Oklahoma County - Office of Juvenile Affairs-State of Oklahoma - Investigator - Posted Feb. 8, 2026
| Agency/Department Name |
|---|
| Office of Juvenile Affairs-State of Oklahoma |
| Position Title |
| Investigator |
| Job Type (Full-time, Part-time, Reserve, etc.) |
| Full-time |
| Location |
| Oklahoma County and surrounding areas |
| Minimum Requirements |
The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is seeking an Investigator to join our team. This position will conduct criminal and administrative investigations and is a state-commissioned law enforcement position. The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and interviewing OJA youth and staff. CLEET law enforcement certification is required. Knowledge of equal employment opportunity laws and modern methods of investigation is a plus. Requirements consist of a bachelor’s degree, including at least twenty-four hours in any combination of psychology, sociology, social work, criminology, penology, education, police science or criminal justice and one (1) year of professional experience conducting criminal investigations for a city, county, state or federal government law enforcement entity; OR three (3) years' of experience as a CLEET Certified Law Enforcement Officer with at least two (2) years of full-time investigative experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of qualifying experience for each year of the required education. |
| Key Responsibilities |
| • Responsible for conducting internal investigations of agency personnel and youth who have been accused of serious misconduct and/or criminal behavior • Conducts investigations to locate and apprehend fugitive youth and other missing juveniles • Investigates pertinent criminal and/or regulatory violations, all defenses and/or the background of a client and relevant individuals as directed • Conduct Interviews/Interrogations of witnesses and suspects in criminal and administrative investigations • Collects and preserves evidence, maintains related records, and chain of custody • Analyzes and evaluates collected evidence and information and prepares a written report • Prepares investigative prosecutorial reports and drafts and executes legal documents as requested • Appears as a witness in court proceedings to testify to the findings of the investigation • Serves legal process to include subpoenas, search warrants, arrest warrants and additional administrative paperwork • Assists city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies with criminal investigations of law violations occurring at OJA Facilities or with OJA staff or youth • Conducts investigations to ensure that OJA facilities, staff and youth are in compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) • Conducts Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) investigations as a result of complaints/grievances filed by agency employees and/or clients. |
| Salary/Compensation (if available) |
| $60,000 starting |
| How to Apply (instructions and/or link) |
https://oja.applytojob.com/apply/BQdbqR1LWr/Investigator |
| Contact Information (name, phone, email) |
| Send questions to Chief Investigator Dusty Dowdle @ Dusty.Dowdle@oja.ok.gov |
| Application Deadline |
| Open until filled |
| Other Information (optional details such as benefits, shift schedules, or notes) |
| Extensive Benefits: We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees. • Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. • Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions. • Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses. • Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future. • 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees. • 11 paid holidays a year. • Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it. • Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service. • Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements. |
