What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Specialist - Theft and Financial Crimes (part-time) position at Chesterfield County, VA?
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a former police officer. A minimum of five years' investigative experience preferred. As a former police officer, US citizenship is required, along with a high school diploma or GED. Candidates must possess or be eligible for a Virginia driver's license with no more than six demerit points in the past twelve months or a DUI conviction within the past four years. Additionally, applicants must have no convictions of felonies or habitual misdemeanors, and no guilty pleas to misdemeanors involving moral turpitude, including petit larceny, any misdemeanor sex offense, or any domestic assault. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background investigation, including the possibility of a polygraph, psychological and medical screening, and education/degree verification. This position is considered Critical Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug testing and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana for this position is prohibited. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required. This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice’s “Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy” and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent criminal background check. Must be a US citizen or have been a lawful resident of the US for the past ten consecutive years.
Duties
Staff various specialized assignments throughout the department. The present need involves Theft and Financial investigation. As a part-time Police Specialist assigned to investigations, your duties would include but are not limited to, reviewing assigned investigations into criminal activities, and determining if probable cause exists or could be obtained to bring criminal charges. This involves gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and analyzing information to build strong cases. You'll collaborate closely with other detectives, law enforcement agencies, and prosecutors, sharing information and coordinating efforts to ensure comprehensive investigations. Maintaining detailed records of investigative activities and adhering to departmental policies and legal regulations. Additionally, you'll participate in ongoing training to stay updated on investigative techniques and legal procedures. Engaging with the community to foster trust and address concerns related to criminal activities is also part of your responsibilities. However, assignment of duties could include, but are not limited to, coordination of off-duty employment; manage all police equipment assigned to police officers; provide supplemental teleservice, crime prevention and court service assistance. Perform other work as required.
Shift
28 hours/week; schedule determined by needs of the assignment
Work Location
Police
Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
