Criminal Investigator conducts investigations of criminal cases. Analyzes collected data or evidence and prepares documentation for legal action. Being a Criminal Investigator conducts surveillance and interviews witnesses. Interfaces with various law enforcement agencies. Additionally, Criminal Investigator often requires prior experience working in or closely with law enforecement. May require a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Criminal Investigator's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
This vacancy is located in the Bureau of Investigation Section in the Office of State Police and may be domiciled within any parish statewide as needed. This posting may be used to fill a probational appointment or job appointment.
As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Criminal Investigator 1 or a Criminal Investigator 2 on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
The Criminal Investigator 1 (pay grade level PS-112) has a minimum salary of $1,764.80./bi-weekly; $3,824.00/monthly.The Criminal Investigator 2 (pay grade level PS-113) has a minimum salary of $1,888.00/bi-weekly; $4,091.00/monthly.
Please refer to the “Job Specifications” tab located at the top of the LA Careers “Current Job Opportunities page” for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualification requirements and job concepts for each level.
Applicants must have a Civil Service test score for 2100– PSE (Protective Services Exam) in order to be considered for this vacancy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants without a current test score can apply to take the test by copying the link below.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/3147666/2100-protective-services-exam-pseThe Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.
**DPS doesn’t allow any testing exemptions for this position.
Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online.
For more information, please contact:
Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/John.Carrigan
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA 70896
Fax: 225-925-3970
Applications without the education and/or work experience sections completed will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Applicants with international degrees must provide an equivalency evaluation and a copy of their transcript at the time of application. The equivalency evaluation and transcript can be attached to the electronic application, mailed, or faxed to (225) 925-3970.
Applications submitted without the above documents will not be considered.
RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETING ALL SECTIONS OF THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.
Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the ‘Application Status’ link after logging into their account.
If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you have a disability and need a special accommodation.
All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background check(s).
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
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