Criminal Investigator I (Southwest, GA)

Georgia Department of Revenue•Atlanta, GA

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Criminal Investigator (Arson) investigates alleged or suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws, rules and regulations to determine if evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution or to report findings to the appropriate jurisdictional authority. This role involves collaboration with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research. The investigator will also conduct background and internal investigations of law enforcement agencies, examine records to locate links in the chain of evidence or information, and obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses, as well as analyzing records. The position requires obtaining information related to cases, preparing detailed reports of investigation findings, identifying case issues and necessary evidence, and utilizing proper software programs to store, collate, and review financial information and evidence. The role also includes performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND must meet the prerequisites and complete the Basic Law Enforcement Training Program certification
Two years of experience in law enforcement or related field AND P.O.S.T. certification.
Must be able to pass routine criminal and driver’s history background checks.
A complete transcript (Individual Officer Profile) of your Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training (“P.O.S.T.”) training and history records, to include your officer profile page. This record must be currently dated (dated no earlier than the day of your application submission).

Nice To Haves

Some positions may require incumbent to have a valid Class C driver's license.

Responsibilities

Investigates alleged or suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws, rules and regulations to determine if evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution or to report findings to the appropriate jurisdictional authority.
Collaborates with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.
Conducts background investigations.
Conducts internal investigations of law enforcement agencies.
Examine records to locate links in chain of evidence or information.
Obtains and verifies evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses by analyzing records.
Obtains information related to cases.
Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.
Identifies case issues and evidence needed.
Utilizes proper software programs to store, collate and review financial information and evidence.
Performs other duties as assigned.