Wscjtc Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $5,812.00 - $7,817.00 Monthly
Location : King County - Burien, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-05247
Department: Criminal Justice Training Commission
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
The Opportunity:
The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) is committed to enhancing peace officer and corrections officer accountability as well as public trust and confidence in the criminal justice system. The Certification Bureau plays a vital role in reviewing misconduct to ensure violations of the statutory rules are applied in a fair and consistent manner in cases involving misconduct and forwarding cases to the Attorney General's Office for review and possible decertification. In order to assist in these efforts, WSCJTC is recruiting an experienced investigator who is well versed in interview techniques and report writing to join our investigative team. This position will be responsible for coordinating with Washington State police and corrections agencies in order to review complete internal investigations. In addition, the incumbent will conduct administrative investigations on alleged misconduct of police and corrections officers, WSCJTC employees, contractors, and recruits.
The Salary:
The salary listed does not include the additional 5% premium granted to all King County employees.
The Benefits:
WSCJTC offers outstanding benefits, choice of state retirement programs including a defined benefit pension plan, advancement opportunities, and flexible/compressed work schedules.
At WSCJTC, we value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives
while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
Duties
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Organize and conduct administrative investigations into alleged peace or corrections officer misconduct.
• Conduct administrative investigations on alleged employees, WSCJTC contractors, and/or recruit misconduct.
• Acquire open-source information and records.
• Request law enforcement documents and other records.
• Securing and analyzing documentary evidence.
• Use of digital voice recording equipment.
• Interviews of employees/officers with Garrity Rights as appropriate.
• Interviews of witnesses.
• Interviews of victims.
• Writing extensive, detailed reports of investigation and supplemental reports.
• Organize significant amounts of information/reports/files/photos/evidence for review by Certification Bureau supervisor and/or managers.
• Assist the Assistant Attorney General with case briefings, filings, and follow-up.
• Testify in administrative hearings and other judicial proceedings when requested.
• Receive and evaluate referrals from law enforcement agencies, government agencies, and community groups on alleged police and/or corrections officer misconduct.
• Consult with and provide guidance to law enforcement agencies, government agencies, and the Washington State Assistant Attorney General assigned to the WSCJTC Certification Bureau.
• Recommend to the supervisor, managers, and the Assistant Attorney General a specific course of action and/or strategies to follow during complex administrative investigations.
• Provide expert opinion and advice as appropriate to a variety of internal and external business partners.
• Development of training curricula on specialized administrative investigations.
• Presentation of training to law enforcement, corrections, and other groups as requested.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, or a related field - AND -
• At least 3 years' experience involving complex investigations - OR -
• At least 5 years' experience involving complex investigations, to include at least 2 years of investigative experience in criminal and/or administrative investigations.
• Ability to manage workload with little supervision.
• Experience conducting investigations, including recorded interviews of suspects/victims/witnesses and report writing.
• Knowledge regarding the differences between a criminal investigation and an administrative investigation.
• Ability to build partnerships with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• A valid Washington State driver's license.

Desired Qualifications:

• Have at least 2 years' experience conducting administrative investigations
• Has attended and successfully completed victim/witness/suspect interview training within six months of hire
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain professionalism and objectivity in high-pressure situations
• Extremely high professional ethics
• Broad investigative experience across multiple functional areas
• Detail-oriented

Specialty Requirements/Conditions of Employment

• Ability to work from home and/or offsite.

Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions.
To be considered for this position, you must attach the following to your online application:

• A Letter of Interest detailing your qualifications, and why you believe you are the best person for this role, and
• A minimum of three (3) professional references who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.

The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted. We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and further documentation may be required.Veteran's Preference
Applicants who meet the required qualifications for the position and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click
We thank you and are grateful for your service!
Applications from this posting may be used for up to 60 days to fill future vacancies.
Contact Us:
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, email and a member of our team will respond to your question as soon as possible.
WSCJTC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed recruiter. WSCJTC does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit .
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RC