DCJ Juvenile Investigator

State of Connecticut•Hartford, CT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

There is an opening for one (1) DCJ Juvenile Investigator (PCN# 5311) for the Hartford Judicial District, in Hartford, CT. The Hartford Judicial District includes Hartford Juvenile Court, GA 14, as well as GA 12. The assigned station will be in Hartford, CT. This position generally works Monday through Friday, based on a 37.5-hour work week, with core hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel within the State in the course of their daily work. The individual in this role will screen, review, prioritize and prepare incoming files; ensure all case file information necessary for prosecuting is complete; obtain relevant documentation (e.g. police reports, hospital records, toxicology laboratory reports, etc.); locate individuals; prepare case synopsis and chronology for prosecutor; and respond to inquiries from victims regarding case progress. The Division of Criminal Justice (Division) and its employees are committed to the fair and equal administration of justice in Connecticut. To this end, the Division acknowledges its duty to investigate and prosecute matters within its jurisdiction diligently, ethically and impartially, honoring its constitutional and common law foundations. By ensuring that the criminal laws of the State of Connecticut are enforced fairly and constitutionally, the Division honors the rule of law upon which our nation is founded. Accomplishing this mission depends upon skill, creativity, and constructive interaction of all Division employees with the law enforcement community and advocacy in the highest traditions of the Office of State's Attorney, the first public prosecutor in America. NOTE: The incumbent will be required to complete a background check prior to start date.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience as a law enforcement officer.
Considerable knowledge of relevant state laws and regulations.
Considerable knowledge of investigative methods and techniques.
Knowledge of rules of evidence and legal processes.
Considerable interpersonal skills.
Considerable oral and written communication skills.
Considerable interviewing skills.
Ability to gather and interpret data.
Must have a valid motor vehicle operator license and a vehicle available for daily business use.

Nice To Haves

Experience with standard office procedures and computer software programs (Microsoft Office).
Demonstrated experience in a variety of interrelated processes, tasks, and operations.
Experience using computers to work with law enforcement agencies to secure and manage digital evidence such as photographs, videos, 911 calls, and recordings from body and dashboard cameras.

Responsibilities

Conducting investigations related to preparation and prosecution of juvenile delinquency offenses and Families With Service Needs petitions.
Screen, review, prioritize and prepare incoming files.
Ensure all case file information necessary for prosecuting is complete.
Obtain relevant documentation (e.g. police reports, hospital records, toxicology laboratory reports, etc.).
Locate individuals.
Prepare case synopsis and chronology for prosecutor.
Respond to inquiries from victims regarding case progress.
Interview clients and victims in juvenile matters.
Locate and interview potential witnesses.
Act as a liaison with law enforcement agencies.
Prepare charts and diagrams related to trial.
Act as liaison with forensic witnesses.
Assess client potential and eligibility for placement and rehabilitative programs.
Prepare written reports of investigations.
Confer with juvenile prosecutor regarding investigative activities.
Serve subpoenas and related legal documents.
Maintain liaison with DCJ Inspectors, DCJ Investigators, probation staff and a variety of other persons or agencies.
Examine and photograph crime scenes and other relevant locations.
Arrange referral to social service agencies.
Transport clients and victims to court proceedings.
Testify on results of investigations.