Criminal Investigator Job at Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community, Scottsdale, AZ

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  • Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community
  • Scottsdale, AZ

Job Description

Grant Funded Position

Under general supervision of the Assistant Chief Prosecutor, performs full-range of in-depth investigations, requiring a comprehensive knowledge of law enforcement tasks associated with investigation of criminal activity, and aid in the prosecution of cases in court. Position requires a high degree of independent judgment and a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness. This job class is treated as FLSA exempt.

Essential Functions: (Essential functions, may vary among positions, but may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification).

  • Case preparation, obtaining and reviewing law enforcement records, interviewing witnesses and crime victims, performing follow-up investigation (such as photography, crime scene visits, etc.), meeting with prosecutors to discuss open cases where further investigation is needed, meeting with expert witnesses, and drafting reports describing the details of an investigation.
  • Testifies in court regarding the facts of the case as known first-hand, evidence collected, notes, and actions taken. Appears in court to present evidence and sworn testimony on behalf of the SRPMIC.
  • May occasionally join the on-call prosecutor when called to the scene of a crime to provide assistance with advising officers and detectives on search and seizure, evidence gathering, witness interviews, and other topics as needed.
  • Performs other job-related tasks as assigned to maintain and enhance departmental operations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

  • Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
  • Knowledge of the SRPMIC ordinances to be enforced.
  • Knowledge of state and federal statutes, codes and ordinances to be enforced.
  • Knowledge of police operations principles and practices including investigation, patrol, communications, records, community/public relations, and crime prevention.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with prosecutors, administrative staff, other law enforcement/regulatory agencies, departmental staff, Community officials, members of the Community, and the public.
  • Skill in analyzing and evaluating information accurately, and in expressing ideas clearly, when providing oral and written reports and recommendations.
  • Skill in maintaining confidentiality and using discretion in dealing with sensitive information.
  • Ability to adapt to changing work situations and assignments.
  • Ability to analyze data, draw logical conclusions, and make sound decisions.
  • Ability to properly handle emergencies and pressure without losing composure.
  • Ability to speak clearly, understandably and effectively.
  • Ability to learn criminal law, laws of arrest, search and seizure.
  • Ability to maintain integrity and be assertive about personal and Community values without becoming aggressive.
  • Ability to exercise resourcefulness in addressing new problems.
  • Ability to quickly learn and properly apply new methods and information, and to remember what is learned.
  • Ability to get along with a variety of people and to work well as part of a team.
  • Ability to read and comprehend police-related materials; e.g., laws, training material.
Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, a person must be a high school graduate or equivalent, and must have an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field, and must have five (5) years specialized criminal investigations experience in law enforcement; a Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Criminal Justice, or closely related field is preferred. Peace Officer Certification Requirement: The Criminal Investigator must be a sworn peace officer certified by the Arizona Peace Office and Training Board ("AZPOST") at the time of hire and must maintain AZPOST certification in good standing throughout employment. Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered. An enrolled Community Member who closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Special Requirements

Employees in, and applicants applying for, jobs providing direct services to children are subject to the "Community Code of Ordinances", Chapter 11, "Minors", Article X. "Investigation of Persons Working With Children". Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License. Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing. SRPMIC is a mandatory covid vaccine employer. All employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Preference will be given to a qualified Community Member, then a qualified Native American and then other qualified candidate. In order to obtain consideration for Community member/Native American preference, applicant must submit a copy of Tribal Enrollment card or CIB which indicates enrollment in a Federally Recognized Native American Tribe by one of the following methods: attach to application, fax (480) 362-5860, mail or hand deliver to Human Resources. Documentation must be received by position closing date. The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted. Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.

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