Criminal Investigator - Major Case
Location: Helena, Montana
Description: State of Montana is at present looking to employ Criminal Investigator - Major Case right now, this job will be situated in Montana. Detailed specification about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Job Listing Detail
Position Title:
Criminal Investigator - Major Case
- Applications must be received by Midnight Mountain Time on the closing date.
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For more information contact:
State Agency:
Justice
P.O. Box 201404
Helena , MT 59620-1404
Phone: (406)444-7077
Fax: (406)444-1887
TTY: Montana Relay Service at 711
E-mail: dojapps@mt.gov
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Position
Number(s):
41125001
Openings:
1
Location:
Helena
Job Status:
Full-Time Permanent
Shift:
Daytime
Date Posted:
7/17/2012
Closing Date:
8/14/2012
Department:
Justice
Division:
Division of Criminal Investigation
Bureau:
Investigations Bureau
Union:
MPEA
Bargaining Unit:
048
Band/Grade:
07
State Application Required:
Yes
Salary:
$23.30
Salary Unit:
Hourly
Additional Salary Information:
Applicant Pool: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Special Information:
BENEFITS: Upon date of hire, employees are eligible for state paid premiums toward employee “core†medical, dental, and basic life insurance coverage. Dependent coverage and supplemental options are also available. Employees earn 15 working days of annual leave, 12 days of sick leave and 10-11 paid holidays each year. Membership in a Retirement System with a state contribution begins upon the first day of employment (vesting criteria applies). Flexible schedules may be considered.
The Montana Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer.
1. This is a sworn law enforcement position. Applicants must have current or prior law enforcement experience and be POST Certified. Applicant must submit a law enforcement training record. Applicants who do not provide this training information will not be considered for the position. If you are applying using a paper application please mail, e-mail, or fax a “listing†of your law enforcement training showing the date of training, name of course, source of training, and length of course. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR CERTIFICATES. This information must arrive before the closing date. Your application materials will be used to evaluate your written communication skills.
2. Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant but not requested by the employer will not be considered.
3. The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant’s qualifications may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the application, a structured interview, performance tests, and reference and background checks.
4. The successful applicant will be fingerprinted and must successfully pass a background and reference check.
Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:
Criminal History Background Check Driving Record Check
Duties:
This position works within the Investigations Bureau of the Division of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and is responsible for professional criminal investigations into allegations of felony violations of the Montana Criminal Codes.
This position is responsible for coordinating and conducting criminal investigations with city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies at their request. Investigations include, but are not limited to, organized crime activity, white-collar crime, corruption, official misconduct, theft, complex financial crimes and internal agency investigations.
Competencies:KNOWLEDGE:
The position requires extensive knowledge of law enforcement; investigative procedures; planning; report writing; coordinating the activities of multiple agencies and jurisdictions; Montana Codes Annotated (MCA) dealing with crimes (MCA, Title 45, "Crimes"), criminal procedure (MCA, Title 46, "Criminal Procedure"), rules of evidence (MCA, Title 26, Chapter 10, "Montana Rules of Evidence"), seizures related to contraband, criminal justice information and privacy/security regulations (MCA, Title 44, Chapter 5, "Criminal Justice Information"); family services (MCA, Title 52); Social Services and Institutions (MCA, Title 53); CFR 18 and 42; ARMs; and law enforcement and investigations including criminal justice information and rules of evidence.
Knowledgeable about firearms.
Knowledgeable regarding proper procedures for writing and executing search warrants and investigative subpoenas.
This position requires a thorough knowledge and understanding of overt investigative techniques and operations with a working knowledge and understanding of covert operations.
SKILL:
Skill in using all types of complicated equipment necessary to conduct criminal investigations; conducting overt investigations; operating equipment necessary to conduct overt investigations; making correct/legal and appropriate decisions in highly stressful situations; giving instructions/advice; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees; communicating effectively verbally and in writing; and in reviewing case plans and information.
Skilled in the use of firearms.
Skilled in drafting and presenting search warrants and investigative subpoenas to prosecutors and judges for review and issuance.
Education/Experience:
The above knowledge, skills and abilities are usually acquired through a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology or closely related field with coursework in criminal justice from an accredited college or university and 5 or more years of investigative experience with a minimum of two (2) years as a full-time investigator handling a variety of felony investigations comparable to those a state agent is expected to handle.
Firearms training is mandated for peace officer requirements and liability.
POST Law Enforcement Basic Certificate (or equivalent from other state) required.
Must meet eligibility requirements for the POST Law Enforcement Intermediate Certificate.Must have a valid driver’s license and meet the qualifications to operate a department vehicle or personal vehicle for department business, required by state and department policies.
This agency will accept alternative methods of obtaining necessary qualifications.
Two (2) years of college (preferably in a police science-related field) and six (6) years of investigative experience with a minimum of four (4) years as a full-time investigator handling a variety of investigations comparable to those a state agent is expected to handle;
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Eight (8) years of investigative experience with a minimum of four (4) years as a full-time investigator handling a variety of felony investigations comparable to those a state agent is expected to handle.
Supplemental Questions:
This supplement is required with the application. A resume will not be accepted in place of this question. Put your name, position # in which you are apply for, and date at the top of each page.
Please describe, in detail, your education and experience that qualify you to meet the qualifications for this position.
Additional Materials Required:
Other Required Materials (see Job Listing)
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