Definition
ABOUT THE ASSIGNMENT:
Salary $58.37 - $70.95 Hourly
This is a temporary, short-term assignment. Under the terms of the City’s benefits plan and policies, incumbents will not be eligible for City benefits due to the provisional, temporary, short-term duration of the assignment. Provisional appointments with the City are “at will.” The temporary assignment is for no definite term but is subject to the provisions set forth in the Azusa Rules of the Civil Service System Sections 2.40 Provisional Appointment and 4.2.10 Provisional Employees (currently set at a maximum of 960 hours per Fiscal Year).
DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Online applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 3, 2024. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close after it has been open for a minimum of five (5) business days without notice once the department's needs have been met. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs police civilian investigations involving data collection, interviewing of witnesses, suspects, victims, and specialists, the analysis of evidence, and the presentation of findings and reports used in the prosecution of crime; prepares and coordinates press releases; serves in other special assignments; performs related duties as required.
Essential Functions
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Police Civilian Investigator is professional-level classification assigned to the Operations Division within the Police Department. The incumbent manages information regarded confidential and sensitive and is tasked with preparing search warrants and gathering and cataloguing evidence to be used for investigative cases.
SUPERVISION EXCERCISED
Receives supervision from the Police Department Operational Division Supervisor; exercises no supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Determines appropriate analytical methods and information-gathering processes that are relevant to the particular cases.
- Collects, packages, and books evidence; researches and obtains required information and data for particular case; prepares search warrants and establishes other law enforcement agencies that should be involved in the cases.
- Interviews witnesses, victim, suspects and specialists in order to understand the nature of the crime, probable causes, motives, and potential violations of criminal and civil law.
- Prepares and shows photo line-ups to identify potential suspects; research local, State and federal databases.
- Writes police reports to document findings, including supplemental reports, crime reports, and property reports.
- Discusses findings and alternatives with other police personnel in preparing cases and evidence, and provides referrals to other agencies.
- Testifies in Court proceedings.
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualification Guidelines
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
- Education: HS/GED. Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field is preferred. A bachelor’s degree is highly desirable.
- Experience: Three (3) years of field investigative experience involving public contact for a police or criminal investigation agency.
Licenses or Certification
- Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
- A citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.
- At least 21 years of age at time of appointment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
- California Penal Code and applicable civil codes.
- General investigation procedures.
- Crime elements specific to particular cases.
- Protocols involving sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence.
- Investigative tactics.
- Effective interviewing techniques.
- Financial, statistical, and comparative analysis methods.
- Case management practices.
- Report writing procedures and general office procedures.
Ability
- Use a computer and enter data at an acceptable rate.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Interpret, apply, and explain department policies, rules, laws, and regulations.
- Learn radio codes.
- Train other department personnel as directed.
- Write clear and accurate reports/correspondence.
- Use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Perform a variety of clerical duties.
- Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
- Observe and accurately recall names, faces, and details of incidents.
- Work independently.
- Learn state and local laws and apply to a given set of circumstances.
Special Requirements
Due to the highly confidential and sensitive nature of this position, candidates will be required to undergo and successfully complete a thorough background, polygraph and psychological screening in addition to the standard pre-employment examination process.
Special Requirements/Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
These are position functions which may be changed, deleted, or reassigned to accommodate an individual with a disability.
Environmental Conditions
- Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting and in the field.
- Work in the field includes driving to attend meetings at police facilities, travel to and from crime scene and interview locations, and appearances at court proceedings.
- Interface with victims, suspects, and repeat offenders.
- Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends from time-to-time.
Physical Conditions
- Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
- Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
- Lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight.
- Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
- Verbally communicate to exchange information.
Some requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:You can apply for this position online clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this page. If this is the first time you are applying using our online application system, you will need to create a Username and Password. (If you have previously applied for a position using the NEOGOV system and already have a Username and Password set up, you do not need to do this again to apply--just login and start building your application). Once you have established your account and log in to the system, you can begin building your application by clicking on the "Build Job Application" link. Your application can be saved and used to apply for additional or future job openings with the City of Azusa.
Applications must be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. Applications that are submitted without a resume, or have unanswered supplemental questions, may be deemed incomplete. Your application must include at least ten years of employment history (assuming you have been employed for ten years). List most recent experience first. Carefully account for all employment, paid or unpaid. Provide each change of title or promotion separately. You must also include your reason for leaving each job. A minimum of three professional references must be included in your application (include people who would have knowledge of your professional qualifications). DO NOT list relatives.
Applications will be reviewed and those candidates whose applications indicate that they are most qualified will be invited to continue on in the process. The selection process may consist of: Application Evaluation (Qualifying), Written Exam, and/or Panel Oral Interview.
The City of Azusa is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is dedicated to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact the Human Resources at (626) 812-5183 prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
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