Job Summary:

Under general supervision, investigates alleged or suspected violations of Federal, state, or local laws, rules, and regulations to determine if the evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution or to report findings to the appropriate jurisdictional authority for their action. The investigator will be required to travel to different locations within an assigned regional area but could be called to travel outside of the area. The investigator will be required to respond to State of Emergency requests and other duties as requested.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research.
• Develops investigative leads through a complete review of case files.
• Develop comprehensive investigative plans for each investigation.
• Interview parents, guardians, or court service workers within specified time limits of referral.
• Visit various locations to gather information on youth efficiently.
• Coordinates with local law enforcement agencies to facilitate the progress of investigations in a professional manner.
• Keeps supervisor informed of investigation progress and advises of significant developments as required.
• Records all significant investigative activity in case files in a clear, concise, and timely manner.
• Review case files for all necessary and appropriate documentation and to ensure compliance with established guidelines.
• Maintains case files according to established guidelines.
• Conducts administrative and criminal investigations.
• Obtains arrest warrants from appropriate courts for youth and/or adults.
• Testifies in a court of law for all proceedings related to investigations.
• Examines records to locate links in the chain of evidence or information.
• Prepares reports and other correspondence within specified time limits.
• Draft reports and other correspondence using the proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Researches and includes all supporting documentation for reports before submission.
• Make proper distribution of all correspondence according to established guidelines.
• Identifies case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.
• Obtains and verifies evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses, or by analyzing records.
• Performs criminal background checks according to established guidelines.

Obtains information related to cases:

• Processes crime scene evidence according to established guidelines.
• Conduct interviews with principal parties of internal investigations by using appropriate interrogation and investigative techniques.
• Coordinates polygraph/CVSA examinations as required.
• Prepares or assists with the preparation of investigative reports, as required.

State Vehicle Operation and Care:

• Schedule the vehicle for preventative maintenance when due according to established guidelines.
• Performs operator maintenance according to the manufacturer's specifications and established guidelines.
• Always maintains personal equipment in a serviceable condition and reports and/or replaces missing items according to established guidelines.

May respond to emergencies, operating emergency equipment, in a lawful manner, showing due regard to the safety of other motorists:

• Operates state vehicles in a safe, lawful manner at all times.

On-Call Status:

• Investigators will follow regional leadership “On-Call” schedules unless on approved PTO/Vacation/Training.
• Investigators always carry their state-issued cell phone to be contacted by DJJ supervisors or other related personnel unless on approved PTO/Vacation.
• Investigators will ensure state-assigned vehicles always remain in ‘Ready’ status.

Sample Technical Competencies:

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to use proper and effective interview and interrogation techniques.
• Knowledge of law enforcement databases and other available sources of information.
• Knowledge of legal procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of case management tools, techniques, technology, and software
• Ability to conduct surveillance, use covert devices, and interview informants.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of related experience OR Three years of experience in law enforcement or related field
• OR One Year of experience at the PSP090 level or position equivalent

This position is being filled in the North Investigative Unit that covers the North Region of the State.

• Applicant must reside within the North Region.
• This investigative unit is looking at this preferred geographical area: Within 50 miles of the following Georgia Counties: Richmond, McDuffie, Wilkes, Taliaferro, or Lincoln

The position requires a Georgia POST certification in Basic Law Enforcement. This position is authorized by Georgia Law [OCGA 35-8-2(8) and 40-4A-8] and by the Commissioner of Juvenile Justice to be designated as a Peace Officer while in the course of his/her employment duties with the Department of Juvenile Justice to exercise the power of arrest and to carry weapons to include firearms. This position is required to abide by all Georgia POST requirements with training including the use of deadly force and firearms qualification. This position is full-time.

1. Enforces State of Georgia Criminal statutes and DJJ policy regarding youth supervised by DJJ, staff employed by DJJ, and vendors contracted with DJJ.

2. Prepares and executes criminal arrest/search warrants.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four or more years (total) of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in police or investigative work in a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency; or a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, police science, or a closely related field.
• Experience working in an investigative unit working various alleged or suspected incidents.
• Candidate MUST HAVE current and valid certification as a Basic Law Enforcement Peace Officer by the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Council.

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

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