Investigative Aide I

* Must be a current BSO employee who has successfully completed their probationary period by the listed closing date. * High school diploma or equivalent.  An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required. * One (1) year of previous experience and/or training in crime and/or law enforcement investigation principles, practices, and techniques to include conducting background checks and personal interviews. * Experience in analysis, intelligence or police aide work in a criminal justice or similar law enforcement environment is preferred. * Must successfully complete the NCIC Limited Terminal Access Operator certification within six (6) months of employment.  * Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for noted requirements. Such experience must be clearly documented for consideration.  The current vacancy is located in Criminal Investigations. The Eligibility List established will be used for future Investigative Aide I vacancies in other work locations with varying shifts throughout the agency. It is strongly recommended that you apply at this time if you wish to be considered for a future vacancy.Under administrative direction, the purpose of the position is perform routine to moderately complex investigative work in identifying, locating and profiling of suspects, businesses or witnesses associated with criminal or other assigned investigations. Employees in this classification perform technical and administrative work. Position is responsible for researching, investigating, documenting, and classifying witnesses, suspects and victims, and their activities related to criminal investigations. Performs related work as directed.The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Locates and interviews suspects, witnesses, associates, informants, victims and victim family members through utilization of various investigative strategies and techniques. Assists in the preparation of court ordered applications for Title III wire intercepts, pen registers and search warrants. Performs investigative analysis of the same. Assists in the preparation of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force proposals; provides investigative support. Provides operational and tactical support utlizing available technologies to ensure officer safety and convert investigation security. Conducts criminal histories on suspects and witnesses involved in assigned cases. Conducts research using a variety of state-of-the-art principles, technologies, and investigative techniques. Conducts preliminary research for other unit personnel to assist in investigative activities outside the scope of responsibility. Prepares various materials for case support, State Attorney's prosecution and related court/judicial presentation purposes. Investigates and analyzes case information and data, and submits compiled investigation data to the appropriate entities for review and prosecution. Plans, prepares and provides follow-up strategies concerning on-going investigation for assigned cases. Attends various meetings to discuss strategies and progress of investigations under charge, and to receive directions and assignments. Maintains and updates investigation and research data for the purpose of ensuring case files remain current while active and under investigation. Responds to law enforcement and departmental agency inquiries concerning investigation data, findings and identification; provides direction and information accordingly. Attends and testifies at depositions, trials or other court functions as required. Generates and develops reports, records, and graphic media concerning investigation and case activities under charge. Acts as liaison with other departments, law enforcement agencies, governmental entities, and other agencies concerning investigation activities under charge. Performs related duties as directed. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors. Broward Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis. BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.