Criminal Investigator jobs in Las Cruces, NM
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)
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Public Safety, Criminal Justice and Breaking News Reporter
- Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK
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Las Cruces, NM
FULL_TIME
- The Las Cruces Sun-News/lcsun-news.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is searching for an aggressive, digital-savvy reporter to cover public safety, criminal justice and breaking news stories in Las Cruces, New Mexico. This position demands strong news judgment and the ability to find and identify stories and trends that are immediate, important and influential. Our selected candidate produces smart, context-filled stories and quick-turn enterprise on tight deadlines while also pursuing meaningful reporting that focuses on presenting solutions. You’ll spend a typical work day doing everything from court hearings to community gatherings to stories that bubble up in the community online and offline to reach and engage our audience. Experience with public records requests, deciphering agendas, maps, site plans and contracts and working with databases is preferred. This role will fit your style if you’re the kind of journalist who’s always thinking of the next story – who has a pipeline of ideas and is eager to collaborate on sharpening and pursuing them. Responsibilities: Researches, reports, writes, and helps create compelling text and multimedia journalism about what matters to the community you cover. Recognizes newsworthy events and trends and understands how to connect with our audience on multiple platforms. Works with editors to shape storytelling to meet audience needs and interests on every platform. Develops relationships with diverse sources including officials, residents and experts, to provide unique insights. Makes it a mission to inform and engage readers through immediacy, enterprise reporting and riveting storytelling. Acts as a public ambassador through social media, video presentations and some community outreach. Collaborates with editors and audience team members to provide appropriate elements for stories (i.e.: photos, videos and graphics). Captures photos and videos as needed. Uses independent judgment in day-to-day activities; has demonstrated success in problem-solving. Understands the standards and ethics around newsgathering and can execute most of its primary forms at a commendable level, including source interviews, use of public records, data analysis and primary and secondary source research. Understands good storytelling and successfully develops ideas. Can write news stories with minimal guidance. Can execute special projects by working closely with editors. Provides great customer service, helping readers find answers and solutions. Travels quickly to wherever the news occurs or is being disseminated. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism, or equivalent in experience and education. 2-5 years journalism experience preferred, although entry-level candidates with strong intern experience urged to apply. Core journalism skills (reporter, producing, editing). Understanding of social media and how to engage audiences on digital platforms in public space. Basic photo and video skills. Knowledge of data-based reporting and use of spreadsheets such as Excel is a plus. Effective communicator; able to get along with diverse personalities. Able to multi-task and excel under deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment. Expertise in writing, spelling and grammar. Familiarity with AP style. Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends. This role requires a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law. Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check, drug screen and motor vehicle record check. Life in Las Cruces Las Cruces is the county seat of Doña Ana County in southern New Mexico, less than an hour away from the U.S.-Mexico border. The area, with its spectacular sunset views, has become increasingly popular for film and television production. It is home to New Mexico State University and is known for its cultural events and many festivals, such as the Las Cruces International Film Festival. Application Instructions We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order: Your resume – one to two pages. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role. It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration. #Newsgnt #LI-NC1
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- Advantage Surveillance LLC
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Las Cruces, NM
PART_TIME
- Advantage Investigations is the Nation’s only insurance defense investigation firm that invests in the operational capabilities necessary to produce consistent, high-quality results—ultimately helping...
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Senior Trial Attorney- Juvenile Unit
- NM District Attorneys Association
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Las Cruces, NM
- Job Description Job Description Job Duties: Incumbent will handle the Juvenile docket and may handle all other levels of...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Police Cadet
- City of Las Cruces, NM
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Las Cruces, NM
- Police Cadet Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/newprint/4435770) Apply ? Police Cadet Salary ...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Night Custodian (4033)
- Las Cruces Public Schools
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Las Cruces, NM
- Minimum Qualifications 1. Verifiable work and character references 2. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid New M...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Trial Attorney-Juvenile Unit
- NM District Attorneys Association
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Las Cruces, NM
- Job Description Job Description Job Duties: Incumbent will handle the Juvenile docket and may handle other felony cases ...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Counselors - Army Wellness Program
- Hyperion Biotechnology
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El Paso, TX
- Hyperion Biotechnology, Inc. has been providing services to federal government customers for over 20 years. Our customer...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Trial Attorney
- NM District Attorneys Association
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Las Cruces, NM
- Job Description Job Description Senior Trial Attorney & Trial Attorney 1st Judicial District Attorney The First Judicial...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Experienced or Credentialed Background Investigator - Nationwide
- CACI International
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Las Cruces, NM
- Experienced or Credentialed Background Investigator - Nationwide Job Category: Service Contract Act Time Type: Full time...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Border Patrol Agent
- US Custom and Border Protection
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Las Cruces, NM
- HTML Editor - Full Version NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDING NORTHERN BORDER STATIONS – APPLY TODAY! The U.S. Border Patrol ...
- 4/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Las Cruces, New Mexico
Las Cruces is the seat of Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2010 census the population was 97,618, and in 2017 the estimated population was 101,712, making it the second largest city in the state, after Albuquerque. Las Cruces is the largest city in both Doña Ana County and southern New Mexico. The Las Cruces metropolitan area had an estimated population of 213,849 in 2017. It is the principal city of a metropolitan statistical area which encompasses all of Doña Ana County and is part of the larger El Paso–Las Cruces combined statistical area.
Las Cruces is the economic and...
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Income Estimation for Criminal Investigator jobs
$50,190 to $73,851
Las Cruces, New Mexico area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago
were up 2.5% from a year ago
What does a Criminal Investigator do?
Criminal Investigator in Columbus, MS
An investigator may specialize in analyzing evidence and information from a crime scene, conducting interviews and searches, or performing surveillance.
November 14, 2019
While you may not need a college degree to become a criminal investigator, you will need law enforcement education and on-the-job training.
October 16, 2019
Criminal Investigator in Cincinnati, OH
On a daily basis, Criminal Investigators Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.
November 13, 2019
Criminal Investigator in Gastonia, NC
Individuals who choose to become a criminal investigator are considered law enforcement professionals who participate in the process of solving crimes through their area of specialty.
October 30, 2019