Criminal Investigator jobs in Abilene, TX

ANNUAL CERTIFIED SALARY: $60,606.39

Standard probationary period of 6 months during which time salary is reduced by $50.00 per month.

SHIFT: Ability to work any shift including nights, weekends and holidays with varying days off.

CLOSING DATE: Open until position(s) filled.

SCHEDULE AND PAYDAYS: Criminal Investigators generally work Monday thru Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM, but are subject to call at any time depending on the investigation or situation evolving. There are two pay days per month: the 15th of each month and the last day of the month. If pay day falls on a holiday or weekend; payroll will be issued the business day preceding the holiday or weekend. Any overtime is paid on the last paycheck of the month.

LICENSE REQUIRED: Applicants for Deputy Sheriff positions with Nolan County Sheriff's Office must already be licensed as a Peace Officer with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) or have already completed a TCOLE approved Basic Peace Officer Academy, including having successfully passed the state peace officer licensing exam, and must meet all requirements to become fully licensed as a Texas Peace Officer.

RESIDENCY: Investigators are required to reside within the boundaries of Nolan County. However, variances for living outside the county, within a limited radius, may be approved on a case-by-case basis by the Sheriff and may affect take home vehicle use.

LONGEVITY PAY: $5.00 per month for each year of completed service after five years;
6-10 years of service = $10.00 per month for each year of completed service;
10-15 years of service = $15.00 per month for each year of completed service and thereafter.

HEALTH, DENTAL AND LIFE INSURANCE: Excellent major medical health insurance (currently Blue Cross/Blue Shield) is provided for the employee at no cost. Dental insurance coverage is also provided for the employee as well as a $10,000 life insurance policy. Dependent health and dental coverages are available with monthly premiums paid by the employee.

LEAVE TIME: 80 hours of vacation per year. (120 hrs. of vacation per year after 10 years of County service); 13 paid holidays (8 hrs. per holiday - 104 hours annually); 8 hours of sick leave accumulated per month up to a maximum of 480 hours.

RETIREMENT: Texas County and District Retirement System (TCDRS). Approximately 7% held out of paycheck and Nolan County contributes $1.70 for each dollar the employee has withheld.

UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT: Uniforms, coats, duty rig, ballistic vest, radio, weapons and Individually assigned, very well equipped, take home fleet vehicles are provided. Weapons include semi-auto pistols for both on and off duty, semi-auto tactical patrol rifle and tactical pump shotgun. Some specialty investigative equipment provided.

NATURE OF WORK: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR enforces federal, state and local law by conducting prompt and diligent investigations into offenses that range anywhere from thefts, burglaries, robberies, computer crimes, fraud, identity theft, sex offenses, crimes against children, high level assaults, homicide, suicide, and narcotics violations. Investigators obtain and execute search and arrest warrants, write reports and provide court testimony. Additionally, Investigators are responsible for all crime scene processing, photography, forensic evidence gathering and handling. Other tasks include conducting extensive background investigations for applicants, handling all Internal Investigations dealing with complaints against employees, and maintaining the strict measures for the receipt, handling, security, preservation and disposition of all property and evidence. During large scale criminal investigations, Investigators often work in collaboration with other area, state and federal law enforcement agencies in order to pool resources and effectively solve crimes, apprehend high-threat criminals, dismantle organized criminal organizations, and reduce the threat of mass attacks in public places. Work is performed under the direction of CID Sergeant, James Villanueva and functions may vary by individual assignment.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Include reading/writing (police reports, legal documents, etc.), the ability to operate a computer (Windows), drive an automobile, and the ability to communicate on phone and in person. Some combination of sitting, twisting the upper body, reaching, bending, stooping, standing, walking, kneeling, the use of arms and hands for computer input, crouching, climbing, and may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of extremely heavy objects (150 pounds).

In addition, a Deputy Sheriff may be required to use bodily force to gain control of individual(s), be able to run, protect him/herself by employing defensive tactics, and administer first aid. Performance of these tasks can involve maximum physical exertion with little or no prior notice, and possibly for extended periods of time. May be exposed to extreme noise levels, occasional exposure to communicable diseases and may subjected to verbal and physical abuse.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications may be obtained here, or at the Nolan County Sheriff's Office & Jail located at 211 Avenger Field Road , Sweetwater, Texas 79556. A resume may accompany a complete application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.

Employment Application (the application is a PDF file and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader).

Applicants qualifying will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program which may include, but not be limited to: evaluation of training and experience, written test, interview, performance test, psychological evaluation, employment record, fingerprint and background check, medical examination, and drug screening.