Criminal Investigator - Full Time

DescriptionDivision Overview:Montana’s Division of Criminal Investigation is a diverse public safety team of professionals who provide a full range of criminal investigative services to state, local, and tribal law enforcement. From homicide investigations to illegal narcotics, criminal records, cybercrime, human trafficking, missing persons, or through training public safety officers, DCI serves as the hub in providing critical law enforcement support. The professionals within DCI are the lifeline of support for public safety. With a doctrine of service, honor, and justice, this statewide organization provides the best in critical, accurate, and timely service to protect our citizens.Job Overview: This position is a Criminal Investigator and coordinates and conducts investigations involving a broad range of allegations of felony violations of the Montana Criminal Codes and other crimes referred from external agencies. Coordinates with several agencies to provide investigative, law enforcement, and criminal intelligence technical expertise for other agencies. This position works within the Narcotics Bureau of the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) and is responsible for the coordination and execution of criminal investigations into allegations of felony violations of the Montana Criminal Codes - specifically those related to narcotics enforcement; work in an undercover, proactive capacity to develop cases that primarily involve violations of state and federal dangerous drug laws as well as other felony criminal violations. Narcotics Investigators respond to meth labs and provide drug-related training to many different audiences statewide.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:High school diploma.Firearms’ training is mandated for peace officer requirements and liability.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or closely related with coursework in criminal justice field from an accredited college or university.Five (5) years of investigative experience with a minimum of two (2) years as a full-time investigator handling a variety of felony investigations comparable to those a state agent is expected to handle.planning; report writing, coordinating the activities of multiple agencies and jurisdictions; criminal procedures, collection and rules of evidence, criminal justice information and privacy/security regulations, family services, Social Services and Institutions and law enforcement and investigation including criminal justice information. Knowledgeable, proficient, and skilled in the use of firearms. Knowledgeable regarding proper procedures for writing and executing search warrants, investigative subpoenas, and forfeiture documents. Skill in using all types of complicated equipment necessary to conduct criminal investigations; making correct/legal and appropriate decisions in highly stressful situations; communicating effectively verbally and in writing; Skilled in drafting and presenting search warrants, investigative subpoenas and forfeiture documents to prosecutors and judges for review and issuance.Skill in examining all types of evidence to determine its relevance to the prosecution of the case and to properly document its relationship to the case and criminals. Procedures followed include standards of law enforcement and criminal investigation profession, best practices in investigation, and federal, state, and local regulations.family services (MCA, Title 52); Special Instructions:The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered.Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:Criminal History Fingerprint CheckIntensive Background CheckDriving HistoryPsychological Evaluation Drug TestingMedical EvaluationHOW TO APPLY:To be considered for this position, you must attach a resume at the time of application.Your Resume: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the resume to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.Medical, dental and vision coverage· Retirement plans· Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays· Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts· Employee Assistance ProgramState of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.