City of Peoria Arizona Human Resources Department

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City of Peoria
Job Description
 
8401 West Monroe, Suite 110 Peoria, Arizona 85345 (623) 773-7100 Fax (623) 773-7149

 
                                          
 Civilian Investigator


GENERAL PURPOSE
Provides a wide variety of duties related to law enforcement and crime prevention in support of the Police Department Criminal Investigations Section. This position assists in investigation of crimes and status offenses involving adults and juveniles. Additional duties as assigned.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from a Police Department supervisor. Exercises no supervision.


DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Positions assigned to this class can be distinguished from police officer by the fact the incumbents are not AZ POST certified, do not carry a gun, and do not make arrests.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.
• Prepares and completes detailed reports of crimes involving persons and property.
• Analyzes intelligence information and prepares detailed reports.
• Practices positive interaction and effective communications with the public, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Utilizes computer system to research police reports and track property for owners.
• Contacts and cooperates with other City departments and other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigations or other public safety concerns.
• Testifies and presents evidence in court.
• Attends meetings and responds to related questions and complaints.
• Provides public education.
• Conducts studies of the organization and procedures of the Department.
• Analyzes reports and records.
• Represents the Police Department and the City by serving on committees and attending various meetings.
• Assists in coordinating police activities with other City departments and divisions and outside agencies.
• Interacts with the public, peers, supervisor, and/or other employees in a positive manner.
• Performs related duties as assigned.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with specialized police operations course work. Two years of general police operations experience in a public safety related setting.


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of City, County, and State laws; interviewing techniques; principles and procedures of investigating and processing; crime analysis; crime prevention, investigation, and identification techniques; general police procedures.
Ability to prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports; interpret and apply laws and regulations of the City, County, and State; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; prepare written reports and maintain efficient record keeping systems; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.


PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to perform the essential functions of this class successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; and to reach with hands and arms, lift and climb ladders during investigations. Employees are required to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force.


Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees regularly are required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; interact with the general public, public agencies, employees and others who may be encountered during the course of work.


WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position is subject to environmental conditions. Activities occur both inside and out. Position may be subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.


FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
 

Created: 04/08

 

 

City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN  RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

Employment Hotline (Voice Only): 623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100

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8401 West Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100 - Fax (623) 773-7149

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