investigative research specialist

Commonwealth of Kentucky

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</div><div>3/31/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
</div></div><div><div>26-01164
</div><div>Investigations Specialist -Legislative Research Commission
</div><div><div>Employment Type
</div><div>LEGISLATIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | LRC | 40.0 HR/WK
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</div></div><div><div>Hiring Agency
</div><div>Legislative | Legislative Research Commission
</div></div><div><div>Location
</div><div>702 Capital Ave.
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Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
</div></div><div><div>Description
</div><div>The Legislative Research Commission is accepting applications for the position of Investigations Specialist with the Office of Education Accountability. This position is nonpartisan in nature and requires the ability to work with neutrality in a politically charged environment.<br>
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The Legislative Research Commission provides staff support to the Kentucky General Assembly. The agency offers unique opportunities to people seeking fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding careers. LRC staff members provide diverse services and are united by the common purpose of supporting the branch of government closest to the people.<br>
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This is a permanent, full-time position with benefits including health and life insurance; retirement plan; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. Compensatory time is awarded on an hour-for-hour basis with prior approval.<br>
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Job Duties:<ul><li>
Responsible for a wide range of duties related to the investigation of education- related complaints.
</li><li>Communicates with Deputy Director on a daily basis regarding investigations.
</li><li>Create and maintain accurate, dependable, and comprehensive investigative reports in Microsoft EXCEL, WORD, and in-house investigative application.
</li><li>Assist in all aspects of the investigations process, including: receiving and logging complaints; updating complaint status (opening a new case, attaching to an existing case, or no review needed); tracking case activity, including logging cases initiated, onsite and phone interviews conducted, reports issued, investigation outcome (allegations substantiated or not substantiated), corrective action/training required, and cases closed; and reporting of case activity.
</li><li>Compile information for and organize end of month reports: investigator caseload reports, case tracking reports, monthly EAARS reports.
</li><li>Compile information for and organize end of year reports to obtain yearly totals for complaints (# received, # anonymous) and cases (# opened, # closed, and # pending) for OEA Annual Report.
</li><li>Reconcile number of complaints received in the OEA complaint inbox with those recorded in the investigative application on a monthly basis.
</li><li>Log open records requests &ndash; record date received, date responded, individual&rsquo;s name making request, and case # of final report(s) sent to individual.
</li><li>Notify LRC Web Masters to update OEA&rsquo;s web page as needed.
</li><li>Develop effective work methods and processes to streamline office operations and improve efficiency.
</li><li>Develop recommendations and enhancements to the in-house investigative application, as needed.
</li><li>Proofread materials for accuracy and style.
</li><li>Attend trainings and professional development opportunities relevant to position.
</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned, including assistance to research division of OEA as that division performs studies at the direction of EAARS.</li></ul>
Desired Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>
Strong verbal, writing, and listening skills.
</li><li>Excellent proofreading skills.
</li><li>Ability to maintain confidential records and files.
</li><li>Proficiency with current office technology.
</li><li>Excellent organization and multitasking capability.
</li><li>Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet specific deadlines.</li></ul>
</div></div><div><div>Minimum Requirements
</div><div><div><b>EDUCATION:</b> High school diploma or GED and some community college or college coursework. Note: Education may be substituted for experience and vice versa at the discretion of the manager.</div><br>
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<div><b>EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:</b> Minimum of five years in legislative affairs, business administrative work, research, or a related field. Advanced knowledge of the investigations process and procedures will be given added consideration.</div><br>
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<div><b>Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:</b> NONE</div><br>
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<div><b>Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:</b> NONE</div><br>
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<div><b>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):</b> NONE
</div><div><div>If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Becca Fryman at becca.fryman@kylegislature.gov or 502-564-8100.
</div></div><div><div>An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Investigations Specialist -Legislative Research Commission

DC Department of Human Resources

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 There is only one city in the country that can say it is the Nation&rsquo;s Capital &ndash; Washington, D.C. Given that distinction, The Metropolitan Police Department is the premiere law enforcement organization in the city. We receive over 22 million visitors a year, have almost 700,000 residents, and 21,000 private business. The Department consists of more than 4,200 members: approximately 3,550 sworn members and over 650 civilian employees. We are one of the most diverse and highly trained departments in the country. We have the honor of safeguarding and protecting not only our nation&rsquo;s residents, but also people from all over the world.
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 The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) offers an attractive benefits package. The benefits package includes competitive compensation, health insurance, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, short and long term disability and life insurance, as well a strong retirement benefit and savings options. Employees are also eligible for our employer contributed 401a plan after one year of employment. Additional perks such as discounts on wireless carriers, gym memberships, amusement park tickets and much more! Additional information can be found at: DCHR Benefits
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 This position is located in the Homeland Security Bureau, Real Time Crime Center, Investigative Support Section.
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 This Criminal Research Specialist position is covered under the National Association of Government Employees (NAGE) bargaining unit and you may be required to pay an agency fee through direct payroll deductions.
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  This Incumbent Will Be Responsible For The Following
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   Research and obtain data and information from automated and manual resources and networked databases in direct support of investigations
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   Receives, prioritizes and validates requests for investigative assistance and determines the appropriate procedure and protocols in order to initiate the collection and dissemination of the investigative information in a timely manner and designated format
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   Summarizes, disseminates and/or exchanges investigative information to authorized personnel, law enforcement agencies and criminal information networks
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   Maintains the proper security and confidentiality of all information created or encountered for the purpose of complying with federal and local laws and regulations concerning access to and dissemination of criminal information
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   Communicates with field investigators and criminal intelligence officers via radio or telephone in an office setting to assist in identifying and locating suspects and potential witnesses, obtaining and providing information useful to investigators, such as surveillance data, criminal histories and places of residence and employment, etc., using various restricted access resources
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   Assist in the initial investigation and tracking of GPS units that may assist in the identification and location of potential suspects and/or witnesses
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   Review and dissemination of information from surveillance video tapes and audio records
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   Monitor tip lines, obtain relevant information from outside agencies (OUC, DMV, etc.), conduct appropriate link analysis, reviews social media internet sites for potential investigative material, and review all information and intelligence to determine additional action
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   Operates technologically advanced video systems and computer applications, including, but not limited to: CCTV (crime cameras), automated license plate readers (LPR), Shotspotter, JUSTIS, WALES II, NCIC, Columbo, Morpho Face, TLO, Cobalt, etc
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   Prepares reports and other documents for detectives and investigators.
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   May be required to testify in court.
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   Performs other related duties as assigned.
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  Qualifications
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   The position requires skill in problem solving and identification and resolution of conflicting information.
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   Working knowledge The Jencks Act, Brady Material and related Federal, State (Maryland and Virginia) and local DC laws, rules and regulations that govern evidentiary material.
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   Knowledge of legal terminology and legal forms.
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   Knowledge of Department guidelines, current accepted management theory, techniques, and practices.
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   Knowledge of effective communication skills necessary to convey sensitive and accurate information, build constructive working relationships to develop written reports.
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   Ability to deal with demanding and uncooperative individuals.
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   Skill to conduct research using various law enforcement and networked databases.
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   Knowledge to prepare presentations and to conduct briefings for the Command staff on the results of work efforts.
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   Knowledge to prioritize tasks with competing deadlines.
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   Subject to testify in court.
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  Licensures, Certifications And Other Requirements
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 High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's Degree in a Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred.
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 Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to a least the (CS-09) grade level, or its non-District equivalent, gained from the public or private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position directly related to the position.
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  Work Environment
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 Work location is in an office environment. Work is sedentary and may require walking and standing in conjunction with travel and attendance at meeting and conferences away from the work site and carrying light items, such as laptops, papers, books, small parts, and driving an automobile.
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  Other Significant Factors
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  Promotion Potential:
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 Promotional Potential to CS-Grade 12.
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 The Metropolitan Police Department is a 24-hour, 7 days a week operation. Your position is deemed
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  &ldquo;Essential&rdquo;
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 and subject to rotating shifts, to include weekends and holidays
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 This position is deemed as
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 pursuant to Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, in addition to the general suitability screening and criminal background check (pre-employment and periodic), individuals may be subject to the following checks and tests: Traffic record check (as applicable);
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   Pre-employment drug and alcohol test (as applicable);
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   Consumer credit check (as applicable);
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   Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test;
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   Random drug and alcohol test;
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   Return to duty or follow-up drug and alcohol test; and
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   Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.
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 The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator&rsquo;s permit.
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 The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited.
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 Click here to review additional information Employee Disclosure &amp; Information for Applicants
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Criminal Research Specialist

ADC LTD NM

Fixed-Term Employment Opportunity for Experienced Professionals – Join a Team Built on Integrity, Security and Dependability!
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Summary
<br>The PSID Investigative Technician (IT) Lead is responsible for the support and productivity of the investigative technician team, and processing large amounts of data from approved databases and/or in-person from record providers for further verification and full issue resolution during the field investigation. A successful Investigative Technician Lead must follow ADC LTD NM and PSID policies and procedures and meet the following expectations:
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Essential Tasks (minimum requirements) to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation
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<li>Model ADC LTD NM’s core values, policies and procedures and ensure that the same are supported at all times.</li>
<li>Maintain appropriate staffing levels within the team with assistance from their supervisor, the assistant director of investigations and director of investigations.</li>
<li>Regularly monitor and analyze each team member’s strengths and challenges to properly support them and maintain full production, timeliness and quality.</li>
<li>Foster a positive, team-oriented environment.</li>
<li>Set realistic goals and encourage productivity and performance as a team and individually.</li>
<li>Participate in recognition programs to acknowledge personnel’s successes and maintain morale.</li>
<li>Monitor and analyze each queue to identify unprocessed requests and provide priority lists.</li>
<li>Maintain working knowledge of record providers, databases and record retrieval procedures.</li>
<li>Track and log data retrieval progress and completion.</li>
<li>Maintain database website account accesses; record and reconcile database expenses.</li>
<li>Report significant changes to databases or the types and amounts of information typically received from databases and/or record providers that may impact the investigative process.</li>
<li>Conduct data retrieval from approved databases and record providers when other staff resources are unavailable.</li>
<li>Submit quality reports of investigations (ROIs) in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Remain in compliance with the National Training Standards (NTS), the Federal Investigative Standards (FIS) and all other applicable federal regulations.</li>
<li>Complete priority and expedited leads by request.</li>
<li>Maintain a working knowledge of agency guidance and transmittals.</li>
<li>Coordinate communications to discuss volumes, timeframes, prioritization, changes to policies and standards, and customer feedback.</li>
<li>Conduct occasional queue and quality spot checks and report the results to their supervisor.</li>
<li>Process large amounts of data and documents completely and accurately through established procedures.</li>
<li>Organize time and resources to ensure timely completion of data retrieval.</li>
<li>Maintain a working knowledge of Roadrunner.</li>
<li>Quickly troubleshoot issues as they arise.</li>
<li>Maintain professional, courteous relationships with team members, supervisors, the director, investigators, and all other ADC LTD NM employees and contractors.</li>
<li>Plan, implement and coordinate training for new team personnel and request training with the assistance of the PSID quality program lead, investigations director and the ADC LTD NM Training Department.</li>
<li>Assist with projects and process improvement at the direction of their supervisor.</li>
<li>Coordinate with PSID and ADC LTD NM personnel as necessary.</li>
<li>Perform all other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Performance Metrics
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<li>Subject to incoming case volumes:</li>
</ul>
o All team members to process a minimum of 10 leads per day on average for baseline productivity.
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<li>Close no more than 8% of all case parts late.</li>
<li>Fewer than 2% of all case parts contain significant adjudicative deficiencies.</li>
</ul>
Education, Experience and Skills
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<li>Minimum of an associate’s degree from an accredited university; or three years general investigative experience (i.e. military, local, state or Federal law enforcement or investigative functions).</li>
<li>Proven leadership/mentorship skills; ability to maintain a high level of professional demeanor.</li>
<li>Proficiency in common workplace hardware and software, including Microsoft Word, Excel and computer databases.</li>
<li>Excellent organization and prioritization skills.</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills and detailed-oriented.</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, including highly technical writing, proofreading, and editing.</li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of ADC LTD NM contracts and contractual requirements.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of federal investigative standards, including the investigative tiers, issue resolution and adjudication.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of ADC LTD NM investigative process and procedures.</li>
<li>Familiarity with federal and ADC LTD NM security standards.</li>
</ul>
Supervisory Responsibilities
<br>This position is responsible for the oversight and management of investigative technicians and responsible for maintaining a positive work environment. The Supervisor is responsible for managing employee workflow, training new hires, managing team’s schedules, reporting to HR and senior management, evaluating performance and providing feedback, identifying and applying career advancement opportunities to the entire team and helping to resolve issues and disputes in accordance with ADC LTD NM policies and procedures. The Supervisor is also responsible for implementing and upholding ADC’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Plan policies.
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Work Authorization/Security Clearance
<br>Employment is contingent upon the successful results of a background check and drug screen. In addition to the completion of a federal background investigation and while in the process of obtaining a Top Secret Clearance, must be able to obtain an interim clearance and/or appropriate agency approvals. Upon receipt of Top Secret clearance, must be able to maintain active Top Secret clearance and all agency approvals required of their position.
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Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
<br>This is a full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday, schedule to be determined between the core hours of 6:00 a.m. MT and 6:00 p.m. MT. Evening and weekend shifts may be required. Exceptions may be made with approval.
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Work Environment & Physical Demands
<br>While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a telework office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee will frequently be required to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk, working on a computer and using the phone.
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Probation
<br>Six-month probation at start of initial employment and/or when position is new for the employee.
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Travel None.
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Benefits
<br>Full benefit package as outlined per ADC policies and procedures.
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Given the changing nature of requirements, responsibilities, rules and duties, the expectations and qualifications listed in this job description may not fully express the position's structure. ADC LTD NM is not responsible for any errors or omissions that may be expressed with the information provided.
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ADC LTD NM is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

PSID Investigative Technician Lead - Fixed Term

Fixed-Term Employment Opportunity for Experienced Professionals - Join a Team Built on Integrity, Security and Dependability!
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Summary
<br>The PSID Employee Investigator Lead is responsible for the support and productivity of the employee investigator team and processing large amounts of casework during the field investigation. A successful Employee Investigator Lead must follow ADC LTD NM and PSID policies and procedures and meet the following expectations:
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Essential Tasks (minimum requirements) to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation
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<li>Model ADC LTD NM’s core values, policies and procedures and ensure that the same are supported at all times.</li>
<li>Supervise team personnel, including schedules, evaluations, personal improvement plans (PIPs), clearances, customer approvals, promotions, demotions, reprimands, suspensions and terminations with the assistance of the PSID director and Human Resources.</li>
<li>Monitor and approve timecards for team personnel and notify the PSID director and Human Resources of policy violations, as well as approve PTO, sick and other leave, including coordinating team schedules to meet queue and quality expectations.</li>
<li>Monitor and enforce team personnel’s adherence to ADC LTD NM policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Monitor and enforce system and information access approvals and conduct periodic audits to ensure appropriate access.</li>
<li>Monitor and maintain compliance with all mandatory and assigned training, security, and credential requirements.</li>
<li>Maintain appropriate staffing levels within the team with assistance from their supervisor, the assistant director of investigations and director of investigations.</li>
<li>Regularly monitor and analyze each team member’s strengths and challenges to properly support them and maintain full production, timeliness and quality.</li>
<li>Foster a positive, team-oriented environment.</li>
<li>Set realistic goals and encourage productivity and performance as a team and individually.</li>
<li>Participate in recognition programs to acknowledge personnel’s successes and maintain morale.</li>
<li>Monitor and analyze each queue to increase or reduce volumes based on the needs of personnel, the contract team, and the customer.</li>
<li>Maintain working knowledge of all contract requirements.</li>
<li>Coordinate employee investigator availability with high-need areas.</li>
<li>Review and approve employee investigator expense reports.</li>
<li>Plan and implement a process for EIs to submit limited vouchers with expenses and receipts through Roadrunner.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary contact for employee investigator field investigation questions.</li>
<li>Coordinate communications to discuss volumes, timeframes, prioritization, changes to policies and standards, and customer feedback.</li>
<li>Conduct occasional queue and quality spot checks and report the results to their supervisor.</li>
<li>Organize time and resources to ensure timely completion of data retrieval.</li>
<li>Maintain a working knowledge of Roadrunner.</li>
<li>Quickly troubleshoot issues as they arise.</li>
<li>Plan, implement and coordinate training for new team personnel and request training with the assistance of the PSID quality program analyst, or ADC LTD NM Training Department.</li>
<li>Maintain professional, courteous relationships with team members, supervisors, the director, investigators, and all other ADC LTD NM employees and contractors.</li>
<li>Assist with projects and process improvement at the direction of their supervisor.</li>
<li>Coordinate with PSID and ADC LTD NM personnel as necessary.</li>
<li>Conduct all other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Performance Metrics
<br><ul>
<li>Subject to incoming case volumes:</li>
</ul>
o All team members to process a minimum 40 scoped hours of background investigation work per week.
<br><ul>
<li>Close no more than 8% of all case parts late.</li>
<li>Fewer than 2% of all case parts contain significant adjudicative deficiencies.</li>
</ul>
Education, Experience and Skills
<br><ul>
<li>Minimum of an associate’s degree from an accredited university; or three years general investigative experience (i.e. military, local, state or Federal law enforcement or investigative functions).</li>
<li>Proven leadership/mentorship skills; ability to maintain a high level of professional demeanor.</li>
<li>Proficiency in common workplace hardware and software, including Microsoft Word, Excel and computer databases.</li>
<li>Excellent organization and prioritization skills.</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills and detailed-oriented.</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, including highly technical writing, proofreading, and editing.</li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of ADC LTD NM contracts and contractual requirements.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of federal investigative standards, including the investigative tiers, issue resolution and adjudication.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of ADC LTD NM investigative process and procedures.</li>
<li>Familiarity with federal and ADC LTD NM security standards.</li>
</ul>
Supervisory Responsibilities
<br>This position is responsible for the oversight and management of investigative technicians and responsible for maintaining a positive work environment. The Supervisor is responsible for managing employee workflow, training new hires, managing team’s schedules, reporting to HR and senior management, evaluating performance and providing feedback, identifying and applying career advancement opportunities to the entire team and helping to resolve issues and disputes in accordance with ADC LTD NM policies and procedures. The Supervisor is also responsible for implementing and upholding ADC’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Plan policies.
<br><br>
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
<br>Employment is contingent upon the successful results of a background check and drug screen. In addition to the completion of a federal background investigation and while in the process of obtaining a Top Secret Clearance, must be able to obtain an interim clearance and/or appropriate agency approvals. Upon receipt of Top Secret clearance, must be able to maintain active Top Secret clearance and all agency approvals required of their position.
<br><br>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
<br>This is a full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday, schedule to be determined between the core hours of 6:00 a.m. MT and 6:00 p.m. MT. Evening and weekend shifts may be required. Exceptions may be made with approval.
<br><br>
Work Environment & Physical Demands
<br>While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a telework office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee will frequently be required to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk, working on a computer and using the phone.
<br><br>
Probation
<br>Six-month probation at start of initial employment and/or when position is new for the employee.
<br><br>
Travel None.
<br><br>
Benefits
<br>Full benefit package as outlined per ADC policies and procedures.
<br><br>
Given the changing nature of requirements, responsibilities, rules and duties, the expectations and qualifications listed in this job description may not fully express the position's structure. ADC LTD NM is not responsible for any errors or omissions that may be expressed with the information provided.
<br><br>
ADC LTD NM is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

PSID Employee Investigator Lead - Fixed Term

Zayed University

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  The Strategy Division is seeking an Institutional Research Specialist who will be responsible for implementing Institutional Research-related activities, including data collection, predictive modeling, dashboard development, and research analysis, to support data-driven planning, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement, in line with the institutional strategic objectives and data governance and analytics leading practices.
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   The Responsibilities
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   Implement institutional data collection, governance, and management frameworks in line with the approved standards.
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   Analyse and validate complex data and prepare professional analytics reports to support data-driven decision-making across the University in line with set policies and procedures.
  </li>
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   Develop predictive data models and forecasting tools in line with the strategic and operational planning objectives.
  </li>
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   Prepare and deliver comprehensive business intelligence outputs, in an accurate and timely manner.
  </li>
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   Conduct institutional research studies, market trend analysis, and benchmarking activities in accordance with leading practices and research methodologies.
  </li>
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   Develop interactive dashboards in line with the performance tracking and data visualisation requirements.
  </li>
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   Design, administer, and analyse surveys and assessments in an accurate and timely manner.
  </li>
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   Assist in analysing research findings and provide actionable recommendations to support strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives to the Senior Specialist.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in the development of standardised data reporting protocols, under senior specialist supervision.
  </li>
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   Perform ad-hoc activities related to the job duties, as required by the direct supervisor.
  </li>
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  <strong>
   The Qualifications
  </strong>
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  <li>
   Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience and at least 1 year in a supervisory position; or a Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 4 years of experience and at least 2 years in a supervisory position.
  </li>
  <li>
   Certification in a relevant field is preferred.
  </li>
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  <strong>
   The Benefits
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  The University&rsquo;s benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive salaries free of tax in the U.A.E., Cash housing, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and healthcare is provided to the employee and sponsored family members.
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   While we appreciate all applications, you will be contacted only if you are selected for an interview.
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  <strong>
   For any inquires or issues please contact Recruitment@zu.ac.ae
  </strong>
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</div>


Institutional Research Specialist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

<div><div><div>Posting Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>UNC Inst for the Environment - 635200</div>
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<div><div><b>Career Area </b></div><div>Research Professionals</div>
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<div><div><b>Posting Open Date</b></div> <div>03/19/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Application Deadline</b></div> <div>04/19/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Type</b></div> <div>Temporary Staff (SHRA)</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Title </b></div><div>Research Specialist</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Number</b></div> <div>20075139</div>
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<div><div><b>Vacancy ID</b></div> <div>S027036</div>
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<div><div><b>Full-time/Part-time</b></div> <div>Full-Time Temporary</div>
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<div><div><b>Hours per week</b></div> <div>40</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Schedule</b></div>
<div><i>Monday &ndash; Friday, 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM; times may vary</i></div>
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<div><div><b>Position Location</b></div> <div>North Carolina, US</div>
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<div><div><b>Hiring Range</b></div> <div>$21.63 - $26.44 per hour</div>
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<div><div><b>Proposed Start Date</b></div> <div>05/04/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Estimated Duration of Appointment</b></div> <div>6 months not to exceed 11 months</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Be a Tar Heel!</b></div>
<div><div>A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the <b>University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill</b> consistently ranks as <b>one of the nation&rsquo;s top public universities</b>. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.</div><div>
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.</div><div>
University employees can choose from a wide range of <b>professional training opportunities</b> for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy <b>exclusive perks</b> that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit</b></div>
<div>The UNC Institute for the Environment (IE) has a multifaceted mission: (1) To strengthen environmental research capacity across UNC by supporting a multi-disciplinary community of scholars that enhances collaboration, increases sharing of knowledge, and identifies solutions to the world&rsquo;s critical environmental problems. (2) To work in partnership across UNC and with external partners to coordinate and deliver 21st century educational programs that provide students with the experience and skills to thrive in a growing global economy. (3) To put new environmental knowledge into action by engaging and serving communities, here in North Carolina and around the world. (4) To fuel and harness the university&rsquo;s sustainability activities through the Sustainable Carolina Initiative</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div>This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.<br>
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The Data-Driven EnviroLab (DDL) at UNC-Chapel Hill seeks a Research Specialist to contribute research to our recently launched Center for Climate Leadership and AI-driven Integrity in Mitigation (CLAIM). CLAIM advances the credible use of artificial intelligence, especially generative AI and large language models (LLMs), to accelerate climate mitigation while safeguarding integrity in climate commitments.<br>
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This Research Specialist position is meant for recent BS/BA or Master graduates and early career professionals interested in exploring and refining their research skills in preparation for a doctoral program. The ideal candidate will research the use of LLMs as tools for mitigation strategy and accountability and scrutinize them as systems that can reproduce bias, misinformation, or greenwashing unless carefully benchmarked.<br>
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Working with an interdisciplinary team spanning computer science, climate policy, law, and social science, the candidate, based on their skills and background, could contribute to DDL&rsquo;s research projects that:<br>
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<ul><li>Develop, adapt, and evaluate LLM/genAI systems for climate mitigation intelligence, especially for tracking and assessing commitments and actions by cities, regions, and non-state actors.</li><li>Design and validate benchmarks, metrics, and auditing pipelines that test the accuracy, credibility, fairness, and robustness of LLM outputs related to climate targets, disclosures, and policy claims.</li><li>Rigorously test genAI/ML models against misinformation, disinformation, and greenwashing, including stress-testing models under adversarial, low-resource, and multilingual settings.</li><li>Study how generative AI shapes real-world climate behavior, including impacts on corporate and subnational mitigation planning, transparency, and accountability.</li><li>Contribute to CLAIM&rsquo;s broader mission: data collection, methodological innovation, open tools, papers, and policy-facing outputs that improve climate commitment integrity.</li></ul></div>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Education and Experience Requirements</b></div>
<div>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.</div>
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<div><div><b>Management Preferences</b></div>
<ul><li>Course work in Computer Science, Computing, Statistics Data Science, or related disciplines.</li><li>Demonstrated hands-on experience training, fine-tuning, or adapting LLMs / generative AI models (e.g., instruction tuning, domain adaptation, RAG pipelines), with evidence in open-source code or deployed tools.</li><li>Solid programming and ML/NLP engineering skills in Python or ideally modern deep-learning stacks (e.g., PyTorch/JAX, HuggingFace/Transformers, vector databases, agentic/RAG tooling), with ability to build reproducible research pipelines.</li><li>Proactive with ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment</li><li>Working knowledge of climate change mitigation or environmental governance, including familiarity with climate commitments, emissions accounting, or policy/action tracking</li></ul>
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<div><div><b>Special Physical/Mental Requirements</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Campus Security Authority Responsibilities</b></div>
<p>Not Applicable.</p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Research Specialist

Sidra

<div><p><b>JOB SUMMARY
</b></p><p>The Research Specialist I performs routine and moderately complex scientific laboratory technical work, selecting and applying laboratory procedures and techniques to assignments with clear, specific objectives. Assignments may require investigation of a number of variables and complex features. He/she works with general supervision. The incumbent is required to exercise judgment in making technical decisions related to delegated tasks and escalating complex issues.
</p><p><b>KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
</b></p><ul><li>Contributes to the delivery of departmental goals, through personal effort in own work area.
</li><li>Makes recommendations to the Investigator regarding improvements in methods and processes.
</li><li>Works under general supervision, performs all routine lab procedures, and associated responsibilities, as dictated by the workload in the rostered area.
</li><li>Solves moderately complex problems and performs a specific variety of technical assignments within broader projects.
</li><li>Modifies practices and techniques in routine situations to perform duties, adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results.
</li><li>Contributes to ongoing research projects in the laboratory that include taking measurements and recording observations, collecting, compiling and processing data.
</li><li>Assists in procurement of additional/new funding through contributions to technical proposal preparation and/or presentations.
</li><li>Trains junior lab technical staff in basics of research workflow.
</li><li>Adheres to lab SOPs and performs quality control checks.
</li><li>Stays current with literature in ongoing and proposed research projects.
</li><li>Assesses lab inventory and orders supplies when needed.
</li><li>Presents novel research and techniques to research group.
</li><li>Adheres to Sidra&rsquo;s standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies
</li><li>Adheres to and promotes Sidra&rsquo;s Values
</li></ul><p><i>In view of the evolving needs and opportunities within Sidra, this position may be required to perform other duties as assigned and reporting relationships may vary.
</i></p><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS &ndash; SELECTION CRITERIA
</b></p><p><b>Education
</b></p><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, Software Engineering or relevant field.
</p><p><b>Experience
</b></p><p>3+ years of experience in research laboratory environment or 1 year of work experience in Sidra.
</p><p>Exceptions to the experience requirement may be granted for Qatari nationals (internal and external candidates), with a reduction of up to two (2) years.
</p><p><b>Job Specific Skills and Abilities.
</b></p><p><b>Essential
</b></p><ul><li><p>Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, C++, or Java
</p></li><li><p>Basic Knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
</p></li><li><p>Basic Knowledge database querying, optimization, and API integration
</p></li><li><p>Knowledge in developing user-friendly interfaces with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Shiny, Quarto)
</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with dynamic data visualization tools (e.g., Plotly, ggplot2)
</p></li><li><p>Solid knowledge in Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools
</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Gitlab, Github).
</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with bioinformatics tools (e.g., BWA, GATK, STAR) and biological databases (e.g., Ensembl, NCBI).
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated functional knowledge and laboratory experience in relevant field.
</p></li><li><p>Evidence of ongoing continual development and personal development.
</p></li><li>Demonstrated functional knowledge and laboratory experience in relevant field.
</li><li>Evidence of ongoing continual development and personal development.
</li><li>Demonstrated strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of biomedical research, research equipment and environmental safety and accident prevention measures.
</li><li>Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
</li><li>Excellent organizational skills.
</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
</li><li><p>Fluency in written and spoken English .<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred
</b></p><p>Basic Knowledge of workflow management systems (e.g., Snake make, Next flow, or CWL)
</p><p>Familiarity with high-performance computing (HPC) environments and job schedulers (e.g., LSF, Slurm)
</p><p>Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Singularity)
</p><p>Exposure to machine learning and data science frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, Scikit-Learn)</p></div>
<br><div><div>About US</div>
<div><div>Sidra Medicine a healthy population is essential to a strong, prosperous society, and throughout 2020, Sidra continued to provide uninterrupted comprehensive specialist healthcare services for children and young people; and exceptional maternity, gynecology, and reproductive medical services for women, previously unavailable in Qatar and the region.&rdquo; &ndash; H.H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation
</div><div>Sidra Medicine represents the vision of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser who serves as its Chairperson. This high-tech facility is home to world-class patient care, scientific expertise, and educational resources.</div></div></div><div></div>

Research Specialist I

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