Corrupt Practices Investigation Officer (CPIO)

Career as a Corrupt Practices Investigation Officer (CPIO)

Embark on a meaningful career investigating corruption in both the public and private sectors, where you can make an impact to safeguard interests of Singapore and Singaporeans! You will be part of a dynamic team of officers dedicated to the mission of combating corruption offences.

CPIB will provide you with the opportunity to realise your potential through a wide spectrum of job functions, including investigations, intelligence, digital forensic, data analytics and leadership roles etc. You may also be given exposure to other areas of work such as international affairs, policy formulation and public education, as well as attachments to overseas anti-corruption agencies and local law enforcement or regulatory agencies.

What does a typical day of a CPIO look like?

Step into the world of CPIB investigations, where every case is a puzzle waiting to be solved. Our officers embark on an investigative odyssey, meticulously uncovering the truth and ensuring that justice prevails. You will handle complaints, execute operations (including conducting arrest, retrieving ground evidence) and conduct interviews to find out the truth, as well as put up investigation papers on findings and recommendations. You will also assist in criminal legal proceedings arising from CPIB’s investigations.

From complex financial trials to intricate webs of deception, each investigation is a testament to our resolve.

What awaits you after you join?

Training and Peer Support Network

You will start your CPIO journey with our 5-month Corruption Practices Investigation Course which will equip you with the relevant knowledge and skills to perform your duties.

In this course, you will learn the principles of corruption and criminal investigations, law and investigation processes, search and seizure, interview and interrogation techniques. In addition, you will be introduced to digital forensics and the capabilities that CPIB has. The training also covers self-defence tactics, firearms handling, first aid training and other exposures including visits to different agencies and study trips.

You will also be assigned a buddy, who will orientate and familiarise you with the CPIB environment and work.

There will be a 2-year bond after the training.

Foundational Posting to Investigation Units

After completing the 5-month programme, you will be posted to the investigation units for your foundational posting. Through this, you will take on cases and hone your investigations tradecraft. You will also be assigned a mentor to guide you in your career journey.

Career Development

CPIB invests significantly to elevate your career development, ensuring you are equipped with cutting-edge skills and methodologies in our trade. As a CPIO, you will gain niche investigation competencies such as interview and interrogation, financial investigation, scene and evidence management, documentation and reporting writing etc. Throughout your career with CPIB, there will be rich and diverse learning and development opportunities such as various personal development courses, leadership programmes, cross-departmental projects, as well as sponsorship/scholarship schemes for professional certifications and postgraduate studies etc to support your career aspirations.

There will be posting opportunities to different portfolios within CPIB and other agencies to gain exposures and widen your skillsets. To broaden horizons and enrich experiences, CPIB also offers overseas and local attachment opportunities. This initiative allows our officers to gain insights from our partner organisation, bringing back learnings that enrich our collective expertise.

Renumeration Package and Benefits

Professional learning and development opportunities
Indicative starting salaries (successful candidates with relevant work experience will be remunerated accordingly)
Degree Holders: $4,875 to $5,842
GCE ‘O’ level to Diploma Holders: $2,044 to $3,244
Retention incentives at various career milestones until retirement (aligned to Public Service retirement age)
Public Service bonuses including performance, mid-year and end-year (subjected to work performance)
Leave entitlements (aligned to Public Service)
Subsidised medical and dental fees
Eligibility for Public Officers Group Insurance Scheme (POGIS)
Myriad welfare initiatives

Requirements

If you meet the following requirements and can identify with our mission, join us through our recruitment exercise:

Strong passion for investigation work;
Strong analytical skills and adaptability;
Strong organisation, time management and interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure;
Strong in spoken and written communications;
Self-driven and able to work effectively, independently and in a team environment; and
Singapore Citizen

All interested applicants are encouraged to look out for available positions on Careers@Gov website. Applications can only be submitted through the Careers@Gov website during the Bureau's recruitment exercises. If you wish to be notified of future recruitment exercise for CPIO, you can join our mailing list at https://go.gov.sg/cpiomailinglist