Criminal Investigator 1/2

Summary

At the LSP Criminal Investigation Division, our mission is to enforce all State criminal laws and statutes. The Division is responsible for the detection of criminal activity and for the apprehension of those committing crimes. The Division is comprised of Detectives, Organized Crime, Insurance Fraud, Special Victims, and Criminal Intelligence Investigators.

We're looking for a proven investigator to join our Criminal Investigations Division—a professional, proactive team, working not only to detect, but deter criminal activity. Our Division conducts investigations related to law enforcement agency uses of force resulting in serious bodily injury or death, public corruption, interstate and/or dangerous fugitives, multi-jurisdictional felonies and violent crimes, criminal enterprises trafficking controlled substances, and cases involving special victims.

If you are driven to work with a professional criminal investigative team and you possess the desire to serve your community, this could be the opportunity for you!

Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; OR twelve hours in law enforcement or a criminal justice field.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
• An applicant will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony or if there are any indictments or bills of information pending against him or her in which felony charges are included; or if he or she has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

As a Criminal Investigator, you will:

• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations that are sensitive in nature related to violations of state law; provide investigative and supportive assistance to federal, local, and state law enforcement agencies; and work with federal agents to enforce federal statutes.
• The Special Victims Unit is responsible for investigating crimes related to human trafficking and the exploitation of children, including the possession, distribution and/or production of Child Sexual Abuse Material and solicitation of minors using computers or other electronic devices.
• Related duties may include interview and interrogation; surveillance; preparation and execution of search/seizure/arrest warrants; collection/documentation of evidence; securing crime scenes; preparation of criminal investigative reports; asset seizure and investigative expense tasks/tracking.
• Coordinate with federal, local, and state prosecutors to prepare cases pending trial; attend all administrative and criminal proceedings to present evidence and give accurate and truthful testimony of matters under judicial review.
• Attend ongoing professional/specialized training, seminars, and conferences related to criminal investigations; stay abreast of emerging crime trends, strategies, and safety concerns; attend meetings with other LSP sections; maintain equipment per departmental policies; and provide investigative support for other LSP Divisions and Sections.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Classified-Probational or Job Appointment

Career Progression: This position does participate in a career progression and will be filled as a Criminal Investigator 1 or 2.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday, with adjustment at the discretion of the LSP Commander.

Location: This vacancy is located in the Criminal Investigation Division in the Office of State Police located in Ouachita Parish.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. This position is in the PS pay schedule, starting at PS-112 with a minimum biweely salary of $1,764.80.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Job Description

At the LSP Criminal Investigation Division, our mission is to enforce all State criminal laws and statutes. The Division is responsible for the detection of criminal activity and for the apprehension of those committing crimes. The Division is comprised of Detectives, Organized Crime, Insurance Fraud, Special Victims, and Criminal Intelligence Investigators.

We're looking for a proven investigator to join our Criminal Investigations Division—a professional, proactive team, working not only to detect, but deter criminal activity. Our Division conducts investigations related to law enforcement agency uses of force resulting in serious bodily injury or death, public corruption, interstate and/or dangerous fugitives, multi-jurisdictional felonies and violent crimes, criminal enterprises trafficking controlled substances, and cases involving special victims.

If you are driven to work with a professional criminal investigative team and you possess the desire to serve your community, this could be the opportunity for you!

Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; OR twelve hours in law enforcement or a criminal justice field.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
• An applicant will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony or if there are any indictments or bills of information pending against him or her in which felony charges are included; or if he or she has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

As a Criminal Investigator, you will:

• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations that are sensitive in nature related to violations of state law; provide investigative and supportive assistance to federal, local, and state law enforcement agencies; and work with federal agents to enforce federal statutes.
• The Special Victims Unit is responsible for investigating crimes related to human trafficking and the exploitation of children, including the possession, distribution and/or production of Child Sexual Abuse Material and solicitation of minors using computers or other electronic devices.
• Related duties may include interview and interrogation; surveillance; preparation and execution of search/seizure/arrest warrants; collection/documentation of evidence; securing crime scenes; preparation of criminal investigative reports; asset seizure and investigative expense tasks/tracking.
• Coordinate with federal, local, and state prosecutors to prepare cases pending trial; attend all administrative and criminal proceedings to present evidence and give accurate and truthful testimony of matters under judicial review.
• Attend ongoing professional/specialized training, seminars, and conferences related to criminal investigations; stay abreast of emerging crime trends, strategies, and safety concerns; attend meetings with other LSP sections; maintain equipment per departmental policies; and provide investigative support for other LSP Divisions and Sections.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Classified-Probational or Job Appointment

Career Progression: This position does participate in a career progression and will be filled as a Criminal Investigator 1 or 2.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday, with adjustment at the discretion of the LSP Commander.

Location: This vacancy is located in the Criminal Investigation Division in the Office of State Police located in Ouachita Parish.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. This position is in the PS pay schedule, starting at PS-112 with a minimum biweely salary of $1,764.80.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.