Firearms Relinquishment Investigator

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The City and County of Denver's District Attorney's Office is seeking a Firearms Relinquishment Investigator to conduct proper case investigations, interview complainants, victims, and witnesses, and consult with them regarding case progress. This role is crucial in directing efforts towards crime prevention, suppression, and the detection and apprehension of criminal suspects. The investigator will review domestic violence cases, determine if firearms are present in the home or under the suspect's control, document findings in the DA internal database, and develop investigative techniques and case strategies. Responsibilities include gathering, evaluating, and preserving evidence, preparing affidavits for arrest and search warrants, serving legal documents, and potentially preparing civil litigation documents. The position also involves providing assistance and maintaining cooperation with other units within the District Attorney's Office and other law enforcement agencies.

Requirements

• Certification as a Colorado Peace Officer (POST) at the time of application.
• A valid Driver's License at the time of application.
• 5+ years of professional level experience conducting comprehensive investigations of complex criminal and civil cases.
• POST certified and familiarity with drafting arrest/search warrants.
• Familiarity with criminal justice databases.
• Familiarity with the use of social media databases.
• Background in investigating cases involving family violence with a particular emphasis on intimate partner violence.
• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
• Four (4) years of previous police experience, two (2) of which must be at the level of Criminal Investigator (e.g. Police Detective) or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in another foreign language strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proper case investigations.
• Interview complainants, victims, and witnesses.
• Periodically consult with complainants and victims regarding the progress of cases until they have been officially closed.
• Direct efforts in the prevention and suppression of crime, and in the detection and apprehension of criminal suspects.
• Review all new domestic violence cases filed by Denver Police, including all reports and witness statements, as well as all relevant criminal justice and social media databases, in order to determine if there are firearms in the home and/or in the control of the charged suspect(s).
• Document all information relating to firearms in the DA internal database.
• Determine investigative techniques and case strategies; gather, evaluate, and preserve evidence, analyze the evidence, prepare spreadsheets or summary charts on financial or voluminous data, and determine the presence or absence of criminal activity.
• Prepare affidavits for arrest warrant, search warrants, and subpoenas.
• Serve parties involved in legal action.
• May prepare interrogatories, production requests, and answers in civil litigation.
• Provide reasonably requested information and assistance to other units within the Office of the District Attorney and maintain an efficient level of cooperation and coordination in affected areas.
• Assist and maintain close cooperation and positive working relationships with other law enforcement agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 132 hours of PTO earned within first year
• 12 Paid Holidays per year, plus 1 personal holiday
• Education Refund Program (ERP)
• Care Bank – 8 weeks of Paid Family Leave (after the probation period is passed)
• Free RTD Eco Pass
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior