Investigator

Uintah County UT • Vernal, UT

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About The Position

The Criminal Investigator performs complex technical and investigative duties in support of criminal prosecutions for the Uintah County Attorney’s Office and provides operational support to the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office. The role covers end-to-end case management, including interviewing witnesses, preparing trial exhibits, processing crime scenes, logging evidence, and providing expert testimony in court. The Investigator also directs patrol deputies in evidence preservation, manages interagency operations and extraditions, and carries out field operations such as search warrants and arrests.

This full-time position requires availability for on-call emergency response and major crime scene processing. The employee must maintain active Utah P.O.S.T. status through 40 hours of annual continuing education. Compensation is $45.00 per hour, depending on experience, and the position includes a comprehensive benefits package.

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.
• Availability for on-call emergency response and major crime scene processing.

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 start to finish, 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.
• Respond on call to emergencies and major crime scenes.

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