Investigative Support Specialist - County Attorney

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

18h•$23 - $31

About The Position

The Pima County Attorney's Office (PCAO) is seeking an Investigative Support Specialist to work in our Detectives Division. The Investigative Support Specialist performs specialized technical work in researching, obtaining, summarizing, and disseminating confidential investigative information to support various law enforcement operations. This position also ensures the accuracy, integrity, and security of the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) network, adhering to modern data privacy standards and regulations. Provides training and support to enhance the capabilities of investigative support staff. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in criminal justice, law enforcement, legal terminology, or related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR: Two years of experience with Pima County working in a criminal justice, legal, or law enforcement administrative job classification.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Valid driver license is at time of application.
Valid AZ driver license is at time of appointment.
The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Some positions must possess and maintain as a condition of employment the Terminal Operator for ACJIS certification.
Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
This position requires satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related legal field.
Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a law enforcement agency or similar government organization.
Minimum two (2) years of experience accessing and analyzing law enforcement data as well as opensource intelligence.
Minimum two (2) years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive research and obtains data and information from a variety of sources, including automated systems and the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) network, to support law enforcement investigations and operations within the Sheriff's Department or County Attorney’s Office
Prioritizes and validates requests for research assistance, determining the most appropriate procedures to collect and provide investigative information promptly and in the required format
Summarizes and disseminates investigative information to authorized personnel, law enforcement agencies, and relevant criminal information networks, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding access and dissemination of criminal information through the ACJIS operating manual
Maintains strict security and confidentiality protocols for all encountered information, adhering to established guidelines and procedures
Communicates with field investigators via radio or telephone from an office setting to assist in identifying and locating potential witnesses, obtaining pertinent information such as surveillance data, criminal histories, and financial records using restricted-access resources
Retrieves information from surveillance video tapes and audio records, copies video footage, and assists in organizing images in the picture database (MUG)
Operates advanced audio and video systems effectively
Maintains, updates, and secures spreadsheets, databases, files, and networks to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of information
Indexes, classifies, compiles, codes, and files records, reports, and documents accurately
Prepares reports for submission to the Department of Public Safety, County Attorney’s Office, and other relevant agencies regarding information inquiries and usage
Conducts training and orientation sessions for new employees on the use of investigative information resources, including the ACJIS network, picture database (MUG), evidence materials, and surveillance tapes
May provide testimony in court proceedings as needed
May assume a leadership role over clerical/administrative support staff