Special InvestigatorState Det. I-IV | Human Trafficking Unit | Criminal Division
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Job Summary
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 the Delaware Department of Justice is a specialized team dedicated to investigating and prosecuting cases involving forced labor and sex trafficking across the state. The unit takes a proactive victim-centered approach working closely with law enforcement agencies service providers and community partners to dismantle trafficking operations support survivors and raise public awareness. It plays a key role in identifying trafficking patterns executing search warrants and pursuing criminal charges against traffickers and those who contribute to the demand.
The Special Investigator will support the Human Trafficking Unit by conducting investigative work aimed at identifying disrupting and prosecuting trafficking operations.The position location is to be determined and may be based in New Castle Kent or Sussex County.This role involves close coordination with law enforcement partners prosecutors and victim services organizations. The Special Investigator may also be assigned to assist with investigations in other units within the Criminal Division and could be based in any of the three counties as operational needs dictate. The position may also be assigned to other investigative or operational duties in furtherance of the Department of Justices mission as outlined in 29 Del. C. 2504 which authorizes the Attorney General and the Department of Justice to investigate matters involving public peace safety and justice and to direct the activities of state detectives.
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 enter date 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.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
Key Skills
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Bank Secrecy Act
- Bioinformatics
- Fraud
- Genetics
- Interviewing
- Law Enforcement
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Writing Skills
About Company
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