About the Department

The Investigator position is responsible for conducting criminal investigations.

Position Duties

• Interviews complainants, witnesses, victims, suspects, and informants in person and by telephone.
• Obtain statements.
• Plans court presentations with prosecuting attorney's, presents evidence and information.
• Serves court papers and subpoenas.
• Obtains and serves search, criminal  and arrest warrants.
• Develops intelligence resources for use in investigations and participates in undercover operations.
• Reviews investigative information, writes and files case reports and supplements and compiles case files.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies with investigations upon requests; provides information on criminal activity to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. 
• Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment.
• Transports inmates and witnesses to and from court proceedings.
• Attends training session as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the District Attorney.

Minimum Qualifications

The Investigator should possess a Four (4) year degree and at least five (5) years' experience in P.O.S.T certified employment.

Necessary Requirements:

• Possession of a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
• Ability to meet and maintain current requirements set forth in the Georgia Mandate Law Enforcement Training Act/Peace Officer’s Standards and Training Act.

Other Qualifications

The Investigator must be knowledgeable of the following principles, procedures, and concepts:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, criminal and traffic laws, and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the criminal investigation methods, practices and equipment.
• Knowledge of criminal justice system and court procedures.
• Skill in the use of firearms, communications equipment, and other standard and specialized equipment.
• Skill in the use of photographic and surveillance equipment, audio and video equipment, radios, and other emergency or   communication equipment.
• Skill in interview techniques.
• Skill in processing, analyzing, and preserving evidence.
• Skill in written and oral communication.
• Knowledge of the cycle of violence related to domestic violence.