Criminal Investigator I.

Under general supervision of the Investigations Area Supervisor, the Criminal Investigator I conducts criminal, civil, and / or administrative investigations related to the authority granted to the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform work of considerable difficulty in conducting criminal and administrative investigations for the Office of the Secretary of State.
• Support enforcement efforts of the Office of the Secretary of State as well as the various boards which operate in collaboration with the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State.
• Enforce Georgia statutes / policies and applicable rules of the boards.
• Investigate alleged or suspected violations of Federal, State, or local laws / rules and regulations.
• Conduct thorough and comprehensive investigations and prepare reports upon conclusion.
• Prepare and submit reports that detail investigative findings and proposed responses and / or resolutions.
• Examine records in order to locate links in chain of evidence or information.
• Identify case issues and evidence needed based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of violations.
• Cooperate and collaborate with other state, local, and federal agencies on appropriate cases.
• Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance and research.
• Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.
• Conduct background investigations.
• Provide testimony in criminal, administrative, and civil proceedings.
• Maintain mandatory P.O.S.T. in-service training requirements for certification.
• Statewide travel is required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Three (3) years in law enforcement or related field. Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) (PBLE) certification in the state of Georgia is required. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be age 21 or older and a United States citizen, and possess a strong moral character

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT : Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Associate degree in a related field and three years of directly related experience Or Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year directly related experience OR Three years of directly related experience Or One year experience at the lower level or equivalent position (PSP081) Note : Some positions may require a valid driver's license Note : Some positions may require POST certification or eligibility