Investigator

Uintah County UT • Vernal, UT

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About The Position

The Criminal Investigator carries out complex technical and investigative duties to support criminal prosecutions for the Uintah County Attorney’s Office while providing operational support to the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office. Reporting to the County Attorney and Sheriff, the role spans end-to-end case management—including witness interviews, trial exhibit preparation, crime scene processing, evidence logging, and expert court testimony. The position also directs patrol deputies in evidence preservation, manages interagency operations and extraditions, and executes field operations such as search warrants and arrests.

This is a full-time position paying $35.00 DOE per hour, depending on experience. The position requires on-call emergency response availability and major crime scene processing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Active Utah P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certification.
• Four to five years of progressive experience in law enforcement, criminal investigations, or court support, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 21 years old.
• Valid Utah Driver’s License.
• Maintain active P.O.S.T. status through 40 hours of annual continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Support criminal prosecutions for the Uintah County Attorney’s Office and provide operational support to the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office.
• Manage cases from beginning to end, including interviewing witnesses, preparing trial exhibits, processing crime scenes, and logging evidence.
• Provide expert testimony in court.
• Direct patrol deputies in evidence preservation.
• Manage interagency operations and extraditions.
• Execute field operations, including search warrants and arrests.
• Remain available for on-call emergency response and major crime scene processing.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Supplemental insurance options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Perks program
• Wellness program with activities, on-site health fairs and seminars, and access to an on-site wellness center equipped with gym equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED