Police Detective

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPSPSONSIBILITIES: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

• Review all offense and incident reports daily,
• Conduct interviews of persons involved in crimes and incidents,
• Obtain written statements from persons involved in crimes and incidents,
• Process crime scenes for evidence,
• Conduct interviews and obtains statements from juveniles,
• Prepare preliminary and follow-up investigation reports,
• Conduct follow-up investigations,
• Coordinate investigative activities with patrol division and other agencies,
• Conduct investigative surveillance,
• Collect and submit evidence for analysis,
• Present cases to district attorney in-take divisions,
• Prepare affidavits for search/arrest warrants,
• Field test substances suspected of being illegal drugs,
• Present specialized court testimony,
• Maintain juvenile records in accordance with policies and statutes,
• Maintain assigned vehicles and equipment,
• Research computerized records, and
• Prepare periodic reports as directed by division Lieutenant
• Contributes to the overall success of Department by performing other duties as assigned
• Subject to 24 hour recall: The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime including during emergency situations (defined as any natural or man-made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel or citizens). In the event of an emergency and/or a required evacuation, the incumbent may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential duties for the benefit of the general public including services or duties different from those performed in the normal course and scope of the position. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: To perform in this position successfully, and individual(s) must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Must possess all the abilities and perform all essential functions as outlined in the job description for Police Officer. In addition, must possess above average oral and written communications skills.
• Good working knowledge of computer programs and Microsoft

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (Certification/Licensure): The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions in the event that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.

• Licensed as a Texas Peace Officer (Intermediate License)
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• High School Diploma or GED, and three years of sworn police experience; or, an equivalentcombinationofeducationandexperiencesufficienttosuccessfullyperform the essential duties of the job
• Aboveaverageoralandwrittencommunicationsskillsandstrongmathematicalskills

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Employee may be exposed to inclement weather conditions when performing duties. May be required to work evenings and/or weekends.

The City of Stafford is an Equal Opportunity Employer