Special Investigator/State Detective I-IV - Human Trafficking
New Castle County
Recruitment #070825-uuba22-150100
| Opening Date | 7/8/2025 12:00:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 7/22/2025 11:59:00 PM |
| Type of Recruitment | Exempt-Non Merit |
| Salary | Yearly: $43,142/min - $65,831.82/max (Please note: This reflects the FY25 salary range) |
| Salary Plan | DAGI |
| Pay Grade | |
| Shift Hours | 8:00am - 4:30pm |
| Employment Type |
Actual Vacancy |
| Employment Term |
Regular |
| Agency | Legal/Office of Attorney General/Non-Merit-Exempt |
| 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 Human Trafficking Unit, established in 2022 by the
Delaware Department of Justice, is a specialized team dedicated to
investigating and prosecuting cases involving forced labor and sex trafficking
across the state. The unit takes a proactive, victim-centered approach, working
closely with law enforcement agencies, service providers, and community
partners to dismantle trafficking operations, support survivors, and raise
public awareness. The unit plays a key role in identifying trafficking
patterns, executing search warrants, and pursuing criminal charges against
traffickers and those who contribute to the demand.
The Special Investigator will support the Human Trafficking Unit by conducting investigative work aimed at identifying, disrupting, and prosecuting trafficking operations across the state. This role involves close coordination with law enforcement partners, prosecutors, and victim services organizations. This position may also be assigned to other investigative or operational duties in furtherance of the Department of Justice’s mission, as outlined in 29 Del. C. § 2504, which authorizes the Attorney General and the Department of Justice to investigate matters involving public peace, safety, and justice, and to direct the activities of state detectives.
Job Requirements
- Minimum five years law enforcement experience.
- Ability to investigate complex and difficult cases both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to prepare comprehensive investigative reports for review by a Deputy Attorney General for civil and criminal complaints.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Current or recent Police Officers Standards Training (“POST”) certification.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), DELJIS, NCIC, and LEISS.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to qualify to carry a DOJ-issued firearm.
- Willingness to travel and attend various training opportunities as needed.
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 7/22/2025 upon filling the vacant position.
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.
- This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Benefits
Department of Justice Benefits Include:
- 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/