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JOB DESCRIPTION
-POLICE OFFICER (DETECTIVE) -
Supervised B Detective Sergeant
Supervises: No supervisory responsibility
Position: None exempt
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of a Detective Lieutenant, a detective assumes the responsibilities of
performing specialized police work in the investigation and detection of crime. Interrogates
suspects, questions witnesses, procures and preserves evidence, and prepares detailed reports on
case assignments. Protects life and property through prevention activities, and the enforcement of
laws and ordinances. Uses considerable judgment, initiative and skill.
Essential Job Functions, Responsibilities and Duties:
An employee in this position must be able to perform all of the essential job functions of a police
officer and may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These
examples do not include all of the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To
perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function
satisfactorily.
Assumes responsibility for the investigation of major crimes scenes.
2. Assists patrol division in the completion of investigations.
3. Interviews complainants, witnesses and others in gathering evidence; analyze related
circumstances and makes detailed written reports of results.
4. Coordinates investigations with other officers and police agencies.
5. Conducts, concludes and reviews results of investigations of crime; prepares written
reports and reviews investigations with the Prosecutor.
6. Locates, collects, preserves and prepares evidence for presentation in court and appears in
court to present such evidence.
Conducts follow-up investigations as directed by the Detective Lieutenant.
8. Conducts surveillance of suspects and criminal activity.
9. Schedules and attends polygraph examinations of suspects.
10. Maintains case management of active investigations.
11. Performs related duties as required, to include the completion of department business that
occurs outside the city limits (i.e. subpoenas, etc.).
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:
All of the following functions, qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities (KSA's) and duties are
essential. An employee in this class must meet all KSAs of a police officer, and:
• Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of criminal detection and investigation
to thoroughly investigate complaints.
• Skill in the techniques of fingerprinting, photography, interviewing, interrogation, and the
processing of evidence.
• Ability to prioritize work under changing and/or stressful situations to complete duties.
• Ability to assure that investigations are properly completed.
• Ability to gather and disseminate information for the benefit of the public and the
department.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a variety of settings, to include being outside,
in a vehicle, residences, businesses, or an office.
• Works in an office environment
• Exposed to weather conditions while performing investigations
• May work long hours or on varied shifts
• Work may require outdoor investigation
Rev. Feb. 2019