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Correctional Investigator - C4 - Warden

Columbus Consolidated Government
Columbus, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/19/2026
Major Duties and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for conducting investigations for the Muscogee County Prison.

  • Responsible for conducting investigations as directed by the Warden of the facility.
  • Responds to and processes crime scenes.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual Investigative Reports.
  • This position is responsible for conducting internal and external criminal investigations.
  • Conducts criminal investigations of incidents within the Muscogee County Prison.
  • Investigates a variety of incidents, including assaults, contraband discovery, possession of contraband, violation of oath, etc.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Warden.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

  • The Investigator will coordinate with state and local law enforcement agencies concerning any inappropriate acts or activities by staff members, officers, contract personnel, and civilians committed on prison grounds or involving an offender assigned to Muscogee County Prison.
  • Oversee contraband investigations, investigate intelligence, review videos, phone calls, and video visits as needed.
  • Present evidence to the Warden via reports, attend training as scheduled, and testify in court if summoned. Inventory and catalog evidence for storage or disposal.
  • Conduct P.R.E.A. (Prison Rape Elimination Act) investigations and report findings to appropriate staff.
  • Manage the assessment and classification of the prison gang population. Question: Conducts investigative reports by determining appropriate information, interviewing, researching, and performing other necessary duties to fully understand the nature of intelligence and information.
  • Write reports that explain findings from gathered intelligence and information.
  • May recommendation appropriate action to the Warden if necessary.
  • Acts as liaison between facility investigations, security, and other city departments.
  • Review reports written by officers involved in designated incidents utilizing intelligence and information.
  • Gather information related to security threat groups and validate gang members according to DOC guidelines.
  • Interviews facility staff, city staff, detail officers/inmates as needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing arrests, search and seizure, affidavits and warrants, and all aspects of law enforcement.
  • Knowledge of court procedures and civil processes.
  • Knowledge of the tools and techniques used in criminal investigations.
  • Knowledge of criminal arrest warrant procedures.
  • Knowledge of GCIC and NCIC rules and regulations.
  • Skill in interviewing witnesses and interrogating suspects.
  • Skill in the operation of a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
  • Skill in planning, organizing, problem-solving, and decision-making.
  • Skill in the use of office equipment.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.

Minimum Educational And Training Requirements

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Ten (10) years’ experience in correctional, jail and/or detention settings, which may be substituted by experience in a Criminal Justice-related field. Investigative certifications and background preferred. Must have/or be able to complete an approved investigative training program resulting in a certificate of satisfactory completion. Must hold or have the ability to obtain POST certification. Working knowledge of all applicable court orders. Working knowledge of CCG and DOC policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner. Ability to give instructions and have them carried out. Ability to write communications, documents, policies, courtroom defenses, and other required written correspondence. Ability to maintain a high tolerance for mental stress. Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions. Ability to oversee coordinated shakedowns, detail location searches, city vehicle searches, and work outdoors in varied climatic conditions when needed.

Physical Requirements

Required

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

  • Feeling – perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips.
  • Grasping – applying pressure to object with fingers, palm.
  • Handling – picking, holding, or working with whole hand.
  • Hearing 1 – perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information.
  • Hearing 2 – receive detailed information, make discrimination in sound.
  • Lifting – raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back.
  • Manual Dexterity – picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand.
  • Mental Acuity – ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning.
  • Reaching – extending hands or arms in any direction.
  • Repetitive Motion – substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers.
  • Speaking – expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely.
  • Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word.
  • Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading.
  • Visual Acuity 2 - color, depth perception, field of vision.
  • Visual Acuity 3 - determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures.
  • Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site.

The work is typically performed in an office and at crime scenes. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. The work may be performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather.

The Columbus Consolidated Government is proud to offer an exceptional compensation and benefits package. Benefits include the following:

  • Low-cost Medical Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Credit Union
  • Direct Deposit
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Vacation Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • PERK Time Off
  • Retirement Plan
  • Supplemental Retirement Plan
  • Free and Discounted Services
  • Employee Assistance Program

Take advantage of these free and discounted City Services offered to all City Employees.

  • Discounted Movie Tickets
  • Free Notary Services
  • Ride a Metra Bus for Free
  • Free Mulch
  • Free Fire/Safety Home Inspection
  • Driver's Training for Employee Dependents
  • Oxbow/Bull Creek Golf Course discounts
  • River Center Discounts
  • Cell Phone Carrier Discounts

Retirement Plan

The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a defined benefit retirement plan to eligible employees who work in General Government and in Public Safety. Employees in the pension plan must meet both age and years of service requirements to qualify for retirement. The current vesting period is ten years, and the current pension contribution rate is 8% of your gross salary.

Supplemental Retirement Plan

The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a Deferred Compensation Plan or supplemental retirement plan that is tax deferred. This plan allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary, before federal and state taxes, to a retirement account. Your compensation is more than a paycheck, it allows you to plan for your financial future as well.

01

Which best describes your level of education? (You will be asked to provide documentation)

  • No High School Diploma
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Technical College
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate's Degree

02

How many years of experience in this area do you have?

  • None
  • 0 - 1
  • 1 - 3
  • 3 - 5
  • 5 years or more

03

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you have knowledge of all applicable court orders, CCG / DOC policies and procedures and applicable state / federal laws?

  • Yes
  • No

05

Please list and explain any supervisory and/or management experience you have.

06

Are you Georgia POST Crime Scene Technician certified? If yes, please type "Yes" and provide certification information. If no, please type "No".

07

Please list any certification and/or licenses you hold related to this field.

  • Required Question

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