Detective: Investigations & Courtroom Pro

Liberty County Board of Commissioners; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(a) retirement plan with employer

13 paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick leave

Health, dental and vision insurance

Free term life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health & wellness program

Job summary

Liberty County Sheriff's Office in Georgia is accepting applications for the Detective position. The role involves investigating reported and suspected criminal activity, processing evidence from crime scenes, and providing testimony to assist prosecutors.

Duties include conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses, preserving evidence, testifying in court, and coordinating with other agencies. Applicants must be sworn Peace Officers; a degree is preferred; Georgia license required.

Qualifications

• Sworn Certified Peace Officer.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred; an associate’s degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Knowledge of criminal investigation methods.
• Knowledge of the judicial process and court procedures.
• Possession of a valid Georgia Class C driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Carries out investigations of assigned cases to determine the nature of criminal activity; identify and apprehend offenders.
• Responds to crime scenes, examines the scene to obtain clues and gather evidence.
• Interviews complainants, witnesses, victims, suspects, and informants in person and by telephone; obtain statements.
• Plans court presentations with prosecuting attorneys; presents evidence and information to the grand jury and court; testifies in court.

Skills

Criminal investigation

Evidence handling

Interview techniques

Court testimony

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred; associate degree or equivalent experience required

Tools

Firearms

Photography equipment

Job description

Liberty County Sheriff's Office in Georgia is accepting applications for the Detective position. The role involves investigating reported and suspected criminal activity, processing evidence from crime scenes, and providing testimony to assist prosecutors.

Duties include conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses, preserving evidence, testifying in court, and coordinating with other agencies. Applicants must be sworn Peace Officers; a degree is preferred; Georgia license required.