Civilian Investigator - Case Management (Fixed Term Benefitted)

City of Peoria, Arizona; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Four 10-hour shifts

Full benefits

Job summary

The City of Peoria, Arizona Police Department seeks a detail-oriented Civilian Investigator to support the Case Management Unit. You will handle criminal records, disposition reconciliation, and compliance reporting, owning the Final Disposition Reporting workflow and coordinating with AZDPS and courts.

This full-time position offers a four-ten-hour shift schedule, comprehensive municipal employee coverage, and opportunities to collaborate with regional agencies while maintaining accurate case

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduation or equivalency.
• Experience: 2 years in the same or similar position.
• Licenses/Certifications: Arizona Class "D" Driver's License upon hire; background check incl. polygraph; AZDPS certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Case Research using local, state, and federal databases.
• Backlog reduction by comparing police reports with court outcomes and submitting correction forms to AZDPS.
• Coordinate with external judicial stakeholders, courts, and prosecutorial agencies for case input and secure sharing of records.
• Maintain electronic case history logs and update notes in the internal police database.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

AZDPS familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AZDPS system

Job description

Application Deadline:

October 18, 2026

Salary Range:

Min $30.47 - Mid $34.09 - Max $37.71

To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here.

Department:

Police

Minimum Requirements:

Education : High school graduation or equivalency

Experience : 2 years' experience. Considerable previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions.

Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements

• Valid Arizona Class "D" Driver's License upon hire.
• Full Police Department background check required, including polygraph.
• Attainment of Arizona State Criminal Justice Information Systems Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire.

Position Overview

The Peoria Police Department is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical Civilian Investigator to provide specialized operational support within the Case Management Unit (CMU). Operating within the Criminal Investigations Division, this professional staff position focuses on criminal records integrity, disposition reconciliation, and state/national compliance reporting.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the department’s Final Disposition Reporting (FDR) workflow, cross-referencing court records against arrest reports to systematically eliminate open disposition backlogs. The investigator serves as a crucial inter-agency liaison between the Peoria Police Department, the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS), municipal and county courts, and prosecutorial agencies to ensure the accurate, timely sharing of criminal history records.

Position Dynamics & Schedule

The Police Civilian Investigator is a full-time, professional staff position within the Criminal Investigations Division, Case Management Unit.

• Schedule: Operates on a stable, compressed workweek consisting of four ten-hour shifts.
• Benefits: This is a fully benefited position offering comprehensive municipal employee coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Case Research: Utilize complex local, state, and federal law enforcement databases to conduct comprehensive criminal records research.
• Records Optimization & Backlog Reduction: Evaluate police reports against court outcomes (convictions, dismissals, or turn-downs), complete required correction forms, and submit them to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) to systematically reduce the department’s open disposition backlog.
• Inter-Agency Coordination: Partner and coordinate seamlessly with external judicial stakeholders, municipal courts, and juvenile agencies to secure necessary case input and facilitate the secure sharing of criminal history records.
• Operational Excellence: Maintain precise electronic case history logs, scan and attach disposition reports into the internal police database, update case activity notes, and perform additional duties as assigned to support unit continuity.

Qualifications

• Exceptional Technical Precision: Strong administrative accuracy and acute attention to detail required for data entry, case management, and digital evidence tracking.
• Strategic Communication: Advanced interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse external legal agencies, court staff, and internal department members.
• System Familiarity: Prior experience or familiarity navigating complex law enforcement databases (such as AZDPS), legal compliance mandates, and judicial/prosecutorial workflows.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in criminal investigations and a proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service. Operating in a high-stakes environment, they must possess the adaptability to balance shifting priorities, handle complex tasks, and manage time efficiently to meet strict departmental and legal objectives.

We are looking for a candidate who can work seamlessly as an independent producer while maintaining a strong commitment to team collaboration and unit cohesion. They should possess demonstrated experience building trusted, positive relationships with both internal staff and external stakeholders, backed by a genuine passion for law enforcement and making a meaningful impact within the Peoria community.

To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here. Please note this is a Fixed-Term (Contract) position that is eligible for benefits.

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community’s needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.

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