Tcole Investigator Vi Jobs

TCOLE Investigator VI ( 00035187 ) Organization : TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT

Primary Location : Texas-Austin Work Locations : Texas Comm on Law Enforcement 6330 E HWY 290 STE 200 Austin 78723

Job : Protective Service

Employee Status : Regular

Schedule : Full-time Standard Hours Per Week : 40.00

Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time

State Job Code : 1355

Salary Admin Plan : B

Grade : 22

Salary (Pay Basis) : 6,566.67 - 6,566.67 (Monthly)

Number of Openings : 3

Overtime Status : Non-exempt

Job Posting : Jul 27, 2023, 6:02:37 PM

Closing Date: Ongoing

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position works in the Enforcement Division as a peace officer (Sergeant/Investigator) and performs advanced (senior-level) investigative work. Work involves planning, organizing, conducting criminal and administrative investigations, enforcing state laws, rules under Title 37 Texas Administrative Code, statues under 1701 Texas Occupations Code, and related violations of state and federal laws. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The position requires moderate travel (approximately 50%) paid by the agency.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Conducts background and personal history investigations, reviews records, and verifies information.

Coordinates the collection and analysis of evidence and documents for use in criminal and administrative investigations.

Investigates, interviews, and reviews police officers, county jailers, telecommunication operators, and those that employ and supervise them to include ranking state, county, and municipal officials.

Identifies high profile cases, cases of sensitive nature, or cases with multi-jurisdictional impact, prioritizes, and handles those accordingly.

Identifies non-jurisdictional complaints and makes referrals which can be addressed by the appropriate jurisdictional agency.

Identifies and pursues most appropriate jurisdiction and venue for investigating and resolving administrative and criminal violations.

Coordinates, as case agent, joint investigative activities of field staff with law enforcement and other regulatory agencies

Oversees and/or conducts interviews with suspect(s), witnesses, and complainants.

Obtains written or recorded witness statements and written or recorded confessions.

Prepares subpoenas, search warrants, probable cause affidavits, and arrest warrants.

Executes court orders, warrants, and subpoenas.

Oversees and/or evaluates detailed investigative reports and case file.

May perform undercover or surveillance work when required.

Testifies as a witness in trials or formal hearings and provides trial assistance to lead attorneys as requested.

Performs moderately complex analyses of factual and legal situations and documents findings.

Documents investigative activity and evidence gathered in agency database, maintains case files.

Establishes and maintains liaison with and provides necessary assistance to local, state, federal law enforcement, and regulatory agencies.

Prepares and submits activity reports and vehicle reports.

Oversees and evaluates agency generated records audits and identifies patterns or rule violations that require further administrative or criminal investigations.

Reviews licensees in non-compliance, advises licensees on how to resolve deficiencies, monitors for appropriate resolutions, and makes referral for administrative action.

Assists in training of new investigators.

Performs other related work as assigned as needed.

Qualifications

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Experience and Education

Five years of experience in law enforcement is required. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in criminal justice or a related field is generally preferred. Experience in addition to the required five years may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and other applicable state and federal statutes.

Skill in researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations.

Knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, and procedures and of court procedures, practices, and rules of evidence.

Skill in applying investigative techniques and procedures to assigned cases.

Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines

Skill in effective oral and written communication

Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making.

Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback.

Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment.

Ability to provide excellent customer service.

Skill in multitasking and problem solving.

Ability to handle stressful situations.

Skill in conducting interviews and taking written witness statements.

Skill in the operation of technical equipment and in using a computer and applicable software.

Skill in testifying in hearings and court proceedings.

Ability to train others.

Registration, Certification, or Licensure

Must be currently licensed as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas and able to be commissioned as a peace officer.

QUALIFICATIONS: (Experience, Education, Etc.)

• Investigative experience is highly preferred.
• Experience conducting interrogations and taking written statements preferred.
• Five years of experience within law enforcement as a commissioned officer.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field relevant to the assignment is highly preferred. Experience in addition to the required five years may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES can be found at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you choose to claim veteran’s employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted.

FOR NEW HIRES/REHIRES: Health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 90-day waiting period.

• APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to sign in (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/304/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en )

PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. Candidates may be asked to participate in a skills demonstration and/or presentation. Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions.

Complete copies of college transcripts must be furnished to the divisional hiring representative at the time of the interview for positions

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Only applicants scheduled for interviews will be contacted.

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.