Investigator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 30 semester hours from an accredited college/university or two years active-duty military experience preferred.
• Intermediate TCOLE Certification
• Five years law enforcement experience, with at least two years of investigative experience.
• Good computer and typing skills; working knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and database software.
• Good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of TLETS/NLETS, TCIC/NCIC and JIMS/HPD computer databases.
• Firearms Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of five years of investigative experience, demonstrating a comprehensive background in handling a diverse array of cases.
• Investigations involving robbery, homicide, internet crimes against children, human trafficking, and other complex or high-profile incidents.

Responsibilities

• Conducts timely investigations in preparation for the establishment of trial ready cases.
• Assists prosecutors in preparation of cases for trial by evaluation and analysis of investigative work by law enforcement agencies.
• Locates and interviews witnesses, victims, and other persons involved in criminal investigations.
• Collects and records evidence.
• Seizes contraband and arrests violators when necessary.
• Reviews criminal cases as assigned in determining course of action to be followed.
• Photographs crime scenes and crime victims; May fingerprint suspects in order to verify identity.
• Provides security, including transportation, for victims and witnesses during courtroom appearances and proceedings.
• Conducts grand jury investigations by collecting and analyzing evidence/data.
• Testifies in court when necessary and is responsible for the transfer of evidence introduced in trial.
• Assists in preparation and presentation of both grand jury presentation and courtroom trial material.
• Copies existing audio and visual recordings and prepares other court exhibits using multimedia resources.
• Serves and assists with subpoenas, citations, arrest and search warrants.
• Assists the Chief Investigator and outside law enforcement agencies with criminal case information.
• Ability to effectively communicate with other agencies, public and elected officials as well as maintain confidentiality of current and past complaints and investigations.
• Attends community meetings to receive public input on concerns relevant to intelligence within that region and makes presentations to community or educational organizations on the topic of gangs.

Benefits

• Pay starts at $2,983 biweekly
• Great benefits package
• Members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS)