Criminal Investigator 1
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision of the Investigations Area Supervisor, the Criminal Investigator I conducts criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations related to the authority granted to the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform work of considerable difficulty in conducting criminal and administrative investigations for the Office of the Secretary of State.
- Support enforcement efforts of the Office of the Secretary of State as well as the various boards which operate in collaboration with the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State.
- Enforce Georgia statutes/policies and applicable rules of the boards.
- Investigate alleged or suspected violations of Federal, State, or local laws/rules and regulations.
- Conduct thorough and comprehensive investigations and prepare reports upon conclusion.
- Prepare and submit reports that detail investigative findings and proposed responses and/or resolutions.
- Examine records in order to locate links in chain of evidence or information.
- Identify case issues and evidence needed based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of violations.
- Receive complaints and intelligence pertaining to possible violations of criminal and administrative statues, rules, and regulations under the authority or enforcement powers of the Secretary of State.
- Cooperate and collaborate with other state, local, and federal agencies on appropriate cases.
- Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance and research.
- Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.
- Conduct background investigations.
- Provide testimony in criminal, administrative, and civil proceedings.
- Maintain mandatory P.O.S.T. in-service training requirements for certification.
- Statewide travel is required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
- Ability to use legal and appropriate use of force in confrontational situations.
- Ability to prepare clear concise reports in appropriate styles and formats.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making.
- Ability to use all assigned equipment appropriately and effectively.
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
- Ability to use proper and effective interviewing techniques.
- Knowledge of law enforcement databases and other available sources of information.
- Knowledge of legal procedures and processes.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and agency laws, policies, procedures and regulations.
- Knowledge of general investigative techniques.
- Ability to effect arrests.
- Knowledge of court and administrative proceedings.
- Ability to conduct surveillance, use covert devices, and interview individuals.
- Knowledge of case management tools, techniques, technology, and software.
- Ability to recognize trends in criminal activity/behavior.
- Ability to effectively multi-task, prioritize and manage large numbers of cases.
SUPERVISION REQUIREMENT: None required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Three (3) years in law enforcement or related field. Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) (PBLE) certification in the state of Georgia is required. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be age 21 or older and a United States citizen, and possess a strong moral character
Note: Employment in this position is contingent upon the passing and certification of the required medical and physical examination process.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
