CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR 2

State of Louisiana; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Juvenile Justice in Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie, LA, seeks a Criminal Investigator 2 to lead investigations into criminal violations, youth abuse, and staff misconduct. You will gather evidence, interview witnesses, prepare clear reports, and ensure compliance with state and federal standards.

The role requires POST certification readiness, strong communication, and discretion. Expect collaboration with leadership, external partners, and law enforcement while maintaining sensitive

Qualifications

• One year of investigatory experience as a commissioned officer plus one of the following: two years in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence, OR twelve hours in law enforcement or a criminal justice field.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Holder of a current Louisiana driver''s license.
• Willingness to attain POST certification.
• Disqualification for felony conviction or pending felony indictments; no recent hit-and-run or DUI within three years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into criminal violations, staff misconduct, youth abuse allegations, and policy breaches.
• Review evidence including video footage, documents, and physical items following proper protocols.
• Interview involved parties; conduct interrogations and make arrests when directed.
• Prepare investigative reports and document findings in required databases and systems.
• Monitor communications to identify escapes or criminal activity.
• Apply investigative techniques to ensure compliance with standards and procedures.
• Interpret and implement policy; assist with developing procedures for Investigative Services.
• Serve as a resource for leadership, auditors, attorneys, and stakeholders; provide updates on case status.
• Maintain investigative records, case files, and audit documentation.
• Support major incidents with emergencies, coordinating with external agencies.

Skills

Strong communication

Excellent report writing

Discretion and integrity

POST-certified officer

Education

Criminal justice coursework

Tools

Evidence handling procedures

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie

1536 Bordelon Rd., Bunkie, LA 71322

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Criminal Investigator 2 to support Investigative Services through thorough, objective, and policy-driven investigative work. In this role, you will conduct investigations into criminal violations, staff misconduct, youth abuse allegations, and violations of departmental policies and procedures. You will gather and analyze evidence, interview witnesses and involved parties, review video footage, prepare clear investigative reports, and document findings in required systems.

As a POST-certified law enforcement professional, you will also support daily unit operations, assist with policy and procedure development, coordinate responses to inquiries from leadership and external partners, and provide expert guidance on investigative standards. This position requires strong communication skills, excellent report writing, and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and integrity.

You will serve as a key resource for agency leadership, collaborate with law enforcement and legal partners, respond to major incidents, and ensure investigative practices meet state, federal, and agency requirements. Your work will directly support safety, accountability, and compliance across the organization.

• One year of experience in investigatory work while employed as a commissioned law enforcement officer plus one of the following:
  • Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; OR
  • Twelve hours in law enforcement or a criminal justice field.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
• An applicant will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony or if there are any indictments or bills of information pending against him or her in which felony charges are included; or if he or she has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Conduct investigations into criminal violations, staff misconduct, youth abuse allegations, and policy breaches.
• Review evidence including video footage, documents, and physical items while following proper evidence-handling protocols.
• Interview involved parties such as youth, staff, witnesses, and alleged perpetrators; conduct interrogations and make arrests when directed.
• Prepare investigative reports and document findings in required databases and systems.
• Monitor communication systems to identify potential escapes or criminal activity.
• Apply investigative techniques to bring cases to a logical conclusion and ensure compliance with departmental, state, and federal standards.
• Interpret and implement policy and assist with developing procedures for Investigative Services.
• Serve as a resource for leadership, auditors, attorneys, and other stakeholders; provide updates on case status.
• Maintain investigative records including case files, correspondence, disciplinary reviews, and audit documentation.
• Support major incidents by remaining available for emergencies, coordinating with external agencies, conducting audits, training staff, and participating in escape-tracking efforts.

Position-Specific Details

Work Location: This vacancy is located at Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full Time, Probational

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)

Contact

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Garilyn London

OJJ/ Human Resources

[e-mail]

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check.