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Confidential Criminal Investigator

Erie County, Buffalo, NY, United States


ERIE COUNTY DISTRICT'S ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

Starting $64,347 Annually

Confidential Criminal Investigator A Confidential Criminal Investigator conducts criminal investigations initiated as the result of a complaint received or as the aftermath of a crime actually committed;

Assists attorneys in the District Attorney's Office in the preparation of cases for prosecution;

Conducts assigned investigations as directed by a competent authority, in a prompt and correct manner;

Prepares concise, complete and accurate reports regarding investigations;

Responsible for the proper handling of evidence to insure its admissibility in court;

Executes court orders including warrants of arrest; Responsible for the protection and security of witnesses;

Conducts physical and/or technical surveillance; Locates and develops witnesses capable of producing legally admissible evidence in court;

Testifies competently and professionally in any court venue;

Maintains full awareness of all important matters concerning law enforcement in Erie County and furnishes such information to supervisor;

Develops and maintains contacts with confidential sources;

May perform duties related to transportation and security of the District Attorney.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a minimum of 60 semester credit hours from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university and eight (8) years of experience as a police officer, at least three (3) years of which included criminal investigative work experience or three (3) years of supervision of investigators;

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and ten (10) years of experience as a police officer, at least three (3) years of which included criminal investigative work experience or three (3) years of supervision of investigators;

An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).

Special Requirements

Possession of a Police Officer Basic Training Certificate or its equivalent issued by the New York State Municipal Police Training Council at time of appointment; and Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s License at time of appointment; and

Meet minimum standards on annual firearms qualification.

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