Investigator

City of Jonesboro • Jonesboro, GA

8d • $63,797 - $77,064 • Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Jonesboro is seeking a dynamic and grounded individual to serve as an Investigator. As the county seat and economic heart of Clayton County, the City of Jonesboro population grows to over 10,000 during the day; however, right at 5,000 residents live within the city limits. Incorporated in 1859 as a Charter City, Jonesboro is a proud and inclusive community in which culture, art, history, education, placemaking, and innovation are valued. The ideal candidate will be public service-focused, community-oriented and partnership-based, and will have experience working with a diverse population of engaged residents and businesses. The City of Jonesboro offers a competitive benefits package to include 100% medical insurance coverage paid by the City, GMA Retirement, tuition reimbursement, take-home car, paid time off, and more. The salary range for this position is between $50,598.00 and $68,089.68. In addition to the awesome salary package, the city offers the following incentives for new hires: $4,000 after the first year of employment for Post Certified Law Enforcement Officers (with no disciplinary action), $2,500 after the first year of employment for Police Recruit after completing the academy, $1,000 after the first year of employment for Post Certified Instructors, and $1,000 after the first year of employment for Veterans.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a Georgia Peace Officer Standard Training Certification and be recertified annually.
• Three (3) years minimum experience in Law Enforcement.
• Three (3) years minimum investigator experience.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background investigation, and oral examination.
• Valid Class C Georgia Driver’s License.
• Good moral character.
• Honorable discharge ONLY for persons with military service.
• No felony convictions.
• No Domestic Violence convictions.
• Physically fit and able to perform the duties of a police officer/investigator.

Nice To Haves

• Have completed POST Trainings: Criminal Investigations Fundamental Course, Crime Scene Investigations, Interviews and Interrogations, and Search Warrants and Affidavits

Responsibilities

• Carries out investigations to prevent crimes or solve criminal cases by performing the following duties.
• Investigates known or suspected criminals or facts of a case to detect planned criminal activity or clues.
• Frequents known haunts of criminals and becomes familiar with criminals to determine criminals' habits, associates, characteristics, aliases, and other personal information.
• Responsible for the investigation of all misdemeanor and felonious incidents that may warrant such.
• Responsible for processing crime scenes such as large-scale burglaries, homicides, and bank robberies; process other crime scenes if requested to do so by the Investigations Lieutenant or the case investigations.
• Investigates suspected persons and reports progress of the investigation.
• Arrests or assists in arrest of criminals or suspects.
• Be proficient in using databases and knowledgeable of processes to gather Intel from outside sources for background information on primary targets of drug distribution.
• Implement specialized electronic equipment into investigations to maximize results and enhance the quality of evidence.
• Prepares assigned cases for court, according to formalized procedures.
• Testifies before court and the grand jury.
• Maintains liaison with other law enforcement agencies, courts, community groups, and others as assigned.
• Notifies superior of major crimes or disturbances within the area and takes necessary action until the arrival of superior.
• Submits written report containing charges, available facts, and evidence to Magistrate to authorize search warrant or wiretap.
• Obtains statements for the prosecution of offenders and appears in court as a witness.
• Arrests suspects and obtains evidence to be used by District Attorney in prosecuting the case in court.
• Familiarizes self with the beat and persons living or businesses operating in the area.
• Inspects departmental vehicles and equipment used and gets repaired or obtains a replacement when it’s defective.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• 100% medical insurance coverage paid by the City
• GMA Retirement
• tuition reimbursement
• take-home car
• paid time off
• $4,000 after the first year of employment for Post Certified Law Enforcement Officers (with no disciplinary action)
• $2,500 after the first year of employment for Police Recruit after completing the academy.
• $1,000 after the first year of employment for Post Certified Instructors.
• $1,000 after the first year of employment for Veterans.

What This Job Offers

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