Senior Criminal Investigator
$39.56 - $61.32 per hourCity and County of Denver
- # Senior Criminal InvestigatorApplylocations: Downtown Denvertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: May 18, 2026 (9 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0080419# About Our Job**What We Offer**The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The full pay range for this position is $39.56 - $61.32 an hour, based on your experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:* A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service* 457B Retirement Plan* 132 hours of PTO earned within first year* 12 Paid Holidays per year, plus 1 personal holiday* Education Refund Program (ERP) - a chance for the city to support your continued learning and career growth by investing in your future with the city* Care Bank – 8 weeks of Paid Family Leave (after the probation period is passed)* Free RTD Eco Pass* Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date**Location**This position reports on site at the Republic Plaza building located at 370 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, Monday through Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM.**Who We Are**The Mission of the Denver District Attorney's Office is to professionally and competently prosecute crimes and investigate criminal activity on behalf of the people of the State of Colorado and to seek equal justice for all in the criminal justice system. Our mission also includes the prevention and deterrence of crimes, supporting the well-being of victims, participating in the community, being transparent and accountable, and, improving the criminal justice system to provide fair alternatives to incarceration in appropriate cases.**What You'll Do**As a Senior Criminal Investigator you will:* Investigative Process: Responsible for the proper investigation of cases assigned to them. Interview complainants, victims and witnesses without delay, properly identify themselves and if appropriate, periodically consult with complainants and victims regarding the progress of cases until they have been officially closed. Attempt to notify crime victims when there is a change in the status of their case, and include the details in their supplemental report. Keep their supervisor informed on the progress of cases assigned to them.* Trial Preparation: Prepare exhibits for trail, obtain criminal histories, obtain certified court convictions. Locate witness and serve subpoenas. Provide transportation and other logistical support as needed. Make arrangement to ensure safety of victims and witnesses. Assist prosecutor as needed, e.g. crime scene photographs, follow-up interviews with victims and witnesses.* Court Proceedings: Responsible for the proper preparation of court cases and the competent presentation of evidence in court or at hearings. Provide complete and accurate testimony in court proceedings and/or administrative hearings.* Assisting Other Units and Outside Agencies: Provide reasonably requested information and assistance to other units within the Office of the District Attorney and maintain an efficient level of cooperation and coordination in affected areas. Assist and maintain close cooperation and positive working relationships with other law enforcement agencies.* Examination of Physical Evidence: Make requests for the examination of physical evidence to the Forensics and Evidence Division. Solely authorized and vetted authority to conduct property viewings.* Prevention and Suppression of Crime: Through investigative procedures, investigators will direct their best efforts in the prevention and suppression of crime, and in the detection and apprehension of criminal suspects. Under no circumstances will they make public any information that might jeopardize the successful completion of the investigation or the apprehension of a perpetrator.* Investigators employed by the 2nd Judicial District Attorney’s Office are expected to perform proactively and consistently with the organizational philosophy of vertical prosecution. Each Investigator works under the direct supervision of the case supervisor and the general direction of their respective team’s Chief Deputy District Attorney and Senior Deputy District Attorney. Independent case supervision may be performed by the assigned prosecutor. Work assignments are either minimally or operationally defined and require extensive exercise of independent judgment and planning.**What You'll Bring**Our ideal candidate will have all or some of the following:* Extensive knowledge of the civil and criminal law enforcement principles, procedures and techniques, statutes and ordinances applicable to the 2nd Judicial District of Colorado; extensive knowledge of the policies and procedures of the Office of the District Attorney* Extensive knowledge of police procedures; ability to gain working knowledge of accounting, polygraph, or other specialized investigative fields* Skill in interviewing; ability to gather, record and synthesize data; demonstrable interpersonal skills* Ability to prepare complete and accurate reports, warrants, affidavits, evidence lists, audio-visual aids, etc. as required for case preparation, filing and prosecution* Ability to operate standard office equipment, e.g., personal computer, iPad (tablet), fax, and copier. Proficiency in word processing and database programs, at minimum. Familiarity with police investigative databases and software, including criminal information databases and forensic downloading software* Ability to perform all peace officer related duties; ability to act/react in stressful and threatening situations; ability to control (physically, if necessary) uncooperative individuals; ability to operate and demonstrate skill in the use of vehicles and other related equipment utilized in investigative work* Ability to complete and maintain firearm qualification standards, required arrest control, and firearms-retention training. Ability to maintain DPD firearm certification* Ability to independently conduct complicated, sensitive, and long-term criminal investigations under minimal direction* Ability to adjust and meet the changing demands and needs of the position**Required Minimum Qualifications**We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:* Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field* Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of previous police experience, two (2) of which must be at the level of Criminal Investigator (e.g. Police Detective) or any equivalent combination of education and experience* Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements* License/Certifications: A valid Driver's License at the time of application. Requires a certification as a Colorado Peace Officer (POST) at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment**Application Deadline**This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, May 17, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than May 17, 2026 by 11:59PM to ensure consideration.
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