POLICE EMPLOYEES ONLY Part Time Civilian Criminal Investigator (CCI) Cold Case

Colorado Springs, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 31 - 38

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description / Position Overview

This is a .5 position working 20 hours per week.

About the Job: The purpose of this position is to conduct investigations and aid in investigating unsolved and cold-case homicide investigations.

This position will be assigned to the Investigations Division - Cold Case Unit

The work schedule which is subject to the needs of the department will primarily be Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

Job Posting Statement: This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year and any furloughs subsequently approved.

Come explore the possibilities a career with the City of Colorado Springs can offer!

As a CCI in the Cold Case Unit you will:

Document and follow up on potential investigative leads.
Submit evidence to be processed to the Metro Crime Lab or CBI (Colorado Bureau of Investigation) for DNA evidence or other evidence of probative value.
Document and submit reports of the findings of assigned investigations in a thorough and timely manner.
Conduct field work including victim and witness interviews interrogations (a sworn detective must be present during the suspect interrogation) scene processing assisting in the application and execution of search warrants and court orders and other investigative tasks as needed.
Prepare and file cases with the District Attorneys office both in paper and digitally.
Testify in court when necessary.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Techniques theories and methods of investigation
Criminal procedures related to evidence and criminal investigations
Principles of filing and record keeping
Modern office technology and supporting software
Pertinent federal state and local laws codes and regulations
Properly and safely operate a motor vehicle
Work closely with and at the direction of police officers
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

Work is performed in the office and in the field with potential exposure to inclement weather. Frequent exposure to noise; possible exposure to biohazardous materials as well as aggressive individuals and criminal suspects.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study; preferably in social work behavioral sciences or criminal justice.
Five years of full-time professional experience in a related field; preferably in law enforcement in a sworn position or five years of experience in a non-sworn position responsible for investigating various crimes.
Possess or obtain upon hire a valid non-probationary Colorado drivers license not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug-related violations or pending charges
Possess or obtain within three months of hire NCIC/CCIC (National Crime Information Center/Colorado Crime Information Center) certification

Education and Experience Equivalence:One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of academic coursework relevant to this position beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Computer-based investigative skills experience (e.g. social media cell phone data etc.).
Knowledge of and practical application of the Colorado Victims Rights Act.
Ability to review and analyze complex case files.
Strong organizational written and verbal communication skills.
Prior experience conducting homicide investigations.
Familiarity with cold case methodologies including advanced forensic technologies (e.g. DNA digital evidence etc.).
Ability to work independently; work well in a small team environment.

Additional Information

Please contact CSPD Human Resources atfor any questions about this position.

Pre-employment Requirements: The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination extensive background check and other pre-employment assessments.

Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submissionwill not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Departments Marijuana Use Policy can be found here.

Physical Demands: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Environmental Conditions: 20 hours/week. Office environment with some field work. Exposure to all weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1 H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Description / Position OverviewThis is a .5 position working 20 hours per week.About the Job: The purpose of this position is to conduct investigations and aid in investigating unsolved and cold-case homicide investigations. This position will be assigned to the Investigations Division - Cold Case U...