Criminal Investigations Instructor

AlphaX

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About The Position

AlphaGov is seeking experienced Criminal Investigations Instructors to develop and deliver practical training for government, law enforcement, and public-sector professionals. Candidates may be current or former criminal investigators, detectives, special agents, academy instructors, or other professionals experienced in teaching investigative methods. Candidates may specialize in one or more investigative disciplines; expertise in every subject area is not required.

Assignments may include introductory courses, advanced investigative instruction, curriculum development, instructor coaching, or ongoing training program support. This posting supports current and anticipated client needs. Specific assignments, schedules, locations, and employment arrangements depend on project requirements and, where applicable, contract award. Minimum experience, credentials, and subject-matter requirements vary by assignment. Compensation will be discussed based on qualifications and scope.

Requirements

• Professional experience conducting, supervising, or supporting criminal investigations.
• Experience delivering training, teaching, mentoring investigators, or facilitating professional development.
• Strong knowledge of investigative procedures and practices within the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly and connect instruction to practical investigative work.
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to tailor instruction to participants with different experience levels.
• Availability for travel when required by an assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Service with a federal, state, local, tribal, or military investigative organization.
• Instruction at a law enforcement academy, government training center, college, or professional training organization.
• Experience developing curricula, scenario-based exercises, or performance assessments.
• Experience with investigative interviewing and the P.E.A.C.E. model.
• Experience with fraud, financial crime, or white-collar investigations.
• Experience with cybercrime or digital evidence.
• Experience with violent crime, crimes against persons, or property crime.
• Experience with internal affairs, public integrity, or administrative investigations.
• Experience with evidence handling, courtroom testimony, or case presentation.
• Relevant instructor credentials or specialized investigative training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction on criminal investigation principles, methods, and practices.
• Teach topics within areas of expertise, such as investigative planning, interviewing, evidence collection and preservation, case documentation, and report writing.
• Develop realistic case studies, practical exercises, and investigative scenarios.
• Help participants strengthen critical thinking, evaluate information, and identify investigative next steps.
• Prepare or adapt lesson plans, presentations, instructor guides, and participant materials.
• Assess participant performance and provide clear, actionable feedback.
• Incorporate applicable legal standards, agency policies, and ethical practices into instruction.
• Coordinate with project managers and subject matter experts to meet client training objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed