GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Criminal Investigators are experienced law enforcement deputies who investigate crimes with the objective of gathering detailed evidence against criminals for prosecution. General responsibilities and include the following: Gathering facts and evidence for criminal cases to determine which pieces of information are credible and admissible in court for prosecution. Criminal Investigators will conduct interviews with witnesses, victims and suspects to gathering all of the facts to determine the chain of events during critical incidents. They will investigate crimes that have been reported to the agency or discovered by patrol deputies. Investigators work with patrol deputies, crime scene technicians, and evidence technicians to build a case for prosecutors to take before a jury. They analyze physical evidence and conduct interviews to reach their conclusions about what exactly happened during an incident. The work environment will involve office work, but a majority of the work is out in the field. Investigators are required to be flexible due to the varying work requirements and assignments. Likewise, work hours may vary to meet the needs and goals of the Sheriff’s Office. Investigator’s work can also be highly rewarding because each successful investigation makes the community safer and provides closure and justice for the victim.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma; supplemented by three (3) years progressively responsible experience in law enforcement work; non-probationary; two (2 ) years with Gadsden County Sheriff's Office.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Certified as a State Law Enforcement Officer in compliance with F.S. 943.13; possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license throughout employment without any restrictions which affect job performance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Compliance with minimum training and standards of an accredited certification institution as set forth by the recommended FDLE guidelines and CJSTC.
Tasks include a criticality component, in responding to crime scenes or other critical incidents, whereby incumbents are required to maintain physical abilities consistent with CJSTC standards to perform essential duties as outlined herein on an as-needed basis. The emphasis does not consider the percentage (%) of time allocated to performing essential functions. Rather incumbents maintain CJSTC physical standards to perform essential functions at any point during compensatory time regardless of allocated percentage (%) of time to anyone duty When a call to assist in events, critical incidents, or emergencies, the following may apply: Tasks involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, climbing, and that may involve the dragging, pushing, and/or pulling of extremely heavy objects, such as in the event of chasing and subduing a detainee resisting control. Tasks may involve standing, sitting, or walking for long periods. Some tasks are performed with the potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, inclement weather, loud noise, toxic/chemical agents, electrical currents, pathogens, violent behavior, weapons, and explosives. Tasks include working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, carts, and materials handling, where extremely heightened awareness of surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property. Standard body gear and equipment apply in the preservation of life and property, as does special equipment based on assignment including, but not limited to, various types of body armor and safety gear.
Gadsden Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Gadsden Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $51,100.00 per year
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Work Location: One location
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