Investigative Tech I/II - Countywide

ABOUT THE POSITION

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides support to Investigators that conduct investigations of, economic, hazardous materials and environmental crimes, bad check crimes, insurance fraud, homicide, and child abduction crimes, spousal, sexual and elderly abuse; interviews complainants, witnesses and defendants to collect and document information and record official statements in support of the investigation bureau; investigative dispatching, and prepares routine investigative reports.

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  Reviews case files, and extracts case file information useful to the investigation.

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  Performs field service of civil and criminal legal process such as subpoenas, summons, and complaints; makes positive identification of person served, and time and location of services; assists in serving search warrants.

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  Conducts civil annual Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS)/conservatorship reviews and juvenile placement interviews.

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  Collects, organizes and analyzes official and unofficial documents related to the assigned cases such as bank records, medical and dental records, title documents, court documents, articles of incorporation, law enforcement records and computer printouts.

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  Identifies and locates witnesses, victims, suspects and persons by using information obtained through directories, utility records, and other available sources, as well as through inquiries of public or private agencies, employers, families, neighbors, or other individuals.

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  Files cases in court; tracks and monitors court proceedings; examines legal papers to verify authority, procedures and time limitations.

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  Explains District Attorney, Public Defender, Department of Child Services, or Department of Public Social Services Investigation policies and procedures.

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  Prepares and maintains statistical and operational log, records and reports; maintains computerized databases related to the assigned investigative activities.

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  Prepares photo identification line-ups; transports, or assists in transporting witnesses, suspects and victims.

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  Sends and receives teletype printouts; operates radio, mobile telephone and paging equipment; maintains continuous contact with investigative personnel in the field in order to monitor location and exchange information.

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  Acts as central receptionist for the District Attorney's Bureau of Investigations; receives, records and refers messages.

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  Monitors security alarms located in assigned County facilities; issues and maintains law enforcement equipment used by investigative personnel.

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  Photograph physical evidence and prepare crime scene diagrams for use by attorneys in court presentations; may testify in court as to investigative findings.

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  Travel out of state or out of the country; may participate in surveillance and undercover investigations; may load, transport and store evidence.

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  Conducts interviews for the purpose of welfare fraud prevention and explains program fraud prevention requirements and reviews case files.

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  Conducts preliminary field investigations with regard to early welfare fraud detection. Collects and documents information and statements. Prepares written reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

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