Police Investigator

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 81,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a Police Investigator to conduct thorough investigations and ensure compliance with crime reporting regulations. This role involves analyzing crime statistics, coordinating with law enforcement, and managing safety assessments within the campus community. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong investigative experience and knowledge in criminal justice.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting criminal and administrative investigations.
• Strong analytical skills for crime statistics and threat assessments.
• Knowledge of compliance with Clery Act regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal investigations and assess threats against the University community.
• Prepare incident reports, analyze crime statistics, and ensure Clery Act compliance.
• Liaise with law enforcement and oversee crime scene investigations.

Skills

Criminal Investigation

Crime Analysis

Threat Assessment

Report Writing

Communication

Education

Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

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Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of University Police Services, Emergency Management, and Transportation Programs, the Police Investigator conducts criminal, administrative and internal investigations for the American University Police Department (AUPD). The incumbent thoroughly assesses threats against the University community and collaborates with other AUPD units, AU offices, and liaises with outside law enforcement agencies. The Investigator recommends appropriate response measures and action items for threat assessments, crime trends and administrative investigations to senior leadership in AUPD. In addition, the Police Investigator will manage daily and annual Clery compliance regulations and conduct crime analysis. The Police Investigator works collaboratively with various offices at the university to ensure the institution’s compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and associated regulations. The Investigator reviews incident reports, collects and analyzes crime statistics, writes and publishes incident notifications, daily crime logs, student conduct violation filings, crime alerts and the Annual Security Report. The incumbent controls all aspects of an assigned investigation, including associated crime scenes and assisting personnel. Essential functions include investigating reports of criminal activity on campus, conducting comprehensive investigations including interviewing victims, suspects and witnesses, obtaining warrants, filing student conduct charges, assisting law enforcement agencies, investigating administrative incidents, completing background investigations, assessing threats, coordinating Clery Act compliance, preparing reports, maintaining records, serving as liaison with law enforcement, preparing weekly reports, filing student conduct violations, notifying Title IX Office, and developing investigative policies. The position requires working various hours including nights and weekends, and being on-call for emergency situations.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Higher Education

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