What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investigator position at Lubbock County?
Summary
The Investigator will be a TCOLE certified peace officer with a working knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and the legal system in general. The Investigator will be responsible for Criminal Investigations in Auto Theft, Burglary of a Motor Vehicle and related offenses in the task force 26 County region. An extensive background in all aspects of law enforcement enables the investigator to perform the duties required of this position. The Investigator will work with all local, state and federal Law Enforcement agencies throughout the region to accomplish the mission of the task force. The highest level of professionalism, integrity and discretion is a priority.
A cover letter and resume are required, and an intensive background check will be performed for applicants.
Essential Duties
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma or GED Certificate. TCOLE certified as a Texas Peace Officer with an advanced certification or intermediate certification with equivalent experience.
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABLITIES: To perform this job successfully, the applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Traffic Code, Family Code, Criminal investigation, crime prevention methods. Applicant must be self-motivated and able to work alone. Ability to safely operate vehicles, firearms, and specialized equipment and tools. Defensive tactics and the ability to physically restrain individuals: make decisions quickly: read and write reports, operate a computer, interpret laws, policies and procedures: recognize problems and recommend solutions. Establish a working relationship with all law enforcement agencies, the district attorney’s offices, departmental employees and the general public; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communications and maintain accurate records and reports. This position does require travel and a working knowledge of various computer programs. A thorough background will be conducted. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license and a good driving record.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an investigator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The essential functions require the investigator to regularly use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; bend and kneel; and talk and hear. The investigator must occasionally lift and/or move moderate to heavy objects. The investigator may be occasionally called upon to perform acts of intense physical exertion during emergency situations. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. The officer must also be constantly aware of and manage a professional appearance, and perform all duties in a professional manner.
WORK ENVIROMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will be required to work around and/or under motor vehicles, salvage yards, equipment and trailers.
DISCLAIMER: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Employer: Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
The Investigator will be a TCOLE certified peace officer with a working knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and the legal system in general. The Investigator will be responsible for Criminal Investigations in Auto Theft, Burglary of a Motor Vehicle and related offenses in the task force 26 County region. An extensive background in all aspects of law enforcement enables the investigator to perform the duties required of this position. The Investigator will work with all local, state and federal Law Enforcement agencies throughout the region to accomplish the mission of the task force. The highest level of professionalism, integrity and discretion is a priority.
A cover letter and resume are required, and an intensive background check will be performed for applicants.
Essential Duties
- Perform all duties as a peace Officer.
- Conduct criminal investigations.
- Interview suspects and witnesses.
- Draft and execute search warrants.
- Present cases to the various District and County Attorneys.
- Testify in courts throughout the region.
- Collaborate with multiple law enforcement agencies.
- Arrest or detain suspects.
- Assist in instructing law enforcement classes throughout the region.
- Conduct community events/crime prevention programs.
- Must be willing to respond after hours and/or weekends as needed.
- Proficiency in firearms.
- Perform all duties as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma or GED Certificate. TCOLE certified as a Texas Peace Officer with an advanced certification or intermediate certification with equivalent experience.
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABLITIES: To perform this job successfully, the applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Traffic Code, Family Code, Criminal investigation, crime prevention methods. Applicant must be self-motivated and able to work alone. Ability to safely operate vehicles, firearms, and specialized equipment and tools. Defensive tactics and the ability to physically restrain individuals: make decisions quickly: read and write reports, operate a computer, interpret laws, policies and procedures: recognize problems and recommend solutions. Establish a working relationship with all law enforcement agencies, the district attorney’s offices, departmental employees and the general public; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communications and maintain accurate records and reports. This position does require travel and a working knowledge of various computer programs. A thorough background will be conducted. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license and a good driving record.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an investigator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The essential functions require the investigator to regularly use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; bend and kneel; and talk and hear. The investigator must occasionally lift and/or move moderate to heavy objects. The investigator may be occasionally called upon to perform acts of intense physical exertion during emergency situations. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. The officer must also be constantly aware of and manage a professional appearance, and perform all duties in a professional manner.
WORK ENVIROMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will be required to work around and/or under motor vehicles, salvage yards, equipment and trailers.
DISCLAIMER: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Employer: Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.