What are the responsibilities and job description for the Criminal Investigator Part-time position at Wayne County NY?
$34.97 Hourly
Lyons - District Attorney
Part-Time
202600137
District Attorney
10/14/2026
Continuous
Description
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Conducts criminal investigations and cooperates with law enforcement officials in criminal cases; does related was as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a law enforcement position involving the investigation of criminal matters on behalf of the Wayne County District Attorney’s Office. The Investigator gathers evidence, conducts interviews, and substantiates facts in cases prepared for prosecution. The position operates under the direction of the District Attorney or a designated Assistant District Attorney.
Examples of Typical Duties
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)
- Assists in criminal investigation by gathering evidence and conducting interviews;
- Acts as liaison officer between the District Attorney's Office and the various municipal police agencies;
- Serves subpoenas in criminal cases;
- May be asked to accompany the various police agencies of the County on criminal raids;
- Maintains appropriate files on cases under investigation;
- Performs other investigative duties as directed by the District Attorney or a designated Assistant District Attorney.
Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics
Good knowledge of techniques and procedures in criminal investigations; good knowledge of laws governing arrests, rules of evidence and court procedures; skill in conducting criminal investigations; ability to gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence, to draw logical conclusions and make recommendations; ability to establish and maintain friendly and cooperative relations with law enforcement officers of other governmental agencies; keenness of observation; good judgment; good physical condition.
Minimum Qualifications
ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school and either:
- Nine (9) years of paid full-time, or its part-time equivalent, experience as a police officer involving specialized investigative work in physical crimes such as rape, robbery, homicide, arson, assault, or burglary; or
- Nine (9) years of paid full-time, or its part-time equivalent, experience as a police officer at the Sergeant
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.
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We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees may be eligible for some benefits depending on their particular Bargaining Unit Agreement. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
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