OAG - Criminal Investigations | Sergeant | 24-0822

Job Description

REVISED 08/25/2024

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

GRANT FUNDED

The Criminal Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), is seeking a Sergeant Investigator in the Cold Case and Missing Persons Unit to conduct investigations. Regular communication and collaboration with multiple outside agencies. Assists unit in evaluating incoming case referrals related to grant criteria. Excellent record keeping skills are essential. Strong organization skills preferred. Prior experience with grant reporting or data compilation is helpful. Prior experience in the investigation of homicides is preferred.

The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

• Conducts undercover investigations and surveillance operations
• Conducts background and personal history investigations, reviews records, and verifies information
• Documents the investigative process by preparing records and reports
• Evaluates and summarizes legal aspects of investigations, recommending action as appropriate
• Identifies, gathers, and examines evidence, including complex records of individuals, associates, and corporations
• Locates, contacts, and interviews potential witnesses and suspects
• Obtains and prepares affidavits, statements, and confessions
• Participates in raids, searches, manhunts, and other operations; and makes arrests
• Participates in executing court orders, warrants, and subpoenas
• Testifies as a witness in trials or formal hearings, and provides trial assistance to lead attorney as requested
• Works closely with Cold Case and Missing Persons staff to handle and gather information for grant reporting purposes
• Performs related work as assigned
• Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
• Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
• Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Education: Sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or a closely related field; experience in the following (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis: investigative law enforcement
• Experience: Four years of full-time law enforcement investigative experience
• Certifications: Must be certified as a Texas peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and other applicable state and federal statutes
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
• Skill in effective oral and written communication
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
• Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
• Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
• Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
• Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
• Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 50%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the investigation of homicide. Experience/training in DNA/forensic investigative genetic genealogy.
• Knowledge of agency rules, policies, and procedures
• Skill in researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations; in applying investigative techniques and procedures to assigned cases; and in the use of a computer and applicable software
• Ability to use and care for firearms; to use intermediate impact weapons and Oleoresin Capsicum spray; to use physical tactics; to conduct investigations; to evaluate, analyze, and investigate allegations of wrongdoing; to prepare reports; to prepare criminal cases for prosecution; to communicate effectively; and to train, lead, and/or prioritize the work of others
• Other Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak Spanish

TO APPLY

To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_LawEnforcement.pdf

THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER