DCJ Inspector

State of Connecticut•Shelton, CT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut Division of Criminal Justice is recruiting one full-time DCJ Inspector for the Office of the Inspector General in Shelton, Connecticut. The role assists the State’s Attorney and/or Assistant State’s Attorney in investigating and preparing criminal cases under prosecution. The position is hazardous duty and requires the incumbent to be on call to report to crime scenes, including at night and on weekends. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, based on a 35-hour work week, with core hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The incumbent must complete a background check, a pre-employment physical examination that includes drug screening, and DCJ firearms certification. A valid Connecticut motor vehicle operator’s license must be maintained during employment, and incumbents must qualify in the Division-issued semi-annual Firearms Proficiency Course. The role may involve exposure to significant danger or physical harm and moderately disagreeable working conditions. Candidates must have and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties, and must pass a physical examination. The Division is an independent agency of Connecticut’s executive branch, responsible for investigating and prosecuting criminal matters statewide. Its employees are committed to fair, equal, diligent, ethical, and impartial administration of justice.

Requirements

Seven years of experience as a law enforcement officer.
At least three years of the required general experience must have included criminal investigation.
Considerable knowledge of police investigative procedures, including arrest, search and seizure laws, and evidence preservation and presentation.
Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant laws and regulations and state judicial system procedures.
Considerable interpersonal, oral communication, and written communication skills.
Ability to qualify in the use of firearms.
Ability to analyze and organize the presentation of data.
Possession and maintenance of a valid Connecticut motor vehicle operator’s license during employment.
Qualification in the Division-issued semi-annual Firearms Proficiency Course.
Completion of a background check and pre-employment physical examination, including drug screening.
Good general health and sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, visual acuity, and auditory acuity to perform the duties; candidates must pass a physical examination.
Availability to be on call for crime-scene investigations, including nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Strong writing experience.
Substantial experience drafting warrant affidavits and reviewing affidavits submitted by others.
Extensive experience with local law enforcement in the Bridgeport geographical area.
Training and experience in traditional forensic methods, such as ballistics, DNA sequencing, and fingerprint analysis.
Considerable experience with Microsoft Office software, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience handling digital evidence and preparing it for courtroom presentations.
Supervisory experience in law enforcement.
Extensive experience investigating complex criminal cases, particularly homicides and firearm-related assaults.
Experience working collaboratively with other law enforcement agencies in a task force setting.

Responsibilities

Review criminal-investigation documentation for accuracy, adequacy, and legibility and assess the viability of proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
Direct and supervise post-arrest investigative measures.
Schedule and request follow-up records, including medical reports, toxicology analyses, and ballistics results.
Interview victims and witnesses and assess the credibility of testimony.
Prepare reports, statements, affidavits, and investigation synopses for attorneys.
Ensure witnesses appear in court, including arranging subpoenas and interstate subpoenas and any required transportation, accommodation, or protection.
Prepare extradition requests.
Check in evidence for trial.
Accompany attorneys throughout trials, take notes, and follow up on investigations in response to defense presentations.
Conduct independent investigations as assigned.
Liaise with and serve as a resource for local, federal, and state law enforcement agencies.
Serve as a liaison with victims.
Exercise statewide police power to make arrests with or without a warrant.
Keep abreast of relevant legal changes and developments in investigative methods.
Perform related duties as required.