AFRD OPS Investigator Specialist

Position open until 12/30/2024

Salary Range: $43,920.23 to $73,164.67 annually

General Description and Classification Standards

The Investigator Specialist is a key function in the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department (AFRD). They evaluate judgments based on the application of statutory or regulatory provisions and administrative procedures in making a determination as to whether there is reasonable cause to support a finding(s) or make objective recommendations regarding resolutions and appropriate remedies to resolve cases. The Investigator Specialist also provides investigation support to community prosecution by collaborating with city departments, partners, communities and citizens; and has the knowledge and skills to provide guidance and clarification on the rules, regulations and other legal requirement applicable to the agency’s jurisdiction.

Supervision Received

Individual works under general supervision and reports to the AFRD’s designee(s).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

• Responsible for conducting difficult investigations which support criminal and administrative, traffic, code enforcement case prosecution and diversion programs and community prosecution.
• Responsible for researching and collecting archive data relative to case outcome on past defendants.
• Required to perform law enforcement duties to include but not limited to investigations of criminal, traffic, code enforcement, and community prosecution cases.
• Responsible for assessing, analyzing and drawing conclusions from investigative evidence; and presenting the findings and deficiencies to superiors and/or the appropriate assistant solicitor.
• Assists in field investigations and provides general guidance, clarification, and use of application to less experience personnel on reporting investigations.
• Uses available technology and its application to gather evidence as cases develop.
• Values teamwork and demonstrates the willingness to assist others to complete work assignments. Conducts, assists, and attends training, workshops, seminars, meetings and events which may occur outside normal hours of operation.
• Stay current on Professional Development, attend trainings, workshops, seminars, meetings and events which may occur outside normal hours of operation.
• Provides law enforcement support and leads specialized law enforcement initiatives and details for the department.
• Serves as lead finger-print technician for the Department and Municipal Court; and conducts background checks for current and new-hire employees.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to develop interpersonal relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrates ability to work in a deadline driven environment and multitask.
• Resourceful when collecting and developing facts and other pertinent data.
• Possesses extensive knowledge and demonstrates proficiency in the use of GCIC; Court Case Management System; APD Image Director; and Horizon Incident Report Review.
• Ability to objectively analyze and evaluate facts, evidence and related information.
• Able to obtain the cooperation and confidence of others.