Special Investigator/State Detective I-IV - Human Trafficking
Special Investigator/State Detective I-IV - Human Trafficking
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Job Description
Introduction
Delawares Attorney General the States chief law enforcement officer has a broad responsibility to combat crime uphold civil rights safeguard families fight fraud and protect consumers in the First State.
In meeting this mission Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and staff in the Criminal Civil Family Fraud and Consumer Protection and Civil Rights and Public Trust Divisions. Each of the more than 500 staff who work in the Office of the Attorney General are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion.
Deputy Attorneys General with critical support from criminal special investigators victim service specialists paraprofessionals and administrative staff prosecute criminal cases enforce consumer laws provide counsel to state agencies ensure the publics access to open government protect the abused and much more.
Summary Statement
The Human Trafficking Unit established in 2022 by theDelaware Department of Justice is a specialized team dedicated toinvestigating and prosecuting cases involving forced labor and sex traffickingacross the state. The unit takes a proactive victim-centered approach workingclosely with law enforcement agencies service providers and communitypartners to dismantle trafficking operations support survivors and raisepublic awareness. The unit plays a key role in identifying traffickingpatterns executing search warrants and pursuing criminal charges againsttraffickers and those who contribute to the demand.
The Special Investigator will support the HumanTrafficking Unit by conducting investigative work aimed at identifyingdisrupting and prosecuting trafficking operations across the state. This roleinvolves close coordination with law enforcement partners prosecutors andvictim services organizations. This position may also be assigned toother investigative or operational duties in furtherance of the Department ofJustices mission as outlined in 29 Del. C. 2504 which authorizes theAttorney General and the Department of Justice to investigate matters involvingpublic peace safety and justice and to direct the activities of statedetectives.
Job Requirements
- Minimum five years law enforcement experience.
- Ability to investigate complex and difficult cases both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to prepare comprehensive investigative reports for review by a Deputy Attorney General for civil and criminal complaints.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Current or recent Police Officers Standards Training (POST) certification.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) DELJIS NCIC and LEISS.
- Possession of a valid drivers license.
- Ability to qualify to carry a DOJ-issued firearm.
- Willingness to travel and attend various training opportunities as needed.
Additional Posting Information
- Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume as you complete the application process for this posting.
- This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.
- This posting may close before 7/22/2025 upon filling the vacant position.
Conditions of Hire
- Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
- Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment in accordance with Title 29 Chapter 59 and Title 19 Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Benefits
Department of JusticeBenefits Include:
- May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
- State of Delaware healthcare plan.
- State of Delaware pension plan.
- Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
- 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call . TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1- for assistance.
Employment Type
Full-Time
