Police Investigative Technician

City of Lakewood; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lakewood seeks an Investigative Technician to provide administrative and technical support to the Police Department, aiding investigations, case filings, and evidentiary exhibits.

The role requires knowledge of police procedures, strong interviewing and written communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks with confidentiality. In-office work with some remote flexibility after probation is considered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years administrative experience.
• Experience in the police environment is preferred.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish-speaking) is a desired qualification.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Takes initial reports by interviewing victims and witnesses and gathers case facts.
• Assists with construction of case files for presentation to the District Attorney’s Office.
• Duplicates electronic media for DA filing and discovery purposes.
• Processes and books physical evidence according to policies.
• Reviews files and prepares necessary supplemental reports.
• Receives subpoenas and may testify in court.
• Performs CCIC/NCIC queries and uses related police databases.
• Collaborates with other law enforcement agencies as needed.
• Supports sworn personnel in execution of search warrants and evidence collection.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interviewing skills

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NCIC/CCIC

Pawn Reporting Software

Police report writing program

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

HIRING RANGE: $32.36 - $35.96/hour

The work schedule for this position will be primarily in-person with limited remote work opportunity after successful completion of the probationary period. Remote work opportunities are subject to change based on business needs.

The Investigative Technicians serves in a non-sworn capacity as administrative and technical support to an assigned division within the Police Department and aids with investigations, preparation of case filings, and evidentiary exhibits. The Investigative Technicians are responsible for maintaining working knowledge of police informational databases, audio and visual recording systems, computer software, crime scene evidence collection, evidence preservation, and courtroom display for the purpose of enhancing investigations while alleviating detective workload.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Takes initial reports by interviewing victims, witnesses, by obtaining the facts concerning the case and conducts some follow-up investigations.
• Assists with construction of case files for presentation to the District Attorney’s Office (DA).
• Duplicates various electronic media for distribution to the DA’s Office for filing and discovery purposes. This includes copies of reports, interviews, copies of photographs, and copies of photographic contact sheets.
• Processes, seizes, and books physical evidence in accordance with department policies and procedures and rules of criminal evidence.
• Reviews files and completes necessary supplemental reports on cases.
• Receives subpoenas to testify in court and may be required to do so regarding case investigations.
• Conducts computer work to include query and entry on the CCIC System, criminal histories, warrants, report writing, evidence and case management systems, DMV query and request for photographs, and send teletypes to other jurisdictions in state and out of state requesting information.
• Contacts other law enforcement agencies to collaborate or provide information.
• Supports sworn personnel in the execution of search warrants, photographing and documenting evidence collection on scene.
• Other duties as assigned, specific to the unit of assignment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of police procedures, police computer systems, and criminal law.
• Good judgement and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent interviewing skills.
• Detail oriented and good organization skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Respect for and ability to work with a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Excellent phone etiquette.

Technology Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more-years administrative experience.
• Experience in the police environment is a preferred qualification.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish-speaking) is a desired qualification.

Certification/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
• Ability to be NCIC/CCIC certified within six-months of hire.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting and Carrying The ability to lift/move objects such as files and boxes weighing up to 30 pounds from one location to another.
• Body positions Work is performed in an office environment, with some moving about within the Police Department and other outlying locations. Extended periods of sitting, as well as reaching, stretching, bending, and stooping. Position requires the ability to input large amounts of data using repetitive motion on a consistent daily basis.

Hearing

• Hearing sufficient to converse over the telephone and in person, to hear audible signals from computer and office equipment and surrounding environment.

Vision

• Vision Employee uses vision to enter data into computer, read handwriting and various reports and documents.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Mathematics Employee uses basic adding, subtraction, multiplication and division to figure data for cases and maintain statistics relative to pawn shops.
• Remembering Must have the ability to remember and use policies, procedures and regulations pertinent to the position and to remember and follow instructions given by supervisor.
• Language Ability Must be able to read, interpret and comprehend various documents and be able to speak the English language in order to communicate with citizens, co-workers, pawn shop business personnel and others.
• Reasoning Must have the ability to apply common sense, understanding and good judgment in making decisions relevant to the position and manage multiple tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work involves extensive telephone contact, as well as in-person contact with pawn shop business owners/workers, citizens, and co-workers. Work involves large caseloads, frequent contact with irate or upset crime victims or witnesses the level of responsibility, and the consequence for error. Work is performed largely in an office environment with regular visits to pawn shops in the metro area. All Lakewood employees are expected to work and complete all tasks in a safe manner consistent with training, standard operating procedures, City or Department policies, and common sense.
• Working in a safe manner includes the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all City and/or Department safety rules. Horseplay on-the-job is strictly forbidden. The failure to work in a safe manner, use PPE, follow standard operating procedure or comply with a safety rule will result adverse employment consequences ranging from verbal discipline to termination from employment, including any applicable reduction in benefits under the Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act.
• Employees are also expected to encourage safe work practices by all co-employees, and to report any unsafe work practices immediately to a supervisor.

Equipment Used

• Telephone
• NCIC/CCIC computer terminal
• Pawn Reporting Software
• City Computer Microsoft Windows and Word
• Police report writing program
• Photocopier
• City Vehicle
• Calculator
• Police Radio
• Must successfully complete and maintain required state or departmental physical standards and certifications.

The City of Lakewood is a drug‑free workplace that provides employment opportunities in compliance with all pertinent federal, state, and local laws. All Lakewood employees are expected to work and complete all tasks in a safe manner consistent with training, standard operating procedures, City or Department policies, and common sense. Working in a safe manner includes the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all City and/or Department safety rules. Horseplay on-the-job is strictly forbidden. The failure to work in a safe manner, use PPE, follow standard operating procedure, or comply with a safety rule will result adverse employment consequences ranging from verbal discipline to termination from employment, including any applicable reduction in benefits under the Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act. Employees are also expected to encourage safe work practices by all co-employees, and to report any unsafe work practices immediately to a supervisor.

The City of Lakewood celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas of our workforce. Accordingly, the city is committed to creating, nurturing and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our community and employees.

Pay Range $27.66-$35.96 Background and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions.

Lakewood is full of possibilities for businesses, residents and visitors with innovative approaches, community collaboration, a strong financial foundation and healthy local economy. The city serves as a gateway to outdoor adventures while also providing a 10-minute commute to the heart of the metropolitan area. Much of Lakewood’s charm derives from neighborhoods as varied as horse properties, live/work units for artists, urban-style lofts and traditional homes. Lakewood has dedicated one-quarter of the land in the city to parks and open space, providing for a healthy, active lifestyle. The city also provides a comprehensive array of services, and we are home to global and national companies while also having a robust array of small businesses. We’re an All‑America City connected to the metro area with the latest technology and multiple transportation options.

Access Lakewood

The City of Lakewood offers a robust benefits package. The following applies only to regular full-time and part-time positions.

• Medical Cigna HDHP with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Kaiser Permanente DHMO with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental Delta Dental PPO plus Premier Plan
• Vision Vision Service Plan (VSP)
• Life Insurance Employees are covered for 1.5 times their annual base salary in life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment, up to a maximum of $500,000 (the minimum benefit is $50,000). The city pays the cost of this coverage.
• Pension Our pension fund is a social security replacement, money purchase plan. Mandatory employee contribution is 11% of gross base salary; city contribution is 13% of gross base salary.
• Sick Leave Full-time employees earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees earn 6 hours per month.
• Vacation Full-time employees with less than five years of service earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees with less than five years of service earn 6 hours per month.
• City Holidays Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Deferred Compensation
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Injury Leave
• Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Military Leave
• Jury Duty
• Tuition Assistance
• Credit Union
• Recreation Facilities Employees are eligible for free general admission into the city’s recreation centers, swimming pools and Bear Creek Lake Park.
• Wellness Programs
• Value-Added Benefits