POST Certified Senior Criminal Investigator (Economics Crimes Unit)

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

1d • $40 - $61 • Onsite

About The Position

The Denver District Attorney’s Office is hiring a Certified Senior Criminal Investigator for its Economics Crimes Unit. The position investigates potential crimes and assists with the prosecution of criminal cases, including complex economic crimes. The role is based on site at Republic Plaza, 370 17th St., Suite 5300, Denver, Colorado. Colorado Peace Officer (POST) certification and a valid driver’s license are required at the time of application and must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field, or an allowed education and experience equivalent.
• Four years of previous police experience, including two years at the Criminal Investigator level (e.g., Police Detective), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license at the time of application.
• Colorado Peace Officer (POST) certification at the time of application; licenses and certifications must remain current as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of professional-level experience conducting comprehensive investigations of complex criminal and civil cases.
• Experience in economic crime, including fraud, money laundering, corruption, and property crime.
• Cover letter is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Locate and interview victims, witnesses, and suspects.
• Investigate and assist in the prosecution of criminal cases.
• Determine investigative techniques and case strategies; gather, evaluate, and preserve evidence; analyze evidence; prepare spreadsheets or summary charts on financial or voluminous data; prepare diagrams and demonstrative evidence; photograph crime scenes; and determine the presence or absence of criminal activity.
• Prepare investigative reports with recommendations for future case management.
• Organize case strategies in conjunction with other law enforcement staff and applicable City agencies.
• Prepare affidavits for arrest warrants, search warrants, and subpoenas; serve parties involved in legal action; and may prepare interrogatories, production requests, and answers in civil litigation.
• Deliver testimony in the Grand Jury and/or court as an advisory witness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Guaranteed lifelong monthly pension once vested after five years of service.
• 457B Retirement Plan.
• 132 hours of PTO earned within the first year.
• 11 paid holidays per year, plus one personal holiday.
• Education Refund Program.
• Eight weeks of paid family leave through Care Bank after passing the probation period.
• Free RTD Eco Pass.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within one month of the start date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior