Police Investigator - Internal Only

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

1d•$66,000 - $72,000

About The Position

The University of North Dakota Police Investigator conducts and manages criminal investigations involving crimes on University property or involving members of the University community. The role also provides specialized investigative assistance to University Police Department personnel and coordinates with prosecutors, courts, laboratories, and other law enforcement agencies. The position includes Uniform Patrol Officer duties, such as patrolling University property, responding to calls for service, conducting preliminary investigations, enforcing laws and University policies, and supporting public safety at University facilities and events. The investigator documents and maintains case files and evidence, ensures evidence is properly collected and preserved with a documented chain of custody, prepares cases for prosecution, and may testify in court and other legal proceedings. The role requires compliance with University Police Department policy, University requirements, and applicable laws, as well as maintaining confidentiality and security of sensitive information. This position is open to internal candidates only. The annual salary is $66,000–$72,000, the position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime, and the schedule is 40 hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certified North Dakota peace officer.
Valid driver's license.
Subject to an FBI background check.
Must complete a polygraph exam, psychological evaluation, physical agility test, and physical exam, and meet vision requirements.
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
Analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to speak appropriately and clearly.
Ability to exercise authority.
Report-writing and computer skills.
Ability to carry out duties and assignments given by superior officers.

Nice To Haves

Five years of prior law enforcement experience.
Experience conducting complex and sensitive investigations.
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Experience with digital and electronic evidence.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Experience collaborating with campus partners and other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
Experience working in a university or higher education law enforcement environment.
Experience preparing search warrants, subpoenas, affidavits, and other legal documents.

Responsibilities

Conduct and manage criminal investigations involving crimes on University of North Dakota property or involving members of the University community.
Conduct follow-up investigations, interview victims, witnesses, and suspects, develop leads, and establish facts.
Collect, preserve, and analyze physical evidence, documents, photographs, surveillance video, electronic records, and digital evidence.
Prepare investigative documents and legal processes, including reports, affidavits, search warrants, subpoenas, and probable cause statements.
Coordinate investigations with prosecutors and outside law enforcement agencies and prepare cases for prosecution or other appropriate disposition.
Maintain complete investigative case files and provide testimony in court and other legal proceedings.
Document, maintain, and prepare investigative cases, evidence, and records in accordance with department policy, University requirements, and applicable laws.
Ensure proper collection, preservation, documentation, and chain of custody of evidence.
Review and organize case information and evidence to ensure cases are complete and ready for prosecution.
Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive investigative information.
Coordinate the submission, transfer, and disposition of evidence and investigative records with prosecutors, courts, laboratories, and other agencies.
Track case status and deadlines and provide appropriate updates to supervisors, prosecutors, victims, and other authorized parties.
Provide investigative assistance and expertise to officers and supervisors on complex, sensitive, or specialized cases.
Conduct specialized investigative activities and research to identify criminal activity, leads, patterns, and trends affecting the University community.
Coordinate specialized investigative support with University departments and local, state, federal, and other law enforcement agencies.
Assist with major incidents, critical investigations, and special assignments, including planning, coordination, and follow-up.
Provide department personnel with investigative training, guidance, and resources related to investigative techniques, evidence, reporting, laws, and procedures.
Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education, specialized training, professional associations, and awareness of emerging investigative practices and technology.
Patrol University property and surrounding areas; respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; and conduct preliminary investigations.
Enforce federal, state, and local laws and University policies.
Prepare accurate and timely reports and documentation.
Assist with and coordinate responses to emergencies, special events, and critical incidents.
Provide community-oriented policing and public safety services and support security for University facilities, events, and activities.
Maintain required equipment, vehicles, firearms, and other department-issued resources, as well as required training, certifications, and professional knowledge.