnight travel will be required.
Investigators work independently and are responsible for making decisions based upon information gathered. Investigators report to either the Bureau of Investigation & Identity Protection’s deputy director or director, who in turn report to the Motor Vehicle Division’s director.
Vehicle title and registration: Investigators are responsible for assigning vehicle identification numbers to vehicles that have had the identification number lost, stolen or damaged. When a vehicle is homemade or reconstructed, an investigator must examine it to check for compliance with the Iowa Code and Iowa DOT Administrative Rules. Responsibilities also include investigating cases involving fraudulent applications for motor vehicle titles, violations of the ownership and transfer of motor vehicles, and complaints of identity theft related to the application and issuance of Iowa registration and title documents.
Odometer fraud: Odometer fraud involves the fraudulent reduction of mileage on a vehicle to inflate its value. Investigators compile information and develop cases for possible prosecution on odometer fraud in cooperation with Iowa's Office of the Attorney General.
Fee for new registration fraud (formerly use tax fraud): These investigations pertain to the sale and transfer of motor vehicles and aircraft subject to registration when the purchase price may have been fraudulently represented resulting in tax evasion. The investigator obtains title records, bills of sale, and cancelled checks; and conducts interviews to determine if a violation occurred. If criminal charges are warranted, the investigator files appropriate charges with the county attorney's office.
Driver's license fraud and related identity theft: These investigations involve the fraudulent alteration, manufacture, and application for Iowa driver’s licenses and non-operator’s identification (ID) cards. Investigators interview witnesses and suspects, examine documents to determine their authenticity, and compile information for prosecution. They investigate complaints of identity theft related to the application and issuance of Iowa driver's license, ID cards and driving convictions. Investigators also provide training to law enforcement agencies, the Iowa DOT's Motor Vehicle Division staff, along with a variety of other private and public agencies on the detection of driver's license fraud and related identity theft.
Motor vehicle dealer license: Investigators conduct on-site inspections for dealer license applicants to determine if the facility meets minimum state standards for licensing as a motor vehicle dealer. Audits of licensed dealers are also conducted to ensure compliance with the Iowa Code and Administrative Rules. Consumer complaints against licensed dealers are investigated by motor vehicle investigators.
REQUIREMENTS:
- This position is open to all qualified applicants who meet minimum requirements set forth by Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) and are currently certified as a peace officer in the State of Iowa.
- A valid driver's license must be possessed and maintained.
- Upon hire, must maintain certification as a salvage vehicle theft examiner and maintain status as a certified Iowa peace officer.
- Must maintain status as a certified Iowa peace officer including passing a semiannual firearms qualification test.
- Must complete an annual health physical by a licensed physician or surgeon and be found to meet the physical requirements necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer.
- Must maintain certification as a salvage vehicle theft examiner.
- Must obtain and maintain certification for access and use of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
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What we offer YOU:
- Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
- Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment - Monthly insurance premium (Iowa Choice*):
Single: $54/mo. employee share; $715/mo. state share
Family: $180/mo. employee share; $1,624.00/mo. state share
*Other insurance options are available. Please review HERE (Download PDF reader).
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Paid time off effective immediately (biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year)
- Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
- Optional 401A plan with employer contributions
- Employee Discount Programs from variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial)
You have the freedom to flourish to fly in Iowa – Apply now!
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us
Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
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