Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards:

1.Collaborates with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research

2.Develop investigative leads through a complete review of case files.

3.Develop comprehensive investigative plans for each investigation.

4.Interviews parents, guardians, or court service workers within specified time limits of referral.

5.Visits various locations to gather information on youth efficiently.

6.Coordinates with local law enforcement agencies to facilitate the progress of investigations professionally.

7.Keeps supervisor informed of investigation progress and advises of significant developments as required.

8.Records all significant investigative activity in case files in a clear, concise, and timely manner.

9.Reviews case files for all necessary and appropriate documentation and to ensure compliance with established guidelines.

10.Maintain case files according to established guidelines.

11.Conduct administrative and criminal investigations.

12.Obtain arrest warrants from appropriate courts for youth and adults.

13.Testify in a court of law for all proceedings related to investigations.

14.Examines records to locate links in the chain of evidence or information

15.Prepare reports and other correspondence within specified time limits.

16.Draft reports and other correspondence using the proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

17.Researches and includes all supporting documentation for reports before submission.

18.Make proper distribution of all correspondence according to established guidelines.

19.Identifies case issues and evidence needed based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations

20.Obtains and verifies evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records

21.Obtains information related to cases

1.Process crime scene evidence according to established guidelines.

2.Conduct interviews with principal parties of internal investigations by using appropriate interrogation and investigative techniques.

3.Coordinate polygraph/CVSA examinations as required.

4.Prepare or assist with the preparation of investigative reports, as required.

22.State Vehicle Operation and Care

1.Schedule the vehicle for preventative maintenance when due according to established guidelines.

2.Performs operator maintenance according to the manufacturer’s specifications and established guidelines.

3.Maintain personal equipment in a serviceable condition and report and replace missing items according to established guidelines.

23.May respond to emergencies, operating emergency equipment in a lawful manner, showing due regard to the safety of other motorists.

1.Operate state vehicles in a safe, lawful manner at all times.

24.On-Call Status

1.Investigators will follow regional leadership “On-Call” schedules unless on approved PTO/Vacation/Training.

2.Investigators always carry their state-issued cell phone to be contacted by DJJ supervisors or other related personnel unless on approved PTO/Vacation.

Sample Technical Competencies:

·Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making.

·Ability to use proper and effective interview and interrogation techniques.

·Knowledge of law enforcement databases and other available sources of information.

·Knowledge of legal procedures and processes.

·Knowledge of case management tools, techniques, technology, and software

·Ability to conduct surveillance, use covert devices, and interview informants.