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Investigator

Macon-Bibb County Government

Macon, GAFull-time$55–60K/yrPosted 8mo agoStill listed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$55–60K/yr
Location
Macon, GA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator’s LicenseBachelor's degree

Job overview

Macon-Bibb County Government is hiring an Investigator. The Investigator conducts criminal investigations, interviewing parties, obtaining statements, planning court presentations, serving papers, obtaining warrants, developing intelligence, writing reports, assisting agencies, maintaining equipment, transporting inmates, and attending required training, while possessing a four‑year degree and five years of POST‑certified experience.

Key focus areas include Interview complainants, witnesses, victims, suspects, and informants in person and by telephone, Obtain statements, and Plan court presentations with prosecuting attorneys, present evidence and information.

Successful candidates bring Valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and Meet And Maintain Georgia Mandate Law Enforcement Training Act/Peace Officer’s Standards And Training Act Requirements. Important skills include Federal Law Knowledge, State Law Knowledge, Local Law Knowledge, Criminal Law Knowledge, Traffic Law Knowledge, and Department Policies And Procedures Knowledge.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Federal Law KnowledgeState Law KnowledgeLocal Law KnowledgeCriminal Law KnowledgeTraffic Law KnowledgeDepartment Policies and Procedures KnowledgeCriminal Investigation MethodsCriminal Investigation PracticesCriminal Investigation EquipmentCriminal Justice System KnowledgeCourt Procedures KnowledgeFirearms UseCommunications Equipment UseStandard Equipment UseSpecialized Equipment UsePhotographic Equipment UseSurveillance Equipment UseAudio Equipment UseVideo Equipment UseRadios UseEmergency Equipment UseCommunication Equipment UseInterview TechniquesEvidence ProcessingEvidence AnalyzingEvidence PreservingCommunicationOral CommunicationCycle of Violence Related to Domestic Violence Knowledge

Qualifications

Valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator’s LicenseMeet and Maintain Georgia Mandate Law Enforcement Training Act/Peace Officer’s Standards and Training Act RequirementsFour Year Degree5+ Years P.O.S.T Certified Employment Experience

Full job description

The Investigator position is responsible for conducting criminal investigations.

  • Interviews complainants, witnesses, victims, suspects, and informants in person and by telephone.
  • Obtain statements.
  • Plans court presentations with prosecuting attorney's, presents evidence and information.
  • Serves court papers and subpoenas.
  • Obtains and serves search, criminal and arrest warrants.
  • Develops intelligence resources for use in investigations and participates in undercover operations.
  • Reviews investigative information, writes and files case reports and supplements and compiles case files.
  • Assists other law enforcement agencies with investigations upon requests; provides information on criminal activity to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.
  • Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment.
  • Transports inmates and witnesses to and from court proceedings.
  • Attends training session as required.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the District Attorney. The Investigator should possess a Four (4) year degree and at least five (5) years' experience in P.O.S.T certified employment.

Necessary Requirements:

  • Possession of a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

  • Ability to meet and maintain current requirements set forth in the Georgia Mandate Law Enforcement Training Act/Peace Officer’s Standards and Training Act. The Investigator must be knowledgeable of the following principles, procedures, and concepts:

  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, criminal and traffic laws, and department policies and procedures.

  • Knowledge of the criminal investigation methods, practices and equipment.

  • Knowledge of criminal justice system and court procedures.

  • Skill in the use of firearms, communications equipment, and other standard and specialized equipment.

  • Skill in the use of photographic and surveillance equipment, audio and video equipment, radios, and other emergency or communication equipment.

  • Skill in interview techniques.

  • Skill in processing, analyzing, and preserving evidence.

  • Skill in written and oral communication.

  • Knowledge of the cycle of violence related to domestic violence. If you have any problems submitting your application, please contact the NeoGov Applicant Support Hotline Toll Free at 855-524-5627 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. (ET). AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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