Special Investigator - Texas Department of Family and Protective Services : Job Details

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This is a specialized position requiring previous experience as a police officer. This is not an entry-level opportunity.

CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prior Police Experience: Applicants must have significant prior experience in law enforcement roles. This includes experience at the federal level or as a member of military police forces.

Professional Background: Only candidates with a solid background in investigative roles within law enforcement will be considered for this position.

APPLICATIONS:

We will strictly be considering candidates who meet the above requirements. If you have a background in law enforcement and wish to apply your skills in a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to submit your application.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This is a specialized position requiring previous experience as a police officer. This is not an entry-level opportunity.

CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prior Police Experience: Applicants must have significant prior experience as a police officer; preferably detective and investigative experience. This includes experience at the federal level or as a member of military police forces.

Professional Background: Only candidates with a solid background in investigative roles within law enforcement will be considered for this position.

APPLICATIONS:

We will strictly be considering candidates who meet the above requirements. If you have a background in law enforcement and wish to apply your skills in a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to submit your application.

Work involves investigating cases that are of a high profile or high-risk and may require a joint investigation with local law enforcement due to alleged criminal acts. Assists the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Investigation Supervisors by providing consultation and assistance to the investigation of complex cases. Provide forensic investigation techniques and investigation skills. Accompanies DFPS staff on investigations and provides information on criminal statutes, law enforcement procedures, and legal issues when circumstances warrant. Provides feedback to DFPS staff on effective investigation techniques from a law enforcement perspective, may carry a small caseload within the unit, provides training to and serves as a consultant to DFPS staff. Interacts routinely with DFPS staff, supervisors, clients, law enforcement professionals, medical professionals, legal professionals and others involved in the investigative process. Attends civil and criminal court proceedings as required.