Part-Time Special Investigator - Criminal Investigations

City of Lubbock•Police Headquarters, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Investigates assigned criminal cases by reviewing existing reports and evidence. Position entails conducting thorough investigations by interviewing associated victims, witnesses, involved parties and others associated as identified during the course of the investigation. Identifying and attempting to obtain statements from suspects. Obtain search warrants, arrest warrants and subpoenas as needed. Properly document all actions taken related to each case in supplement reports. If probable cause is developed and there is sufficient information for prosecution, present the case and charge to the appropriate prosecuting attorney. THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Requirements

Honorably Retired Peace Officer from a local, state, or federal Law Enforcement Agency
Have at least two years’ work experience in criminal investigations
Knowledge of: Standard investigative practices and processes; Universal law enforcement procedures; Texas laws and regulations; City of Lubbock and Lubbock Police Department policies, rules, instructions and procedures
Have and maintain all required documentation from the last employing agency (TCOLE – Texas Commission on Law Enforcement or other agency listed above)
Knowledge of Confidentiality laws and issues such as confidentiality of criminal records, handling requests for information on criminal cases from operating departments, public, or the media
Knowledge of Rationales for confidentiality sufficient to ensure the integrity and personal privacy of the victim and the criminal investigation file and all information contained therein
Knowledge of Principles and practices of confidentiality sufficient to recognize actions that may compromise the integrity of investigations or investigation file documents
Knowledge of Various technical specialists available to assist in an investigation and when to request such assistance
Knowledge of Objective symptoms of use of alcohol and commonly used controlled substances, sufficient to recognize when a person may be under the influence
Ability to Communicate effectively with others
Ability to Understand, follow, and give oral directions to others
Ability to Drive an automobile
Ability to Make keen observations and remember names, faces, and details of incidents
Ability to Write clear and accurate reports
Ability to Read, comprehend and interpret detailed, complex written material
Ability to Prepare clear, concise written reports
Ability to Analyze complex ideas or activities into smaller parts; simultaneously consider numerous facts, perceive patters and relationships, develop theories about past occurrences based on numerous small bits of information or evidence, compare and interpret information, recognize and examine discrepancies, and draw logical conclusions
Ability to Manage time sufficient to prioritize and combine investigations when practicable to ensure timely completion
Ability to Handle several cases at one time
Ability to Utilize appropriate investigative techniques for criminal investigations
Ability to Communicate and deal tactfully, persuasively, and effectively with coworkers, supervisors, management and the public
Ability to Demonstrate cultural sensitivity through tact and courtesy when dealing with individuals from various social, cultural, racial, and economical backgrounds
Ability to Work cooperatively as part of a team
Ability to Remain calm and focused when interviewing distraught, angry, or combative persons
Ability to Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills required to discuss matters which are of a sensitive and sometime inflammatory nature with victims, supervisors and management
Ability to Listen, in person and on the telephone, as required to pay close attention to what is being said and ask follow-up questions
Ability to Develop pertinent questions for interviews, perceive when the person being interviewed has not understood, rephrase/clarify questions, follow-up on unanswered questions or conflicting statements and keep the interview focused on the material to be covered
Texas Operator’s License

Nice To Haves

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to the disability, and the ability of the hiring department to reasonable accommodate the limitations.

Responsibilities

Perform work in accordance with City of Lubbock and Lubbock Police department policies, rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures
Keep records and prepare activity reports
Review existing police reports and documents related to the assigned cases
Contact victims, involved parties, and witnesses and arrange to obtain statements from them
Review existing evidence including photos, 911 calls, camera footage, jail calls, and other forensic evidence related to assigned cases
Display empathy and patience and an unbiased attitude when dealing with victim’s
Keep the victim aware of case progress when prudent
Follow up on all credible leads in a timely fashion
Ensure the collection and analysis of all physical evidence, including searching for and obtaining video evidence at or near the scene of the crime
When a suspect is identified, attempt to contact the suspect and arrange to obtain a statement
If obtaining a statement from a suspect in person, utilize the downstairs interview room or be accompanied by a detective
Obtain search and arrest warrants and subpoenas when applicable and ensure all court orders are done in accordance with LPD policy
Submit evidence for further examination when applicable
If probable cause is developed and there is sufficient information for prosecution, present the case and charge to the appropriate prosecuting attorney
Properly document all actions related to each case in supplement reports
Testify in court as needed
Work with other agencies by obtaining or sharing information relative to assigned cases
Perform other duties of assigned