Priority Crime Specialised Investigation Investigator : Projects And Operations (Captain)

South African Police Service; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to maintaining public safety and justice. As a Priority Crime Specialised Investigation Investigator, you will play a crucial role in managing investigations and leading a team of professionals. Your expertise in asset forfeiture investigations will be vital in tracing and locating properties, gathering evidence, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are passionate about law enforcement and have the necessary qualifications, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in at least two official languages, including English.
• Relevant courses in the field may be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage operational responsibilities of a group of investigators.
• Conduct asset forfeiture investigations and gather evidence.
• Supervise and control human, physical, and financial resources.

Skills

Investigation Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

Diploma/Degree in Policing/Law/Forensic Investigation

Job description

Job title : Priority Crime Specialised Investigation Investigator : Projects and Operations (Captain)

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria Deadline : May 11, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Generic Requirements :

• Applicant must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post;
• Be in possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12);
• Be proficient in at least two (2) official languages, of which one (1) must be English;
• Must be a South African citizen;
• Must have no previous criminal / departmental convictions or criminal or departmental cases pending;
• Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening;
• Be in possession of at least a valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence
• Must not have tattoos which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service;
• Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage.

Additional requirements :

• A three (3) year Diploma / Degree (SAQA accredited on NQF level 6 or higher) in Policing / Law / Forensic Investigation / Accounting or related field of study with two (2) years relevant experience in the field of the post of which one (1) year should be on supervisory level.

Core Functions :

• Complying with policy, standards and procedures in the field of responsibility;
• Investigate and manage the operational responsibilities of a group of investigators;
• Conducting of asset forfeiture investigations (the tracing and locating of property, obtaining of statements, compiling and submission of subpoenas, collecting and collating of information / documents, etc);
• Gather information and evidence for profiling of suspects;
• Compiling a detailed statement of investigation conducted for submission to the AFU Advocate, NPA.
• Liaison with role players and stakeholders regarding asset forfeiture investigations;
• Giving evidence in court, when necessary;
• Conducting inspections on case files assigned to the group;
• Presenting case files for inspection as per instructions and prescripts;
• Administering the case files relating to asset forfeiture investigations in terms of the prescripts;
• Attending to crime scenes to gather evidence to be utilised in asset forfeiture investigations;
• Attending of operational meetings pertaining to asset forfeiture investigations,
• Utilising resources as per the prescripts, instructions and directives;
• Record all investigation conducted as per the prescript of SAPS, DPCI and PCSI;
• Overseeing conformation to- and applying standards for information security, as prescribed by the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and Protection of Information Act;
• Supervise and exercise control over human, physical and financial resources allocated to the environment.