Chief Criminal Investigator

Jefferson County•Golden, CO

2d•$122,000 - $178,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office is hiring a new Chief Criminal Investigator. The Chief Investigator works under the direction of the District Attorney for the First Judicial District, which involves working with prosecuting attorneys, victim advocates, and administrators internally as well as all levels of the 29 law enforcement agencies within the First Judicial District. The Chief Investigator manages the Investigation Unit of the First Judicial District Attorney’s Office; supervises and directs the criminal investigations performed by investigators, including Critical Incidents, and acts on behalf of the District Attorney, as lead law enforcement representative with internal and external contacts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
Nine (9) years of reputable law enforcement experience
Five (5) years of which assigned as a Detective or Investigator conducting criminal investigations
A minimum of two (2) years supervisory responsibility, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
Resident of Colorado
Possession of a valid Colorado Driver’s License
Certification as a Colorado Peace Officer and meeting all current requirements as defined by the Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.)
Extensive knowledge of civil and criminal law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, statues and ordinances applicable to the 1st Judicial District of Colorado
Considerable knowledge of general administrative principles
Ability to assign, direct and evaluate the work of others
Ability to perform all peace office related duties
Ability to act/react in stressful and/or threating situations
Ability to control unruly and resistive individuals
Ability to operate vehicles, firearms, and other issued equipment during investigative procedures
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, fellow workers, attorneys, court officials, witnesses, other law enforcement agencies and the general public
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with same
Ability to utilize effective interpersonal skills, while respecting the diversity of others
Applicants must pass a background check and fingerprinting to be considered
Applicants found to have been in violation of Officer Credibility under C.R.S. 24-31-305 will not be considered
Resume
Cover Letter
Proof of Work Portfolio: Candidates shall share completed work that is demonstrative of each goal listed and defined below. The portfolio shall be presented in a PowerPoint format and submitted with the application.
Writing Sample: Applicants must submit a writing sample of a prior report or search warrant with identifying information redacted. The sample will preferably be 5-15 pages.
Must be Colorado Post Certified
Bachelor's Degree
English
Supervision Experience
Work Experience: Minimum nine years
Colorado POST Certified - State of Colorado
Each applicant must be willing to submit to: Written testing, Oral interviews, Polygraph examination, Background investigation to include a criminal, driving, reference, work, and credit history checks, Psychological exam
Applicants must be able to lawfully purchase and carry a firearm under Federal and State laws
Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references
Supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a District Attorney’s Office or Internal Affairs is preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain high level of investigative knowledge
Offer investigative assistance as needed in complex or specialized operational work, to include coordination with local, state and federal law enforcement
Maintain a positive working relationship with outside law enforcement agencies
Review and discuss the progress of investigations with investigators, Deputy District Attorneys, and the grand jury
Conduct periodic meetings with investigative teams on issues of importance to the office and the Investigations Unit
Maintain proficiency on matters of ethical guidelines/canons applicable to the District Attorney, along with maintaining and implementing policy and procedures, including general office policy
Manage the development and maintenance of unit training to ensure adherence to P.O.S.T. requirements and all other required certifications
Coordinate and maintain personal security of the District Attorney, staff and premises, to include coordination with the appropriate law enforcement agency
Oversee general fleet maintenance, vehicle assignments and issued equipment
Serve as the point of contact to local law enforcement agencies in relation to officer-involved shootings
Perform administrative duties and day to day functions in support of the Investigations Unit
Handle calls from the public regarding alleged criminal activity and make the appropriate determination as to the resolution
Perform any other duties, both supervisory and investigative, as assigned
Delegate responsibilities to Deputy Chief Investigators and/or other subordinates as needed
Provide direct supervision to Deputy Chief Investigators, Investigators, Administrative Assistant(s) and other assigned personnel within the Investigative Unit
Ensure appropriate staffing, allocate resources and maintain a strong understanding/working knowledge of all subordinate performance standards, to include making recommendations as to the hiring and termination of investigative personnel
Identify, analyze and maintain any statistical data or relevant facts necessary for budgetary preparation, grants, or for other needs as identified by the Administration