Detective: Investigations & Case Work

City of El Paso, Texas; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of El Paso, Texas is seeking police officers who can perform technical services including investigations, identification work, and community relations duties. Candidates must hold a Basic Peace Officer License (TCOLE) and a Texas driver’s license by appointment, with a path for lateral entry after 2021 requiring four years as a commissioned officer with EPPD.

Successful applicants will conduct investigations in compliance with laws, obtain statements, gather evidence, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Basic Peace Officer License issued by TCOLE and Texas Driver's License by time of appointment.
• Lateral entry requires four years as a commissioned officer with EPPD.
• Minimum 45 accredited college hours completed within three years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations in accordance with federal, state, county and city laws.
• Collect evidence, photographs, and fingerprints for casework and court use.
• Perform surveillance, interview witnesses, and prepare reports and statements.
• Coordinate with other agencies to exchange information and support investigations.
• Provide witness and victim preparation and court testimony as required.

Skills

Investigation

Community relations

Identification procedures

Interviewing

Education

Peace Officer License (TCOLE)

Driver's License (Texas)

45 accredited college hours within 3 years

Job description

City of El Paso, Texas is seeking police officers who can perform technical services including investigations, identification work, and community relations duties. Candidates must hold a Basic Peace Officer License (TCOLE) and a Texas driver’s license by appointment, with a path for lateral entry after 2021 requiring four years as a commissioned officer with EPPD.

Successful applicants will conduct investigations in compliance with laws, obtain statements, gather evidence, and coordinate with