Criminal Investigator

Job Description:

· Ability to conduct all aspects of criminal investigations, including but not limited to: interviewing witnesses and suspects; collecting, handling, preserving and possessing chain of custody for evidence; investigating crime scenes, taking crime scene photos and preparing diagrams.

· Analyze cases to identify preparation needs for pre-trial hearings and jury trials

· Locate witnesses and serve subpoenas and citations

· Liaison between law enforcement agencies and the District Attorney

· Coordinate police officers, experts and witnesses for hearing/trial preparation or testimony

· Ability to read and understand a criminal history, vehicle record and driving history record

· Provide personal security and escort for Prosecutors and/or States witnesses as needed

· Draft and prepare probable cause affidavits, search warrants and court orders

· Review digital evidence for Prosecutors. Make copies of digital evidence as needed.

· Redact video or audio recordings for Prosecutors

· Coordinate evidence pickup from local law enforcement agencies in preparation for hearings

· Work closely with and take direction from Prosecutors

· Perform other duties as may be assigned

Required Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or GED

· Possess an active TCOLE Advanced or Masters Peace Officer License.

· Minimum of 5 years full time employment as a Police Officer

· Possess a valid Driver’s License

· Able to lift 50 pounds

· Able to use Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint proficiently

· Strong organization, clerical and writing skills, with ability to multi-task

Preferred Qualifications:

· Extensive experience working as an Investigator

· Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software efficiently

· TLETS/NLETS certification

· Special consideration for applicants with a basic latent print examiner certification, cell phone analysis experience, bi-lingual (English/Spanish) and/or previous experience investigating homicides, shootings and other violent crimes.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00 - $73,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person