Job Bulletin 9/18/22, 2:59 PM

O OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY 18TH JUDICIAL

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DISTRICT
invites applications for the position of:

Criminal Investigator

SALARY: $38.46 Hourly

$6,666.67 Monthly
$80,000.00 Annually

DEPARTMENT: Investigations

OPENING DATE: 09/07/22

CLOSING DATE: 09/21/22 04:00 PM

DESCRIPTION:

Interested in joining the District Attorney’s office for the largest jurisdiction in Colorado with easy
access to the Denver Metro Area?

The 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office (serving Arapahoe County, Douglas County, Lincoln
County and Elbert County) has an exciting opportunity for a Criminal Investigator!

We offer a generous benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401K
matching, paid holidays and PTO! Additionally, the 18th Judicial District also provides:

Career advancement opportunities

On – going trainings / continuing education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunities for those who qualify 

This position performs a variety of semi-complex to complex investigations of conventional

crimes, as well as crimes filed and prosecuted through any of the Office’s specialized units in
support of the statutory requirements of the Office of the District Attorney. Assists in all
investigative aspects of the prosecution of cases, from pre-filing through final case disposition.

Investigators employed by the 18th 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 Chief Investigator and the Supervising
Investigators 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. 

The assignment of semi-complex conventional crimes, as well as complex, and often highly
sensitive criminal investigations requiring functioning autonomously under minimal supervision.
Knowing and abiding at all times by the professional standards and ethical requirements set forth

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in the Rules of Professional Conduct, relevant legal precedent, POST requirements and internal
professional and ethical expectations of the Office. Requires an exemplary and proactive work
ethic and attitude toward criminal investigation and prosecution.

JOB DUTIES:

(The following examples of essential duties are intended to be illustrative only, and are not
intended to be all-inclusive)

Conducts pre and post case filing investigations of semi-complicated conventional crime
activities, as well as complicated and often sensitive investigations; analyzes initial data to
determine probable criminal law violations, case validity, and course of investigation; prepares
preliminary witness/suspect lists, gathers evidence and documents through reports and
supporting evidentiary lists those findings of fact to be included in the case file. Performs
surveillance activities as necessary, researches a wide variety of records and related documents;
compiles, indexes, records and analyzes relevant data to develop case file as necessary for
court filing; employs various evidence gathering techniques, including but not limited to: witness
interviews, suspect interrogation, wiretaps, crime scene searches, polygraph analysis and crime
lab analysis. Meets periodically with attorney(s) to discuss case preparation, and advise in areas
(such as plea bargaining) on cases that are highly visible and sensitive. Coordinates
investigations with other jurisdictional police agencies as necessary; may act as case coordinator
to cooperating agencies' investigatory personnel; provides advice, expertise, or other assistance
to these agencies within the 18th Judicial District. Composes and prepares a variety of
moderately complex to complex reports and warrant affidavits as required by law and
established precedent; appears in court as required to testify as prosecution witness; serves as a
special investigator for Grand Jury proceedings. Ability to readily and independently prepare
search warrant – and court order - affidavits, and to plan and execute search warrants, arrest
warrants, orders for non-testimonial evidence seizure, and court-ordered production of records.
Performs all of the associated duties, including but not limited to: office and witness security,
meetings with attorneys, public relations, handling citizens' complaints/inquiries, process serving,
and transportation of case principals to court, may perform specialized functions in support of
fellow workers' professional standards requirements, e.g., weapons training and arrest
procedures.

Attends various professional meetings and seminars to exchange information and/or to discuss
current or innovative techniques related to the field of criminal investigation; provides technical
assistance/training to agencies within the 18th Judicial District; may provide assistance with the
preparation of annual unit budget requests.

NOTE: Every incumbent in this position is expected to be fully competent in all of these duties,
and independently capable of immediately performing all of these complex investigative
functions under adverse conditions and without significant supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Extensive knowledge of the civil and criminal law enforcement principles, procedures and

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techniques, statutes and ordinances applicable to the 18th 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, firearms, and other related equipment utilized in investigative work.

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. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors,
attorneys, fellow investigators, suspects, witnesses, other police agency personnel and the
general public; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with same.

EDUCATION:
Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field or any equivalent combination of
education and experience.  Colorado POST certification as a Peace Officer in the state of
Colorado.

EXPERIENCE: 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.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid

Colorado driver’s license, Colorado

Colorado POST certification as a Peace Officer, and minimally qualified as a marksman to

established unit standards. Physical ability to complete and maintain required arrest control and
firearms-retention training. 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May be designated primary (or “lead”) Investigator over

subordinate investigator on a case-by-case basis. Contingent upon experience, may be required
to supervise other investigator(s) in certain facets of their job. May act as case coordinator to
cooperating agencies' investigatory personnel. 

The assignment of semi-complex conventional crimes, as well as complex, and often highly
sensitive criminal investigations requiring functioning autonomously under minimal supervision.
Knowing and abiding at all times by the professional standards and ethical requirements set forth
in the Rules of Professional Conduct, relevant legal precedent, POST requirements and internal
professional and ethical expectations of the Office. Requires an exemplary and proactive work
ethic and attitude toward criminal investigation and prosecution. 

COMPLEXITY/RESPONSIBILITY: Work in the class follows established guidelines and

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generally accepted investigative techniques and principles, but may require incumbents to
choose between several alternative methods at critical points in the investigation to determine a
course of action. The complexity and high sensitivity of assigned cases often requires extensive
innovation on the part of the incumbent(s). Positions assigned to this class are responsible for
the safe operation of an office vehicle and other work related equipment, e.g., radio, bugging
devices, etc.; incumbents may have occasional custodial responsibilities for valuable evidentiary
items. Errors in judgment may result in false arrests, lost or destroyed evidence, or other
occurrences that would adversely affect a case, public relations, or employee relations, and may
have far reaching affects in operations.

SCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: Positions in this class are required to have

extensive contact with superiors, fellow workers, attorneys, suspects, witnesses, court officials,
other police agency personnel and the general public in situations that are often highly critical
and sensitive in nature and scope, and require well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability
to analyze, interpret and explain both factual and conceptual data.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is generally confined to an office environment or the field,

although certain aspects of investigations may subject incumbents to extended working hours
and potentially hazardous situations. Investigators are routinely “on call” and are subject
responding to dynamic and potentially dangerous situations at any hour. As such, each
Investigator is required to train, participate in, and engage in “active shooter” protocols
(scenarios) and remain prepared to respond to emergency situations on site.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: Position #321

https://www.da18.org/ CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR
BC
6450 S. Revere Parkway
Centennial, CO 80111
720-874-8500

hr@da18.state.co.us

Criminal Investigator Supplemental Questionnaire

* 1. Are you Colorado POST certified as a Peace Officer?

Yes No

* 2. What is your highest level of completed education?

High School Diploma or G.E.D
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
* 3. How many years of police experience do you have as a criminal investigator?
0 Years
1-2 Years
3-4 Years

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4 or more years
* 4. Briefly explain why you are interested in this position.

* Required Question

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