Sheriff's Office-Investigations Detective

Park County Government; Fairplay (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Park County Government is seeking a Sheriff’s Office Investigations Detective to perform specialized law enforcement work in crime investigations, narcotics trafficking, and related issues. The role requires responding to major crimes, supervising on-scene activity, and conducting follow-up investigations with attention to evidence handling and reporting.

Candidates must have three years of related experience, a Colorado driver’s license, POST certification, and strong knowledge of laws and

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible law enforcement related experience.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record.
• POST certification in the State of Colorado.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws; county geography and road networks.
• Knowledge of first aid and medical procedures.
• Knowledge of law enforcement vehicles and related equipment.
• Ability to make timely decisions under stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, in writing and over the radio.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and investigate major crimes and supervise law enforcement activities.
• Conduct follow-up investigations and prepare detailed reports.
• Assist the Detective Sergeant in all phases of investigations.
• Recover property, maintain investigative records and files.
• Perform surveillance in civilian clothing and conduct undercover operations as needed.
• Coordinate with other investigators and agencies to support investigations.
• Liaise with law enforcement agencies and provide on-the-job training to junior staff.
• Review investigations and recommend improvements as necessary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Skills

Criminal investigations

Evidence handling

Surveillance

Undercover work

Team collaboration

Decision making under stress

Crisis communication

Tools

Firearms handling

Job description

Sheriffs Office

Sheriff's Office-Investigations Detective

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs specialized law enforcement work in the investigation of crimes, narcotics trafficking, and related law enforcement problems.

Essential Functions And Duties

• Responds to, supervises, and investigates major crimes and participates in law enforcement activities; attends the scenes of crime to search for and preserve forensic and physical evidence
• Performs skilled investigative work involving alleged crimes against persons and property: conduct follow‑up investigations as necessary.
• Assist the Detective Sergeant in all phases of law enforcement investigations (criminal, civil, or internal) either as a special investigation or on a day‑to‑day basis.
• Recover lost or stolen property; prepares reports and maintains records or work performed; maintains a variety of investigative and related files.
• Performs surveillance duty and patrols in civilian clothing: develops and maintains informative contacts. Performs undercover investigations as necessary.
• Works with; advises and receives advice; from all members of this department building a team environment within his division: works closely with other investigators within his department and relays information pertaining to possible or potential criminal investigations within the county. Works closely with other agencies within and outside the county.
• Performs liaison work between and with other law enforcement agencies in and out of the county.
• Performs on‑the‑job training to other investigators, sergeants and deputies while conducting investigations.
• Reviews other investigations within his division and makes suggestions and recommendations when necessary.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Experience/Education

• Three years of progressively responsible law enforcement related experience

Licenses and Certificates

• Possess valid Colorado Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record
• POST certified in the State of Colorado

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of to learn local, state and federal laws; city and county ordinances
• Knowledge of first aid and medical procedures and practices
• Knowledge of County geography and surrounding areas including roads, streets, landmarks, building and similar features
• Knowledge of proper law enforcement principles, procedures and practice
• Knowledge of practices and methods of criminal investigation and identification
• Knowledge of and skill in use of law enforcement vehicles, fire arms and related law enforcement equipment, and principles and practices of self‑defence
• Ability to make decisions in a timely manner under critical or stressful situations
• Ability to understand and exchange verbal/written instruction or information and maintain a calm demeanor during time of crisis and when dealing with persons who may be hysterical, abusive, incoherent, intoxicated or excited.

Special Requirements

• Must be able to work assigned shifts to meet the needs of the Park County Sheriff’s Office to provide 24 hour/7 day per week coverage. This includes weekend, holiday and night shifts.
• Must be able to meet department proficiency standards for specialized equipment including:
• Firearms
• All offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of:
• Background Investigation
• Psychological Evaluation
• Physical Examination
• Carry Test: Wearing a 10 lb. duty belt carry a duty bag with equipment that weighs up to 50 lbs.
• Lift Test: Wearing a 10 lb. duty belt lift the partial weight of a person (75 lbs) from floor to a surface 36” high
• Dummy Drag: Drag a body for rescue or restraint; while wearing a 10 lb. duty belt drag a dummy weighing 189 lbs. for 30 feet
• Kneel/Crawl: Wearing a 10 lb. duty belt crawl through a low area such as a crawl space and kneel.
• Treadmill testing to 10 MET level
• Lumbar ROM Baseline
• Audiogram
• Drug Screen

Miscellaneous Information

Visual Acuity/Hearing/Speaking

• Ability to read and review documents, reports and training materials
• Ability to observe activities while on patrol and at crime scenes
• Ability to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
• Ability to regularly talk and hear; communicate effectively in person, in writing and over a radio or via telephone
• Ability to discuss situations and make presentations to the public and to testify in court

Physical Effort/Dexterity

• Must be in a physical condition to be able to perform a high level of sustained physical activity
• Ability to occasionally climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and to reach with hands and arms
• Ability to restrain a suspect/prisoner
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and various types of computers
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle

Work Environment: The County is rural with paved and unpaved mountain roads. Environmental conditions of the position may include exposure on an occasional basis to fumes, odors, gases, explosives and air/blood borne diseases. Work is frequently conducted outside in hot/cold temperatures and wet/dry conditions. Extreme wind, snow and ice conditions occur during winter months. There is moderate exposure to loud noises.

Crime Scene Chain Of Command

• First deputy on scene is in charge of that scene and is commander of that crime scene until he relinquishes the scene to another deputy, sergeant, investigator or superior officer.
• Any deputy, sergeant or investigator who takes command of any crime scene will be responsible to bring that investigation to a conclusion consisting of the collection and preservation of evidence and the responsibility of maintaining the record and submitting the entire investigative package to the District Attorney.
• If not prepared to take total control, don’t take command of a crime scene.

Work Schedule: Work is performed on a 12‑hour shift schedule.

The above information describes the general nature, level and type of work required of the employee for this job. This summary is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel. Duties, responsibilities and activities may be changed at any time with or without notice. This job description supersedes any prior version.