Special Investigator/State Detective I-IV - Extraditions Unit
Administrative Division -- New Castle County
Recruitment #081624-UUBA22-150100
| Opening Date | 8/16/2024 09:00:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 9/12/2024 12:00:00 PM |
| Type of Recruitment | Exempt-Non Merit |
| Salary | Yearly: $43,142/min - $65,831.82/max |
| Salary Plan | DAGI |
| Pay Grade |
011 013 015 016 |
| Shift Hours | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Employment Type |
Actual Vacancy |
| Employment Term |
Regular |
| Agency | Legal/Office of Attorney General |
| Location(s) |
Carvel State Office Building: (820 N French St., Wilmington, DE, 19801) |
Introduction
Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, fight fraud, and protect consumers in the First State. In meeting this mission, Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and staff in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights and Public Trust Divisions. Each of the more than 500 staff who work in the Office of the Attorney General are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion. Deputy Attorneys General, with critical support from criminal special investigators, victim service specialists, paraprofessionals, and administrative staff, prosecute criminal cases, enforce consumer laws, provide counsel to state agencies, ensure the public's access to open government, protect the abused, and much more.
Summary Statement
The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking an exceptional and highly skilled individual to join the Extradition Unit within the Administrative Division in the New Castle County office as a Special Investigator/State Detective. The Extraditions Unit is responsible for extraditing fugitives from anywhere in the United States and its territories. This position requires extensive travel in vehicles and commercial airlines. State Detectives assigned to Extraditions must be flexible with their schedule as transportation of fugitives often occur outside of normal office hours.
Essential Functions
The Special Investigator/State Detective is required to handle all aspects of their extraditions, including, but not limited to prisoner movement and security, anticipating, and resolving potential problems while moving a fugitive, and the logistical support of those operations.
The Special Investigator/State Detective is expected to maintain professional contacts and communications with all law enforcement partners involved in the extradition process.
Job Requirements
- Substantial experience as a law enforcement officer.
- Current POST certificate formally known as Council on Police Training (COPT) certificate.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to qualify and carry a weapon
- Proficient with the computer applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Maintain professional certification in CJIS, DELJIS, NCIC, Patriarch, and firearms certifications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Posting Information
- Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.
- This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.
- This posting may close before 9/12/2024 upon filling the vacant position(s).
Conditions of Hire
- Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
- Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
- May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal)
- State of Delaware healthcare plan
- State of Delaware pension plan
- Over 4 weeks of vacation per year
- 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.