OAG - Sex Offender Apprehension Unit | Sergeant | 27-0090

State of Texas; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Criminal Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) seeks a Sergeant for investigative law enforcement work in the Arlington Sex Offender Apprehension Unit. The role involves conducting criminal investigations of violations of state and federal statutes and requires face-to-face work at an OAG location with team collaboration.

Education includes high school graduation and sixty college credits in criminal justice or related field; substitution rules apply.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent required.
• Sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or a closely related field; may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations of violations of state and federal statutes.
• Perform in-person work at the OAG location and collaborate with coworkers.
• Lead and prioritize tasks, and train staff as needed.

Skills

Investigative techniques

Oral & written communication

Judgment & decision making

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sixty credit hours in criminal justice or related field

Job description

The Criminal Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Sergeant whose work will involve investigative law enforcement work. Work involves investigative work within the Arlington Sex Offender Apprehension Unit. Work includes conducting criminal investigations of violations of various state and federal statutes. 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, and meeting deadlines 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 work space 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 50% 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: Fugitive Investigations Knowledge: Agency rules, policies, and procedures Skills: Advanced use of interview and interrogation skills Abilities: The ability to investigate complex cases