SPECIAL AGENT- KBI7571L1 Pay Grade: 30 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is full performance criminal investigation work in the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. Work involves independently conducting investigations of cases involving narcotics, violent and white-collar crimes, civil disorders and torts against the State of Kansas. Work also involves training less experienced agents and receiving continued training both from within the agency and from outside sources. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL C: "Under direction…" Employees at this level usually receive a general outline of the work to be performed and are generally free to develop their own sequences and methods within the scope of established policies. New, unusual, or complex work situations are almost always referred to a superior for advice. Work is periodically checked for progress and conformance to established policies and requirements. Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL D: Work is of a diversified nature that usually involves multiple unrelated steps. Analytical thought is necessary for dealing with complex data and situations. Work often involves a variety of unrelated processes and may require planning or carrying out a sequence of actions or both. Several alternatives usually exist at this level for approaching problems or situations. Workers at this level exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by occasional review and by reporting to or consultation with supervisors or superiors. When guidelines exist at this level, they are usually broadly defined or technical requiring careful analysis and interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program failure or a high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are serious or incapacitating or both and costs due to errors are substantial. Contacts - LEVEL C: The purpose of the contact is to influence, motivate, conduct interviews, make formal presentations or counsel to achieve common understanding or solutions to problems when the information is sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are skeptical or uncooperative. Communication techniques and well developed communication skills become an important requirement at this level. Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL A: No supervisory or leadership responsibility; may explain work instructions or assist in training others. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Senior Special Agent class which is of a more specialized and complex nature and where the majority of the work is performed independently. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Protects and processes crime scenes by identifying and collecting physical evidence using photography, various measuring techniques and diagramming; lifting fingerprints, casting impressions, and properly tagging, packaging and transporting evidence for forensic examinations. Conducts interviews with victims, witnesses and suspects to obtain relevant case information in accordance with rules of evidence. Prepares appropriate administrative and investigative reports and forms required by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. Employs appropriate surveillance techniques including undercover surveillance by observing suspected persons and determining their involvement in criminal activities; conducts electronic surveillance by legally installing and operating electronic surveillance equipment. Confers with prosecutors for preparation and presentation of evidence in courts of law and other legal proceedings; presents evidence in order to obtain subpoenas, search and arrest warrants. Participates in raids to seize evidence or apprehend suspects. Performs related work as speaking to civil groups on crime prevention and law enforcement topics; providing physical security for witnesses and dignitaries and verifying the safety of situations that will be encountered prior the arrival of dignitaries. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of KBI criminal investigation techniques. Knowledge of basic identification processes and equipment used in criminal investigations. Knowledge of procedures used in the preservation of evidence. *Knowledge of interviewing and interrogating techniques. *Knowledge of law enforcement procedures. *Knowledge of English usage and written communication format. Knowledge of federal and Kansas law. *Knowledge of finger printing techniques. Knowledge of the techniques of casting footprints, tire tracks, and other impressions. Knowledge of the use of electronic equipment (wire taps, tape recorders, polygraph, communication equipment, etc.). Knowledge of the operation of photographic equipment (35 MM camera, 1-1 Polaroid). Knowledge of surveillance techniques. Knowledge of medical terminology. Abilities *Ability to work independently without direct supervision. Ability to conduct interviews and interrogate others. Ability to evaluate relative importance of information obtained. Ability to work long hours under difficult and arduous conditions. Ability to determine the essential physical aspects of a crime scene for diagramming and photographing purposes. Ability to rapidly make detailed observations. *Ability to accurately recall and to verbally present information concisely. Ability to remain alert over long periods of time. Ability to apply the force necessary to effect an arrest. *Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions. *Ability to organize and clearly express information in concise written form. *Ability to operate a motor vehicle. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalent. Current
law enforcement certification and six years law enforcement experience.
Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the
agency. Necessary Special Requirements:
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