POLICE INVESTIGATIVE TECHNICIAN-ECONOMIC CRIMES (PART-TIME)

JOB DESC RIPTION

POLICE INVESTIGATIVE
TECHNICIAN

(ECONOMIC CRIMES)
POLICE DEPARTMENT

Human Resources

NEWPORT NEWS, VA Department

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for assisting in economic crime investigations,
which may include reviewing cases and financial documentation, researching and analyzing relevant
data and information and contacting financial institutions or individuals involved. Reports to a Police
Sergeant.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reviews and analyzes information related to suspected economic crimes including, but not limited to,
bank statements, law enforcement reports and organization documentation and prepares summary
reports for case files to assist the investigators, department management and prosecutor attorneys.
Conducts research and reports on identified criminal evidence or suspicious entries.

Researches background reports of investigative targets by reviewing a variety of reports to include
Virginia Crime Information Network (VCIN), National Crime Information Center (NCIC), court
reports, etc.; and prepares statistical reports regarding arrests, convictions, charges and other related
information; reviews arrest records for criteria that may meet the standards to send to federal court.
At the guidance of case detectives, reviews surveillance videos and photos to collect additional
evidence.

Makes necessary inquiries and schedules interviews with citizen victims and witnesses to obtain
additional information; collects evidence; communicates with law enforcement agencies and banking
institutions to coordinate and secure evidence or case information transfer; transcribes statements.
May be responsible for scanning case files into Laser fiche and oversee quality control of the scanned
documentation.

Prepares specialized data reporting and assists investigators with preparation of legal documents;
drafts letters and memorandums for case detectives.

Performs other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community
and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also
expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

• Law Enforcement – Basic knowledge of Police Department policies, procedures, operations, and

• Accounting/Finance – Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practices to include

• Technology – Knowledge of general office equipment and personal computers to include word

• Customer Service – Thorough knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Computer Skills – Utilizes a personal computer with word processing, spreadsheet, and related

• Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships

• Time Management - Ability to plan and organize daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the

REQUIRED ABILITIES

• Communication – Ability to communicate ideas effectively, including the preparation of reports

• Judgement and Decision Making – Ability to use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and

• Mathematics – Ability to employ accounting principles and practices in the analysis and reporting

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires 4 years of related administrative or technical experience in law enforcement operations, or
any equivalent combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a comprehensive background investigation to include a local, state and federal criminal
history check; sex offender registry and credit check.

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May be subject to the restrictions of a federal 6(e) order which restricts discussion and further
dissemination of information collected on federally adopted cases to unauthorized personnel.

A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work.

• Some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10

• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at keyboard or work station.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals.

• Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

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