Civilian Investigator

Who We Are
TheCity of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents businesses and visitors. This characteristic combined with outstanding staff in all departments has been a hallmark of success for this high-performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1000 full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services recreational activities municipal services and physical environment.

What We Do
The Beverly Hills Police Department is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of City residents. The department is a leader in early response times and its dedicated officers work with the community to keep neighborhoods problem-free. The BHPD values its reputation as an agency that earns the publics trust through efficient impartial police service.

Who Were Looking for
The City of Beverly Hills Police Department is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Civilian Investigator. The Civilian Investigatorperforms complex and specialized civilian law enforcement investigations of financial crimes property crimes and crimes against persons. The Civilian Investigator is responsible for providing broad investigative support for the Detective Bureau by conducting misdemeanor and certain felony investigations. Thus the ideal candidate is expected to be knowledgeable about current laws and regulations surrounding the industry and be familiar with different computer systems and applications in order to maintain and accurately process case files. The ideal candidate possesses case management experience and is organized and self-sufficient. Additionally the ideal candidates works well as part of a team and communicates effectively.

DistinguishingCharacteristics:

This is a journey-level specialized non-sworn technical classification. Incumbents carry a full caseload and are responsible for the complete resolution of each case assigned. This classification is distinguished from a Police Officer by the fact that the incumbent is not a sworn officer does not carry a firearm does not respond to in-progress incidents has minimal contact with suspects and does not make arrests.

• Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job bulletin at the time of submission unless specified otherwise.
• When an application is being reviewed only information included in the Education Work Experience Certificates and Licenses and Skills sections of the application will be considered to determine whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications.
• Résumés and cover letters are not reviewed or considered when screening for minimum qualifications.
• Résumés and cover letters are not accepted in lieu of a complete job application.
• Required supplemental attachments (i.e. diplomas degrees certifications or transcripts etc.) must be included as part of the original application and may not be emailed separately unless explicitly stated otherwise or approved to be submitted separately.
• Applications must have clear concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position including detailed responses to all supplemental questions if applicable.

• Incomplete applications will not be considered or reviewed.
• If you have problems creating a user account or submitting your online application please review theonlineapplicantguide or contact NEOGOV applicant support directly at 855.524.5627 (Please note: Applicant Support hours are Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm Pacific Time and depending on call volume may be an automated voicemail system or live support).
• The utilization of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) during any step in the selection process will be grounds for disqualification.

The selection process may include any combination of the following:

• Review of Minimum Qualifications
  • All educational documents trainings courses and/or certificates required as part of the minimum qualifications must be attached to your application. The following is a list of all documents requested at time of application and must be submitted prior to the oral interview:
    • Associates Degree or Transcripts from an accredited college with major coursework in criminal justice or a related field.
    • California Drivers License
• Supplemental Questionnaire
  • Respond in full to all supplemental questions. Responses such as see resume will not be accepted and will result in the disqualification of your application.
  • The supplemental questionnaire may be used as an assessment tool to determine the most qualified applicants for this position.
• Oral Interview(s)
  • The first interview is tentatively scheduled during the week of February 9th 2026
• Background Check
  • The final step of the selection process requires a thorough police background investigation. The background investigation will include a comprehensive investigation of the candidates background which includes Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background check education and employment history (including a credit criminal and DMV review) personal statement employment and personal reference check.
    

Eligibility List

The candidates who successfully pass the selection process will earn placement on an Eligibility List. The Eligibility List may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification as defined by the duration of the list at the time the list is established. The Eligibility List established for any recruitment may also be used to fill a lower-level position.

Proof of Education

Upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your Government Jobs account at the time of application and before the closing date unless specified otherwise by Human Resources. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).

Note: Falsifying ones education training or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Conviction History

As a finalist for a job you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice(DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties andresponsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you froma job with theCity.

The City of Beverly Hillswill consider qualified applicants with a criminal historypursuant tothe California Fair Chance Act. You do not need todiscloseyour criminal history orparticipatein a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check ifthe City of Beverly Hillsis concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction provide mitigating evidence or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting Statement

The City of Beverly Hills is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment without regard to race color ethnicity religion national origin age sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status ancestry disability genetic information veteran status drivers license status or any other status protected under federal state and/or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist with the application examination or interview process please contact our Human Resources department at . Please note that this request must be made at least three business days prior to any test or interview in the selection process.

The City of Beverly Hills is compliant with SB1100 which amends Californias Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) prohibiting employers from requiring a drivers license in certain job postings.

Disaster Service Workers

All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

NOTE:The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

1. Provide broad support for Detective Bureau and serve as a civilian investigator; assist detectives by conducting investigations of misdemeanors and certain felony investigations. Assignments may include Crimes Against Persons Property Crimes Crime Impact Team and the High Tech Crime Unit (HTCU).
2. Review and complete crime reports; interview victims and witnesses by telephone and in person; prepare supplemental reports on interviews.
3. Conduct investigations to detect or verify suspected violations of laws rules or regulations; examine a variety of records to secure or verify information concerning suspected violations or violators.
4. Contact and interview individuals and representatives of business or governmental agencies; take statements and depositions and evaluate evidence.
5. Respond to complaints and conduct routine checks or auditsof businesses agenciespawnshops secondhand dealers or gun dealers for license or permit misuse and other violations.
6. Conduct investigativefollow-upwithmembersof the publiclaw enforcementandvariousinvestigativepartners.
7. Contact other law enforcement agencies for additional information utilizing automated systems to research criminal history and crime trends
8. Gather assemble preserve and report facts statements or affidavits and other evidence for use in legal or administrative actions.
9. Analyze investigative findings to determine whether evidence warrants filing a criminal complaint; prepare investigation reports and assist attorneys assigned to cases in criminal prosecutions or administrative law proceedings.
10. Submit comprehensive investigation reports including case documents and materials to the District Attorney for prosecution; review cases with the district attorneys office.
11. Contact judges for arrest warrants and file warrants with the court clerk; make arrangements for the surrender of suspects wanted on warrants; coordinate the arrest of suspects by sworn officers.
12. Prepare and review court orders and search warrants and complete required investigative forms.
13. Conduct social media and computer database searches to identify and locate individuals accused of criminal activity.
14. Perform records checks and investigate criminal background of suspects as assigned.
15. Conduct search of digital forensic images in electronic devices e.g. cellular phones laptops and tablets.
16. Review digital forensic reports for evidence of potential criminal activity.
17. Prepare investigativesupport materials suchasphotographicline-ups crimebulletins fliersetc.
18. Conduct crime scene investigations and collect physical and digital evidence.
19. May assist with traffic investigations.
20. Testify as needed in local state and federal courts.
21. Assist new or existing staff in learning departmental practices and protocols methods and procedures.
22. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
23. Foster an environment that embraces diversity integrity trust and respect.
24. Be an integral team player which involves flexibility cooperation and communication.
25. Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Training

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience conducting civil and/or criminal investigations that involved: collecting analyzing and evaluating evidence; conducting interviews; and producing detailed reports of investigations. Investigative experience in a law enforcement environment preferred.

Training:

Equivalent to an Associates degree from an accredited college with major coursework in criminal justice or a related field.

Note: The education requirement may be waived for those that have at least an additional two (2) years of the required experience listed above (at least four years total).

License and Certificate

Possession and retention of a valid California Class C Drivers License.

Digital Forensics certification is not required but highly desirable.

Additional Requirements

Must be willing and able to work irregular hours including weekends evenings and holidays.

Knowledge of:

Principles of criminal and civil law as necessary to evaluate complaints and determine if the allegation is civil or criminal.

Research data and evidence collection techniques as they pertain to criminal investigations.

Techniques for interviewing and obtaining information from various sources.

Pertinent federal state and local laws codes and regulations.

Standard office practices methods and equipment including computers and related software applications.

Report writing techniques.

English usage spelling grammar punctuation.

Emerging technologies.

Digital Cellular Forensics and cellular phone call data records (CDR).

Ability to:

Perform complex and specialized civilian law enforcement investigations.

Intermittently review and evaluate documents related to department operations; observe identify and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand interpret and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff.

Obtain relevant case information through interviews research and data collection.

Access and retrieve essential information from local State and Federal computer systems and databases.

Write thorough and accurate reports.

Prepare cases for filing and give clear and concise court testimony.

Determine the probable cause for search warrants seizure of evidence and arrest of suspects.

Determine appropriate statutes in determining probable cause for search warrants seizure of evidence and arrest of suspects.

Understand and comprehend digital forensics and its application to criminal investigations.

Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.

Operate and use standard office equipment including computers and applicable software applications.

Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.

Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.

Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships withthose contacted in the course of work victims prosecutors district attorney employees and co-workers.

Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.