OAG - Criminal Investigations | Sergeant | 26-0323

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • El Paso, TX • 22h ago

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00056734 You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section

GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Criminal Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Sergeant that performs investigative law enforcement work. Work involves investigative work within the Money Laundering and Organized Crime Unit. Work includes conducting criminal investigations of violations of various state and federal statutes.The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the Stateand#8217;s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSConducts in depth technological investigations and surveillance operations Documents the investigative process by preparing records and reports Evaluates and summarizes legal aspects of investigations, recommending action as appropriate Identifies, gathers, and examines evidence, including complex records of individuals, associates, and corporations Locates, contacts, and interviews potential witnesses and suspects Obtains and prepares affidavits, statements, and confessions Participates on entry team to execute search warrants and make arrests Participates in raids, searches, manhunts, and other operations Participates in executing court orders, warrants, and subpoenas Testifies as a witness in trials or formal hearings, and provides trial assistance to lead attorney as requested Performs related work as assigned Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from high school or equivalent Education: Sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or a closely related field; experience in the following (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis: investigative law enforcement Experience: Four years of full-time law enforcement investigative experience Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and other applicable state and federal statutes Skill in researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations Skill in applying investigative techniques and procedures to assigned cases Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, meeting deadlines AND maintaining a high caseload Skill in effective oral and written communication Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave) Ability to achieve 64% or better of VO2 max on the 2000 meter row utilizing a Concept 2 Rower or meet a minimum score of 64% for their age and/or gender when performing the 500 Meter Row or the 4 Minute Row. Ability to use and care for firearms; to use intermediate impact weapons and Oleoresin Capsicum spray; to use physical tactics; to conduct investigations; to evaluate, analyze, and investigate allegations of wrongdoing; to prepare reports; to prepare criminal cases for prosecution; to communicate effectively; and to train, lead, and/or prioritize the work of others Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs. Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20% Certifications: Must be certified as a Texas peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Licensure: Must possess a valid driverand#8217;s licensePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Master Peace Officer License (TCOLE) Experience: Ability to investigate Money Laundering/Financial/Organized Crime @type offenses Knowledge: Agency rules, policies, procedures and basic understanding of Money Laundering/Financial/Organized Crime offenses Skills: Advanced use of interview, interrogation skills and knowledge of basic forensic tools Abilities: The ability to investigate complex cases and work within a federal task force environmentTO APPLYTo apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_LawEnforcement.pdfTHE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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