Investigator

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Individual is an Investigator, responsible for conducting criminal investigations and to pursue prosecution of the offenders of felonies and/or other crimes against person(s), property, or the State of Ohio. To possess the skills, knowledge and physical ability to successfully carry out the required duties set forth. Physical presence is necessary in the office. Regular, predictable and prompt attendance is needed. The investigator represents the Prosecuting Attorney and the State of Ohio in court, in the community, to law enforcement, to victims, to witnesses, and the general public.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Equipment: Ability to operate normal office equipment such as computer, copier, faxmachine, telephone, calculator, paper shredder, motor vehicle, and other equipment necessary to perform duties. Knowledge of apple devices such as an iPad with recording application, camera, cell phone and electronic recording devices. Good understanding of and ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point) and Internet (Explorer and Chrome). Critical skills/expertise: Knowledge of the Ohio Revised Code, criminal case law, and criminal procedure.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Superior interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with other people possessed of widely varied levels of education and competence.Demonstrates integrity and reliability, and ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to evaluate risks and exercise sound judgment, making decisions in complex and sometimes ambiguous situations that carry significant implications for the citizens of Delaware County.Ability to work under pressure and to capably interact with co-workers and other members of various departments and agencies.Ability to develop reports and visual aids that are: concise, accurate and complete for court.Possesses the ability and knowledge of appropriate elements of criminal offenses, and to determine the perpetrator’s method and motive.Ability and knowledge to transition from an interview technique to an interrogation technique.Ability and knowledge to audit complex financial transactions and investigate fraud abuse. Ability and knowledge to make logical and practical decisions independently with little, or no, supervision.Ability to evaluate credibility and reliability of suspects, victims, and witnesses.Educational and Licensing requirements: Completion of a secondary education or equivalent plus certification from the Ohio Peace Officers Training Council plus (3) year related work experience. Work may involve confrontational situations on a regular basis. Investigator must be able to quickly react, handle and defuse potentially threatening situations. Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license, have an acceptable driving record and maintain a clean criminal record.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Reporting: Individual reports directly to the Criminal Chief, Executive Administrator and the Prosecuting Attorney. The individual exercises independent judgment with direction.