INVESTIGATOR 3 REAL ESTATE COMMISSION  
  DEFINITION:
  Under direction of a higher level investigator or supervisory official  in the Real Estate Commission, Department of Banking and Insurance,  performs routine office/field investigations regarding the conduct of  licensed/unlicensed persons, firms, and developers with respect to  alleged violations of NJ Real Estate Licensing law; does other related  duties as required.
 NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative  purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform  all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties  performed on the job may not be listed.
  EXAMPLES OF WORK:
  Investigates routine office/field cases related to complaints filed by  persons alleging violations of real estate licensing laws, rules, and  regulations.
 Interviews in person or by telephone licensed/unlicensed persons who  have relevant knowledge or information regarding facts surrounding  assigned investigative cases.
 Examines documentation, including financial records, of real estate  brokers to determine compliance with the Real Estate License Act and  Commission rules.
 Gathers necessary factual information to make an appropriate  determination as to whether or not alleged violations have been  substantiated.
 Reviews printed advertising material to determine compliance with  provisions of the Real Estate License Act and Commission regulations.
 Cites the proper rule/regulation which may have been violated.
 Prepares clear, sound, accurate, and informative investigative reports  that contain relevant findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
 Testifies at Commission hearings or other hearings or courts of law.
 Provides callers with information regarding real estate licensing  laws, rules, and regulations and advises callers as to how to file a  complaint.
 Conducts investigation of potential alleged violations of the NJ Land  Sales Full Disclosure Act.
 Maintains records and files.
 Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic  and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency,  office, or related units.
  REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
Five (5) years of professional experience as a licensed real estate broker and/or licensed real estate salesperson, and/or investigative or law enforcement experience in conducting investigations relating to fraud or economic crime.
OR
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.
NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.
NOTE: Candidates accepting employment as investigators in the Real Estate Commission are required to adhere to employment restriction that they cannot actively be engage in any real estate activity while in employ of the Real Estate Commission.
LICENSE:
Applicants must have successfully completed a New Jersey State-approved Real Estate Licensing and Salesperson Course.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
 Knowledge of interviewing techniques.
 Knowledge of the nature of admissible evidence.
 Ability to read and effectively analyze written statutes/regulations.
 Ability to conduct interviews and elicit pertinent facts/information.
 Ability to organize assigned investigational work and develop  effective work methods.
 Ability to deal effectively with others and with the general public.
 Ability to recognize improper activity during an investigation.
 Ability to logically explain reasons underlying a recommended action.
 Ability to conduct investigations in the field.
 Ability to comprehend and interpret basic laws/regulations.
 Ability to collect, analyze, appraise, and interpret technical and  other factual data.
 Ability to act as a witness in court proceedings and to give testimony  under oath.
 Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports  containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
 Ability to maintain records and files.
 Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording  and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.  Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English  sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign  Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of  communication.
 Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as  they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable  accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation  cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship,  such persons may not be eligible.
 CODES: 20/P20 - 54993           RKR/hw                      7/2/98