Job Description

Supervising Special Investigator

Recruitment # 260326-7770AR-001

Location Hartford, CT

Date Opened 4/1/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary $86,068 - $110,931/year

Job Type Open to Agency Employees

Close Date 4/9/2026 11:59:00 PM

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• Introduction

The State of Connecticut ( , Department of Consumer Protection (DCP ( ) is seeking a qualified agency employee for the position of Supervising Special Investigator ( to join our team in Hartford, CT.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• Our State Employee Benefits Overview ( page!

• Professional growth and development opportunities.

• A healthy work/life balance ( to all employees.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full time, 40 hours per week

• Monday through Friday

• First shift

• Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT

• Hybrid role-combination of in-office and telework

THE ROLE

The Supervising Special Investigator will oversee the Occupational Trades Ratio Relief and Criminal Enforcement Team within our Investigations Division.

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date on the job posting.

• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 ( , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.

• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

• Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates-such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links-please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board ( and select "Update My Contact Information."

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at

QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond ( @ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for supervising the staff of an investigative unit engaged in investigating complaints and alleged violations of state laws and regulations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assists managerial employees in administering statutes relating to area of regulation assigned to the department;

• Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff;

• Provides staff training and assistance;

• Conducts performance evaluations;

• Determines priorities and plans unit work;

• Establishes and maintains unit operational procedures;

• Develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards;

• Testifies at hearings and in court;

• Prepares arrest warrants;

• Prepares search and seizure warrants;

• Conducts surveillance;

• Assists administrators in reviewing complaints and violations and determining appropriate course of action;

• Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;

• Prepares reports and correspondence;

• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of

• investigatory methods and techniques;

• relevant agency policies and procedures;

• relevant state laws and regulations;

• Considerable

• interpersonal skills;

• oral and written communication skills;

• skill in interviewing;

• Ability to utilize computer software;

• Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of investigatory experience in health care, insurance claims, law enforcement or a regulatory field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of the General Experience must have been investigating complaints at the level of a Special Investigator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training in law enforcement, health care or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

• A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience preparing affidavits of arrests.

• Experience collaborating with court prosecutors.

• Experience collaborating with law enforcement and municipal building officials.

• Experience working independently in the field.

• Possess a current license at or above the level of limited journeyman in one of the following trade areas: Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, Electrical and Fire Protection.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work, All shifts, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Day shift

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