RTCC Police Detective - Part Time

City of GastoniaGastonia, NC
Hybrid

About The Position

This is a part-time position that will be a “virtual responder,” using advanced technology to support officers on patrol and investigators in the field. Rather than operating like a traditional patrol detective, this role is based in the Real Time Crime Center (RTCC), concentrating on collecting and delivering real-time intelligence as situations develop. Work may be performed without regular supervision. RTCC Police Part-Time Detective works second shift Monday-Friday and/or rotating shifts, including some weekends and holidays. The schedule may require the individual to be flexible for certain events.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of criminal investigations with primary experience conducting applicable investigative work.
  • Knowledge of investigative procedures, evidence collection methods, evidence preservation, and available forensic examination processes.
  • Ability to analyze complex information and communicate concise, actionable intelligence through police radio communications.
  • Ability to remain calm, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions during high-stress and life-threatening emergency situations while monitoring multiple information systems.
  • Working knowledge of privacy laws, legal requirements, and court testimony procedures.
  • Certified as a Police Officer by the State of North Carolina.
  • Knowledge of sworn law enforcement duties, policies, procedures, and applicable cognitive skills necessary to perform essential job functions.
  • Ability to work primarily in an office environment with occasional field assignments.
  • Ability to perform work in adverse conditions and withstand exposure to weather conditions, crime scenes, accidents, emergencies, and disaster environments when operational needs require field response.
  • Ability to adapt to changing operational needs and perform related duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of the position.
  • Associate’s degree or high school diploma (or equivalent) with a combination of education and experience equivalent to seven (7) years of investigative experience.
  • Possession of a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate issued by the State of North Carolina.
  • DCI Certification from the State of NC within 120 days of hire.
  • CJ Leads Certification from State of NC within 3 months of hire.
  • NIMS IS-100, IS-200, IS-700 within twelve months of hire.
  • Study for and pass (with at least a 70%) the FAA Part 107 Drone Exam within ten months of hire.

Nice To Haves

  • Preferred experience using law enforcement and public safety technologies, including: Video management systems, Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems, Flock technology, Criminal intelligence databases.

Responsibilities

  • Monitors high-priority 911 calls and uses cameras, gunshot detection, drones and license plate readers (LPR) to provide responding officers with a "safe approach" and suspect descriptions.
  • Assists traditional detectives and patrol officers by conducting deep-dive background checks, tracking suspect vehicle movements through LPR history, and reviewing archived surveillance footage.
  • Documents significant incidents, produces analytical reports, and maintains logs of activities for investigative and legal purposes.
  • Query and analyze data from local, state, and federal law enforcement databases.

Benefits

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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