Civilian Investigator

City of Hobbs•Hobbs, NM

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Civilian investigators perform law enforcement work as a non-certified employee in the investigation of crime and the detection and prevention of violations of the law. Civilian investigators do not have arrest powers. They work alongside detectives investigating criminal incidents, conducting follow-up, collecting evidence (when necessary), preparing reports, and assisting in the development of probable cause. They will not respond to in-progress incidents and do not have arrest powers. This is a fast-paced and often times stress position. It requires the ability to adjust quickly to changing job assignments and the ability to safeguard confidential information. Exposure to highly sensitive and graphic content is possible that may include written documentation, photographs, or videos.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required.
Minimum of 2 years law enforcement-related experience that can include public safety work, loss prevention, crime scene management, forensics, or any other job function related to this field required.
Knowledge and experience in working with computers and a basic understanding of in law enforcement investigations preferred.
Ability to analyze complex situations, problems and data, and use sound judgment in drawing conclusions and making decisions.
Ability to comprehend and articulate complex facts and relationships in detail and to summarize and write clearly, concisely and legibly, and to testify in court in an objective, concise and professional manner.
Ability to produce or obtain reports, graphs, charts, photographs of the evidence or exhibits.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors, and the public.
Ability to complete a Field Training Program.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to meet the special requirements listed below.
Skill in the operation of listed tools and equipment.
Valid State issued Driver’s License
CPR/First Aid certification (Ability to obtain)
Minimum vision abilities set by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy are as follows: uncorrected distance vision should be no more than 20/100, correctable to at least 20/30; near vision correctable to at least 20/40; color vision correct reading of at least nine or more of the first thirteen plates of the Ishihara test; depth perception should be sufficient to demonstrate normal stereo depth perception with/without correction to the standard-100 ARC seconds.
Minimal hearing acuity should be the average hearing level at the test frequencies, 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz will not exceed 25dB in either ear, and no single hearing level will exceed 30dB at any of these test frequencies in either ear. Hearing loss at 3000Hz will not exceed 40dB HL in either ear. State or New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy requirements shall be the minimum standards applicable.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience in working with computers and a basic understanding of in law enforcement investigations preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs skilled investigative work involving alleged crimes against persons or property, in the office and the field under the supervision of the division Sergeant.
Prepares, submits, and follows up on crime laboratory requests.
Make occasional trips to the New Mexico crime lab for drop off and retrieval of evidence that has been submitted to the lab.
Reviews cases being prepared for trial with emphasis on the evidentiary and legal issues crucial to successful prosecution.
Prepares detailed reports of activities and investigations made and is prepared to testify in court.
Investigates crimes by drafting warrants, interviewing witnesses and suspects, (at the direction of the sergeant), conducting case research, and show photo lineups.
Assists the division by responding to telephone calls and correspondence, and answer questions victims/ citizens may have concerning a particular case status.
Provide statistical data and other general information to the division, when directed by the sergeant.
Manages caseloads by preparing and maintaining files, processing paperwork, and completing written reports.
Maintains departmental equipment, supplies, and facilities.
Adheres to all universal blood-born pathogen precautions.
Follows, ensures and/or attends all scheduled training classes.
Other duties as assigned.