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*/Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission Job Posting/* * * *Job Title: Compliance Agent, Division of Police Standards* *Reports to: Director of Police Standards* *_OVERVIEW OF THE AGENCY AND THE POSITION_**__* The Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission is an independent agency that oversees law enforcement departments and officers throughout the Commonwealth. The Commission is charged with the following: * Establishing certification standards for law enforcement departments and officers; * Determining whether those standards have been met; * Developing regulations and policies governing law enforcement; * Decertifying, suspending, or ordering retraining for officers who commit misconduct or otherwise fail to satisfy requirements; * Maintaining, analyzing, and disseminating information regarding law enforcement; and * Conducting investigations, adjudicatory proceedings, and public hearings regarding such matters. The Commission is governed by, and enforces, Chapter 6E of the Massachusetts General Laws. Pursuant to that statute, the Commission collaborates with the Commonwealth’s Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) in several areas of its work. The POST Commission is looking for an individual to join the Division of Police Standards as a Compliance Agent. *_POSITION FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES_* The Compliance Agent will work within the Division of Police Standards and perform all duties relative to the investigation of complaints filed with the Commission by members of the public and/or transmitted to the Commission by law enforcement agencies as required by Massachusetts law. The Compliance Agent will also be responsible for conducting interviews of witnesses and the subjects of preliminary inquiries, as well as obtaining and reviewing documents and other information as part of confidential preliminary inquiries. The Division conductsinvestigations in a confidential, fair, and impartial manner, according to standard policies and procedures, to ensureadherence to statutory requirements and compliance with regulations and standards set forth by the Commission for certified police officers and law enforcement agencies in the Commonwealth. *Please note that per M.G.L. c. 6E, § 8, no employee of the Division of Police Standards shall have previously been employed as a law enforcement officer, previously employed by a law enforcement agency or be a retired law enforcement officer or retired from a law enforcement agency. This provision does not apply to former federal law enforcement officers or former law enforcement officers from jurisdictions outside of Massachusetts. * Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: * Investigate allegations of police misconduct. The Compliance Agent will work under the supervision of Enforcement Counsel assigned to the Division of Police Standards in conducting preliminary inquiries,as set forth by statute and regulations. Responsibilities include, among other things, gathering and securing evidence, reviewing and analyzing records, locating and interviewing witnesses, reviewing audio and visual recordings, searching open-source databases, testifying in preliminary inquiries and/or administrative hearings as needed, and preparing detailed investigative reports for the Division. * Review and document complaints submitted to the Division and/or the POST Commission by law enforcement agencies and members of the public, and alert the leadership of the Division of Police Standards to any complaint which appears to require immediate action. * Maintainopen communication and work with other operational divisions and external agencies as necessary. * Demonstrateinitiative, ingenuity, resourcefulness, and judgment required to identify, collect, and assemble facts and other pertinent data. * Possessthe ability to think logically and objectively, to analyze and evaluate facts, evidence, and related information, and arrive at sound conclusions. * Acceptresponsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and meeting expectations.** * Reportto the Commission’s Boston office at least two days per week and as otherwise directed. * Perform other duties as requested. *__* *_INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING_* To be considered for the position, apply throughMassCareersby*July 31, 2025*, and include a*cover letter, a resume, and at least one writing sample reflecting your own work*. You are strongly encouraged to discuss or demonstrate any experience with the areas listed above in your application. If you are interested in multiple positions that have been posted by the Commission, you are encouraged to apply for all such positions. Applications submitted after the date set forth above will be considered at the discretion of the Commission. The Commission reserves the ability to refrain from considering any application that is submitted after that date or omits a required item. *_SALARY RANGE_* Anticipated range: $100,000 - $110,000. *_COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS_* When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics?Commonwealth Employee Benefits and Rewards! *__* *_COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY_* The Commission is committed to building a diverse staff across its entire agency and at all levels. The Commission is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is the policy of the Commission and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state, or local law. Females, minorities, veterans, persons with disabilities, and those who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive are strongly encouraged to apply. *__* *_NOTICE OF REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK – INCLUDING TAX COMPLIANCE_* The Commission requires a background check on all prospective employees as a condition of employment. Candidates should be aware of this requirement but should also know that such a background check is not initiated until: 1. A candidate is invited to a second or subsequent interview; and 2. The candidate has signed the Background Check Authorization Form and related releases. This background check includes a check of Criminal Offender Record Information, and Federal IRS and Massachusetts Department of Revenue tax compliance on all prospective employees as a condition of their employment. Candidates with advanced degrees and professional licenses may have these credentials verified. Individuals other than those references provided by a candidate may be contacted while a full background and qualification check is completed. *_REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS_*6 * Knowledge of modern investigative techniques and legal processes. * Abilityto understand and apply the laws and regulations as they relate to the POST Commission. * Experiencewriting comprehensive investigative and interview reports, and presenting findings orally in a clear and concise manner. * Abilityto exercise discretion in handling of confidential and sensitive information. * Familiarityconducting investigations and in making recommendations that will have significant impacts on the parties involved and that may garner significant public and media attention. * Outstandingorganizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects under time constraints and with available resources. * Abilityto work independently, productively, and creatively in an evolving environment. * Appreciationfor and commitment to the mission of the POST Commission. * Workingknowledge of the criminal justice system. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Appreciationof the value of diversity and inclusion, and the importance of interacting respectfully and sensitively with people of different backgrounds. * Willingnessto perform routine administrative and clerical duties as needed. * Proficiency withcomputers and the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and willingness to learn state-and Commission-specific systems. * A commitment to reside within 50 miles of the Commonwealth's Boston Office while employed by the Commission; and * A willingness and ability to report to work in the Commission’s Boston office when called upon to do so (the current requirement being two days per week and as otherwise directed). *_ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS_* * Bachelor'sdegree required; Advanced degree preferred. * Minimum 5 years’ experience in civil or criminal investigative work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **Job:** **Unclassified* **Organization:** **Peace Officer Standards and Training* **Title:** *Compliance Agent* **Location:** *Massachusetts-Boston - 84 State Street* **Requisition ID:** *250005JR*