Investigative Specialist I, District Investigator
Location: Baltimore, MD
Job ID: R0002376
Salary: $49,356 - $78,924
Closing Date: June 15, 2023
An Investigative Specialist I is responsible for performing administrative professional work assisting in investigations conducted and managed by the Baltimore Police Department. Members in this classification assist in conducting and reviewing administrative investigations and/or a variety of criminal investigations and prosecution activities. Work includes conducting investigative research; documenting areas of violation, collecting and preserving case evidence; analysis of case documentation including but not limited to: audio-taped statements, photographs, payroll records, daily activity sheets, criminal databases, intelligence reports, and police incident reports; recommending appropriate investigative course of action; conducting preliminary case interviews; performing weekly statistical analysis of all; drafting of all case correspondences upon completion of investigation; and related duties as required. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. The employees work in an office and on site of incidents where such conditions as seasonal weather extremes, hazardous waste, and hostile confrontations may be encountered
SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
Have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education, with focus on Criminal Justice or a related field.
OR
High School Diploma/GED plus two (2) years of experience working as an investigator in any function, including but not limited to; criminal, civil, environmental, housing, code violations, or performing administrative audits and inspections.
Be at least 21 years of age
NOTES (EQUIVALENCIES): Each additional year of education at an accredited college or university with focus on Criminal Justice or a related field may substituted for six (6) months of the experience requirement.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES: Have a valid Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or an equivalent out-of-state driver’s license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management is required.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of investigative methods, techniques, practices and procedures.
Skill in conducting investigative interviews and eliciting cooperation of individuals and businesses.
Skill in investigative methods.
Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply rules, regulations and policies relevant to criminal and civil investigations.
Ability to utilize sound judgement and remain calm under stressful situations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, governmental employees and officials and enforcement officers.
Ability to deal effectively with the general public.
Ability to testify as an expert witness in court and defend findings.
Ability to prepare narrative reports explaining investigative activity and findings and justifying prosecution of a case.
Ability to utilize photographic equipment to photograph and document criminal evidence.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sources and records.
Ability to accept direction and criticism and to function in an organization with strict rules and regulations.
Ability to participate and successfully complete all mandated phases of entrance level training including classroom, field and skills training.
Ability to operate motor vehicles safely and effectively and to enter and exit such vehicles frequently.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.
