Investigator

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Boston, MA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves conducting criminal investigations as assigned by the Assistant Deputy Superintendent (ADS) of SID. The Investigator will work with other law enforcement agencies as needed and perform related work and assignments. The position reports to the Assistant Deputy Superintendent of SID and Senior Investigators.

Requirements

Superior communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to work accurately and independently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to meet short deadlines.
Knowledge of investigatory procedures and protocols.
Knowledge and experience in criminal court proceedings.
Ability to interrogate inmates and staff concerning policy violations and criminal activity.
Ability to effectively and efficiently manage an investigation through the entire process, including gathering intelligence, reviewing evidence, questioning witnesses, and composing independent findings.
Two years of experience working in an investigative capacity, specialized training in investigations, law enforcement training, or a combination of education, experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities indicated above.
Regular, punctual and predictable attendance at assigned workplace and at scheduled meetings.
Knowledge of, compliance with, and enforcement of Department policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with investigations in a law enforcement agency strongly preferred.
Associate or bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
Thorough knowledge of Department policies and procedures is preferred.
Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct special and security investigations and prepare reports of findings.
Maintain proper documentation of all matters reviewed by SID.
Participate in the daily review of matters currently before the division.
Carry out and implement requests from outside law enforcement agencies regarding security matters with approval of the ADS of SID.
Prepare and write reports for investigations, collect evidence, and testify at grievance or arbitration hearings.
Assist with pre-employment background investigations.
Obtain criminal complaints, testify in court, and present evidence.
Destroy evidence subsequent to court disposition, in accordance with Mass. General Laws.
Attend all assigned training.
Perform other duties and assignments as the Sheriff may assign.
Review investigation files for appropriate documentation and determine appropriate action.
Review audio and video recordings of inmate and staff activity.
Conduct interviews of inmates and staff.
Drive a vehicle to deliver correspondence to staff.
Perform arrests.