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Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Regular - Other
Job Number: 24-00392
Department: Prosecutor
Division: Prosecutor
Opening Date: 03/29/2024
Closing Date: 4/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is advanced and technical investigative work related to serious felony High Priority Offender (HPO) cases being prepared for trial by the Pierce County Prosecutor's Office with emphasis on the evidentiary and legal issues crucial to successful prosecution. An employee in this classification may assist in complex investigations requiring a high degree of skill and experience in murder, armed robbery, aggravated assaults/rapes, white collar or organized crimes, fraud, embezzlement, and other property related investigations.
Incumbents will also perform other specialized investigative tasks as it relates to HPO cases. The Criminal Investigator assigned to the HPO Unit also acts as liaison with law enforcement community and coordinates the activities of detectives, the Medical Examiner's Office and the State Crime Laboratory's use of forensic investigative techniques and equipment in HPO case preparation. This employee will not supersede or replace the duties and responsibilities of the lead Detective in criminal cases. Work is performed with considerable latitude and use of independent judgement. Assignments are issued and work is reviewed by the Chief Criminal Investigator.
Why It's a Great Department:
The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is committed to the recruitment, hiring, retention and promotion of a diverse staff. Our commitment to diversity creates a strong and collegial office that promotes respect for the community we serve.
We take great pride in a collegial environment. We are supportive of one another, highly competent and thrive on the collective teamwork of those who work in our Department. We have high standards in our work product and for the support we provide our clients.
How to be Successful in this Role:We are looking for a Criminal Investigator who exercise independent judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness in performing duties related to the work. You will perform duties with professional discretion and within office guidelines, professional ethics and standards, and legal requirements. The ability to work under pressure with tight timelines is essential.
Your Future in this Role:This is a great opportunity to give back to the community in which you live and help Make Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Position Summary
Oversight of High Priority Offender Program
Oversight of DNA Compliance Program
Qualifications
Special Requirements/Qualifications:
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce. Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind. We are proud to offer Employee Resource Groups, a focus on professional development in our , and a County Book Club.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of and , , staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Our benefits:
Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave.
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:
Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days
A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.
Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.
Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows:
New Year's Day - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday - Third Monday in January
President's Day - Third Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Juneteenth - June 19
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day - December 25
Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.
Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.
Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.
Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County. Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit website for more information.
Telework/Remote Options:
Some departments allow for telework or work-from-home options dependent on the body of work. Learn more about our telework policy
**All employees are required to be WA State residents after 30 days of employment.
Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Regular - Other
Job Number: 24-00392
Department: Prosecutor
Division: Prosecutor
Opening Date: 03/29/2024
Closing Date: 4/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is advanced and technical investigative work related to serious felony High Priority Offender (HPO) cases being prepared for trial by the Pierce County Prosecutor's Office with emphasis on the evidentiary and legal issues crucial to successful prosecution. An employee in this classification may assist in complex investigations requiring a high degree of skill and experience in murder, armed robbery, aggravated assaults/rapes, white collar or organized crimes, fraud, embezzlement, and other property related investigations.
Incumbents will also perform other specialized investigative tasks as it relates to HPO cases. The Criminal Investigator assigned to the HPO Unit also acts as liaison with law enforcement community and coordinates the activities of detectives, the Medical Examiner's Office and the State Crime Laboratory's use of forensic investigative techniques and equipment in HPO case preparation. This employee will not supersede or replace the duties and responsibilities of the lead Detective in criminal cases. Work is performed with considerable latitude and use of independent judgement. Assignments are issued and work is reviewed by the Chief Criminal Investigator.
Why It's a Great Department:
The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is committed to the recruitment, hiring, retention and promotion of a diverse staff. Our commitment to diversity creates a strong and collegial office that promotes respect for the community we serve.
We take great pride in a collegial environment. We are supportive of one another, highly competent and thrive on the collective teamwork of those who work in our Department. We have high standards in our work product and for the support we provide our clients.
How to be Successful in this Role:We are looking for a Criminal Investigator who exercise independent judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness in performing duties related to the work. You will perform duties with professional discretion and within office guidelines, professional ethics and standards, and legal requirements. The ability to work under pressure with tight timelines is essential.
Your Future in this Role:This is a great opportunity to give back to the community in which you live and help Make Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Position Summary
Oversight of High Priority Offender Program
- Identify potential offenders for inclusion in the HPO program.
- Monitor offenders using various data bases and activating the qualifying offenders into the program if they meet the criteria.
- Notify appropriate Team Chief when the qualified offender commits a new qualifying felony.
- Track the offenders through the prosecutorial process to its conclusion.
Oversight of DNA Compliance Program
- Track all convicted offenders who are required by Superior Court to provide a DNA reference sample for inclusion in the CODIS database.
- Query LINX database each month for all convicted offenders to identify offenders who failed to comply with their requirement to provide a DNA sample.
- Provide names of non-compliant offenders to Pierce County Corrections so a LINX alert can be placed on those offenders and they can be sampled the next time they are booked into the jail.
Qualifications
- A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice or related field, And
- Four or more years of advanced Criminal Investigative experience with a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency.
- Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruitment requirements.
Special Requirements/Qualifications:
- A valid Washington State driver's license may be required when travel is required of the position.
- Ability to successfully complete all required background investigations.
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to:
- If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce. Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind. We are proud to offer Employee Resource Groups, a focus on professional development in our , and a County Book Club.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of and , , staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Our benefits:
Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave.
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:
Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days
A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.
Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.
Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows:
New Year's Day - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday - Third Monday in January
President's Day - Third Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Juneteenth - June 19
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day - December 25
Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.
Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.
Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.
Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County. Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit website for more information.
Telework/Remote Options:
Some departments allow for telework or work-from-home options dependent on the body of work. Learn more about our telework policy
**All employees are required to be WA State residents after 30 days of employment.
