Detective

DETECTIVE (INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES)

SUMMARY

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office (OPSO), New Orleans, Louisiana, provides the care, custody, control, and rehabilitation of inmates. We are committed to providing the highest level of service and security to the court systems, the execution of court mandates, and the protection of individuals' rights and freedoms. Our Mission will be achieved through innovative leadership and programs, as well as the dedication and diligence of our employees.

The Detective position for Investigative Services is located at Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office and reports to the leadership of Investigative Services. The incumbent will perform a variation of comprehensive investigative functions and duties that include reporting, inmate investigations, tracking, interviewing, classifying, and processing complaints regarding misconduct allegations against employees, volunteers, or contactors employed with OPSO. Moreover, the Detective position requires tenacity, hard work, trustworthiness, and dedication to public service.

SALARY

The salary for the Investigative Services Division Detective will be aligned accordingly and commensurate with an applicant's knowledge, skills, experience, certifications and education requirements of the subject position. This position is non- exempt.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Abide by Federal law, including the United States Constitution, State Law and OPSO policy and procedures.
• Assist with investigations of all OPSO complaints, criminal matters, misconduct, or claims of damages by an OPSO deputy or employees, including inmates.
• Maintain sufficient documentation and keep track of investigation of a complaint from citizen (third party or anonymous), employee, or observed behavior of an employee involved in alleged violation.
• Prepare written reprimand, suspension, dismissal for violation of established policy or procedures, law, legislation, order or rule.
• Compile detailed investigative reports and organized records.
• Testify in court regarding case evidence and findings in order to secure conviction.
• Employ deductive reasoning and analysis to make informed decisions and conclusions that may lead to prosecution.
• Collecting and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses and making arrests.
• Execute decisions of the disciplinary review board and/or Sheriff regarding deputy or staff suspensions.
• Acts as investigator for any sexual harassment complaints.
• Reach a logical conclusion and prepare a recommendation.
• Coordinate search and arrest warrants and arrest suspects, as needed.
• Acts as termination officer for the department.
• Identify critical issues and report findings to the proper authority.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements, Skills and Ability to:

• A High School Diploma/GED.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of law enforcement. (Basic P.O.S.T. Certification required)
• Proficient in report writing.
• Strong analytical skills and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Ability and willingness to take on challenging responsibilities.
• Good moral character.
• Possess keen social awareness.
• High levels of integrity and confidentiality.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Exemplary written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Quickly respond to critical and emergency incidents.
• Ability to work flexible hours/weekends (24hrs.)
• Ability to de-escalate high stress environments.
• Excellent organizational and teamwork skills.