OAG - Criminal Investigations | Sergeant | 27-0011

State of Texas; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Criminal Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) seeks a Sergeant to perform investigative law enforcement work within the Child Exploitation Unit. This grant-funded position conducts criminal investigations of state and federal statutes and prepares cases for prosecution.

The role requires four years of investigative experience, strong knowledge of relevant statutes, and the ability to work in person at the OAG workspace, with significant travel and physical

Qualifications

• Grad from high school or equivalent; 60 college credits in criminal justice or related field.
• Four years of full-time law enforcement investigative experience.
• Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and other applicable statutes.
• Ability to work in person at OAG workspace and travel up to 70%; strong physical fitness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and prepare cases for prosecution.
• Lead and train officers within the unit.
• Collaborate with federal and state agencies on investigations.
• Travel up to 70% as required.

Skills

Investigative leadership

Oral and written communication

Decision making

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits in criminal justice or related field

Master Peace Officer License (TCOLE)

Tools

Forensic tools

Job description

The Criminal Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Sergeant that performs investigative law enforcement work. Work involves investigative work within the Child Exploitation Unit. Work includes conducting criminal investigations of violations of various state and federal statutes. This is grant funded position The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State¿s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent Education: Sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or a closely related field; experience in the following (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis: investigative law enforcement Experience: Four years of full-time law enforcement investigative experience Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and other applicable state and federal statutes Skill in researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations Skill in applying investigative techniques and procedures to assigned cases Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, meeting deadlines AND maintaining a high caseload Skill in effective oral and written communication Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave) Ability to achieve 64% or better of VO2 max on the 2000-meter row utilizing a Concept 2 Rower or meet a minimum score of 64% for their age and/or gender when performing the 500 Meter Row or the 4 Minute Row. Ability to use and care for firearms; to use intermediate impact weapons and Oleoresin Capsicum spray; to use physical tactics; to conduct investigations; to evaluate, analyze, and investigate allegations of wrongdoing; to prepare reports; to prepare criminal cases for prosecution; to communicate effectively; and to train, lead, and/or prioritize the work of others Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs. Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 70% Certifications: Must be certified as a Texas peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Licensure: Must possess a valid driver's license Education: Master Peace Officer License (TCOLE) Experience: Ability to investigate Internet Crimes Against Children Knowledge: Agency rules, policies, procedures and basic understanding of technology-based crimes Skills: Advanced use of interview, interrogation skills and knowledge of basic forensic tools Abilities: The ability to investigate complex cases