Criminal Investigative & Discovery Specialist

City of Arvada; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Arvada is seeking an experienced Investigative Specialist to support the Patrol and Investigations Bureaus. This role focuses on criminal case management, discovery coordination, investigative support, and prosecution preparation while upholding Colorado law and Rule 16 requirements.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, analytical, and able to handle sensitive information with competing deadlines in a fast-paced law enforcement environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher required; field preferred.
• CJIS Certification preferred or required.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Experience handling criminal case documents and discovery materials.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison between Arvada Police Department and District Attorney’s Offices for multiple districts and the Municipal Court.
• Manages deadlines for charging documents, court hearings, directives, and Colorado Rules of Criminal Procedure.
• Communicates with evidence personnel, crime lab staff, medical facilities, and other agencies to coordinate cases.
• Organizes, reviews, and amends case filings for prosecution readiness.
• Obtains and manages discovery materials ensuring compliance with Colorado Rule 16 and related policies.

Skills

Criminal case management

Discovery coordination

Prosecution preparation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

CJIS Certification

Job description

The City of Arvada is seeking an experienced Investigative Specialist to support the Patrol and Investigations Bureaus. This role focuses on criminal case management, discovery coordination, investigative support, and prosecution preparation while upholding Colorado law and Rule 16 requirements.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, analytical, and able to handle sensitive information with competing deadlines in a fast-paced law enforcement environment.