Criminal Investigator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; OR Twelve hours in law enforcement or a criminal justice field.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
• An applicant will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony or if there are any indictments or bills of information pending against him or her in which felony charges are included; or if he or she has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.
• Applicants must have a Civil Service test score for 2100–PSE (Protective Services Exam) in order to be considered for this vacancy.
• Applicants who are POST-certified are exempt from taking the 2100–PSE (Protective Services Exam) in accordance to Civil Service Rule 22.8(e).
• The applicant’s POST certification shall not be under suspension or pending a revocation hearing.
• You must indicate this on this job application or through the questions attached to this application.
• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections.
• Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
• All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background check(s).

Nice To Haves

• POST-certified

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations related to violations of state law
• Provide investigative and supportive assistance to federal, local and state law enforcement agencies
• Work with federal agents to enforce federal statutes
• Develop sources of information
• Management of confidential informants
• Interview and interrogation
• Surveillance
• Preparation and execution of search/seizure/arrest warrants
• Collection/documentation of evidence
• Securing crime scenes
• Dismantling of criminal enterprises
• Preparation of criminal investigative reports
• Asset seizure and investigative expense tasks/tracking
• Coordinate with federal, local and state prosecutors to prepare cases pending trial
• Attend all administrative and criminal proceedings to present evidence and give accurate and truthful testimony of matters under judicial review
• Attend ongoing professional/specialized training, seminars and conferences related to criminal investigations
• Stay abreast of emerging crime trends, strategies and safety concerns
• Attend meetings with other LSP sections
• Maintain equipment per departmental policies
• Provide investigative support for other LSP Divisions and Sections

Benefits

• Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.