Investigator
Okaloosa County, FL Okaloosa County, FL Full-time Full-time Estimated:
$46.
1K - $58.
4K a year Estimated:
$46.
1K - $58.
4K a year 19 hours ago 19 hours ago 19 hours ago Description The duties of this position require a constitutional law enforcement officer, requiring the regular bearing of firearms.
Preserves law and order and protects life and property.
Deputies assigned to this position have the primary responsibility of conducting investigations of criminal activity, and make interpretations of federal and state law, and county ordinances.
Must be proficient in the use of firearms.
Must be willing to work odd hours as needed.
Must be able to testify in criminal trials in state and federal court.
Duties Performs law enforcement duty in plain clothes and requires the use of considerable discretion and the application of specialized knowledge and abilities in the investigation and detection of crime.
Receives assignments from deputies of a higher rank that consist of specific cases to be followed to conclusion.
Must exercise considerable independent judgment.
The ability to remember names and faces is beneficial.
Must be able to deal firmly, but courteously with the public.
Interview victims, witnesses and suspects of reported criminal activity.
Documents progress on current investigations.
Adheres to agency guidelines, policies, procedures and the law when conducting investigations.
Must be able to work flexible hours and any overtime scheduled and unscheduled.
Serves arrest or search warrants.
Works with informants.
Performs drug related investigations.
Searches pawn tickets and compares them to items stolen.
Attends schools or courses as required.
Collects and preserves evidence/property.
Requires regular and predictable attendance.
Performs related duties as necessary.
Qualifications Eligibility Candidates who have received an overall below standards evaluation on either of their two most recent performance evaluations, will not be eligible for promotion.
Candidates must be in good standing in accordance with G.
O.
15.
01 (C)(4) to be eligible to participate in the promotion process and must have worked at least 100 days during the last twelve (12) months unless a waiver is granted by the Sheriff or designee.
(Verbal and written counseling are not considered disciplinary violations.
) Minimum Qualifications Full-time Deputy with at least three (3) years of experience with Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office Operational Services Bureau at the time of the promotional test.
Additional training and experience in investigative techniques is desired.
High School diploma or GED.
Certified Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Florida.
Valid Florida Driver's License.
No pending disciplinary action.
Standards to Perform Essential Job Functions Knowledge of:
Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office organization, operations, policies and procedures.
State of Florida criminal and civil statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, and applicable Federal rules and regulations.
Duties, powers, authorities and limitations of a Sheriff's Deputy.
Florida criminal justice and court procedures, and justice agency records management requirements.
Tactics for management and deployment of law enforcement personnel and equipment.
Modern law enforcement methods and procedures.
Procedures and protocols for observation of critical details.
Community policing techniques, procedures and applications.
Principles of crime scene management, and the operation of specialized technical equipment.
Geography, roads, and landmarks of Okaloosa County and surrounding areas.
Local community issues and regional community resources available to citizens.
Skill in:
Using initiative, discretion and judgment within established procedural guidelines.
Working under stressful conditions and emergency situations.
Evaluating facts and evidence, drawing logical conclusions and making proper recommendations.
Exercising controlled discretion, communicating with violators, recognizing suspicious behavior patterns, mediating difficult situations, and using effective arrest & control techniques.
Remaining alert at all times and reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Operating motor vehicles and special police equipment during emergency situations.
Following Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office General Orders when chasing, arresting, and transporting criminals and suspects.
Soliciting information from emotional and angry individuals.
Investigating, interrogating and interviewing suspects to deter, stop and resolve criminal activities.
The care, maintenance and safe operation of a variety of law enforcement tools and equipment.
Managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
Supervising and leading staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
Following and communicating verbal and written instructions in the English.
Working independently and as a team member, including working effectively with inter-agency teams.
Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
Ability to:
Maintain moral standards and integrity.
Communicate in the English language by phone, police radio system, or in person in a group or one-to-one setting.
Observe and monitor people's behavior or objects to determine compliance with laws, codes, and regulations, and recall details accurately.
Remain in a standing or sitting position for extended periods of time.
Comprehend and make references from material written in the English language and learn job-related material through observation, structured lecture, and oral instruction.
Recognize and control sources of personal stress in order to perform class requirements.
Apply first aid principles and practices.
Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements.
Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
Exercise judgment and make decisions as to appropriate action under pressure in accordance with rules, regulations and policies.
Maintain a level of physical fitness to meet department standards.
Work cooperatively, courteously, but firmly with all segments of the public.
Produce written documents in the English language with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar.
Travel across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces.
Use and properly care for firearms and related law enforcement emergency equipment.
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Must be able to operate radio equipment, computer, copier, fax and telephone.
Must be able to bend body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of lower extremities and back muscles.
Must be able to bend legs at knees to come to rest on knee(s).
Must be able to bend body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.
Must be able to move about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
Must be able to reach, extending hand(s) in any direction.
Must be able to handle, seize, hold, grab, turn, or otherwise work with hand(s).
Must be able to stand at least 50% of the time.
Must be able to lift 60 pounds or more.
Must be able to drag 150 pounds 100 feet.
Must be able to maintain personal fitness.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$46.
1K - $58.
4K a year Estimated:
$46.
1K - $58.
4K a year 19 hours ago 19 hours ago 19 hours ago Description The duties of this position require a constitutional law enforcement officer, requiring the regular bearing of firearms.
Preserves law and order and protects life and property.
Deputies assigned to this position have the primary responsibility of conducting investigations of criminal activity, and make interpretations of federal and state law, and county ordinances.
Must be proficient in the use of firearms.
Must be willing to work odd hours as needed.
Must be able to testify in criminal trials in state and federal court.
Duties Performs law enforcement duty in plain clothes and requires the use of considerable discretion and the application of specialized knowledge and abilities in the investigation and detection of crime.
Receives assignments from deputies of a higher rank that consist of specific cases to be followed to conclusion.
Must exercise considerable independent judgment.
The ability to remember names and faces is beneficial.
Must be able to deal firmly, but courteously with the public.
Interview victims, witnesses and suspects of reported criminal activity.
Documents progress on current investigations.
Adheres to agency guidelines, policies, procedures and the law when conducting investigations.
Must be able to work flexible hours and any overtime scheduled and unscheduled.
Serves arrest or search warrants.
Works with informants.
Performs drug related investigations.
Searches pawn tickets and compares them to items stolen.
Attends schools or courses as required.
Collects and preserves evidence/property.
Requires regular and predictable attendance.
Performs related duties as necessary.
Qualifications Eligibility Candidates who have received an overall below standards evaluation on either of their two most recent performance evaluations, will not be eligible for promotion.
Candidates must be in good standing in accordance with G.
O.
15.
01 (C)(4) to be eligible to participate in the promotion process and must have worked at least 100 days during the last twelve (12) months unless a waiver is granted by the Sheriff or designee.
(Verbal and written counseling are not considered disciplinary violations.
) Minimum Qualifications Full-time Deputy with at least three (3) years of experience with Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office Operational Services Bureau at the time of the promotional test.
Additional training and experience in investigative techniques is desired.
High School diploma or GED.
Certified Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Florida.
Valid Florida Driver's License.
No pending disciplinary action.
Standards to Perform Essential Job Functions Knowledge of:
Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office organization, operations, policies and procedures.
State of Florida criminal and civil statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, and applicable Federal rules and regulations.
Duties, powers, authorities and limitations of a Sheriff's Deputy.
Florida criminal justice and court procedures, and justice agency records management requirements.
Tactics for management and deployment of law enforcement personnel and equipment.
Modern law enforcement methods and procedures.
Procedures and protocols for observation of critical details.
Community policing techniques, procedures and applications.
Principles of crime scene management, and the operation of specialized technical equipment.
Geography, roads, and landmarks of Okaloosa County and surrounding areas.
Local community issues and regional community resources available to citizens.
Skill in:
Using initiative, discretion and judgment within established procedural guidelines.
Working under stressful conditions and emergency situations.
Evaluating facts and evidence, drawing logical conclusions and making proper recommendations.
Exercising controlled discretion, communicating with violators, recognizing suspicious behavior patterns, mediating difficult situations, and using effective arrest & control techniques.
Remaining alert at all times and reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Operating motor vehicles and special police equipment during emergency situations.
Following Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office General Orders when chasing, arresting, and transporting criminals and suspects.
Soliciting information from emotional and angry individuals.
Investigating, interrogating and interviewing suspects to deter, stop and resolve criminal activities.
The care, maintenance and safe operation of a variety of law enforcement tools and equipment.
Managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
Supervising and leading staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
Following and communicating verbal and written instructions in the English.
Working independently and as a team member, including working effectively with inter-agency teams.
Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
Ability to:
Maintain moral standards and integrity.
Communicate in the English language by phone, police radio system, or in person in a group or one-to-one setting.
Observe and monitor people's behavior or objects to determine compliance with laws, codes, and regulations, and recall details accurately.
Remain in a standing or sitting position for extended periods of time.
Comprehend and make references from material written in the English language and learn job-related material through observation, structured lecture, and oral instruction.
Recognize and control sources of personal stress in order to perform class requirements.
Apply first aid principles and practices.
Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements.
Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
Exercise judgment and make decisions as to appropriate action under pressure in accordance with rules, regulations and policies.
Maintain a level of physical fitness to meet department standards.
Work cooperatively, courteously, but firmly with all segments of the public.
Produce written documents in the English language with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar.
Travel across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces.
Use and properly care for firearms and related law enforcement emergency equipment.
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Must be able to operate radio equipment, computer, copier, fax and telephone.
Must be able to bend body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of lower extremities and back muscles.
Must be able to bend legs at knees to come to rest on knee(s).
Must be able to bend body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.
Must be able to move about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
Must be able to reach, extending hand(s) in any direction.
Must be able to handle, seize, hold, grab, turn, or otherwise work with hand(s).
Must be able to stand at least 50% of the time.
Must be able to lift 60 pounds or more.
Must be able to drag 150 pounds 100 feet.
Must be able to maintain personal fitness.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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