OAG - Sex Offender Apprehension Unit | Sergeant

OAG - Sex Offender Apprehension Unit | Sergeant | 26-0150

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The Criminal Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Sergeant that performs investigative law enforcement work. Work involves investigative work within the Sex Offender Apprehension Unit. The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout Texas, providing exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law.

• Conduct undercover investigations and surveillance operations
• Conduct background and personal history investigations, review records and verify information
• Document the investigative process by preparing records and reports
• Evaluate and summarize legal aspects of investigations, recommending action as appropriate
• Identify, gather, and examine evidence, including complex records of individuals, associates, and corporations
• Locate, contact, and interview potential witnesses and suspects
• Obtain and prepare affidavits, statements, and confessions
• Participate in raids, searches, manhunts, and other operations; and make arrests
• Participate in executing court orders, warrants, and subpoenas
• Testify as a witness in trials or formal hearings, and provide trial assistance to lead attorney as requested
• Perform related work as assigned
• Maintain relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
• Attend work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
• Ensure security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
• Comply with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity

• Education:
  
  Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Education:
  
  Sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or a closely related field; experience in investigative law enforcement may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis
• Experience:
  
  Four years of full-time law enforcement investigative experience
• Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and other applicable state and federal statutes
• Skill in researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations
• Skill in applying investigative techniques and procedures to assigned cases
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
• Skill in effective oral and written communication
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
• Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks in the designated OAG work space, and conduct in-person work with coworkers for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
• Ability to achieve 64% or better of VO2 max on the 2000‑meter row utilizing a Concept 2 Rower or meet a minimum score of 64% for their age and/or gender when performing the 500‑Meter Row or the 4‑Minute Row
• Ability to use and care for firearms; to use intermediate impact weapons and Oleoresin Capsicum spray; to use physical tactics; to conduct investigations; to evaluate, analyze, and investigate allegations of wrongdoing; to prepare reports; to prepare criminal cases for prosecution; to communicate effectively; and to train, lead, and/or prioritize the work of others
• Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
• Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs
• Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 50%
• Certifications:
  
  Must be certified as a Texas peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
• Licensure:
  Must possess a valid driver’s license

• Education:
  
  Master Peace Officer License (TCOLE)
• Experience:
  
  Fugitive Investigations
• Knowledge:
  Agency rules, policies, and procedures
• Skills:
  
  Advanced use of interview and interrogation skills
• Abilities:
  Ability to investigate complex cases

To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at Military Crosswalk.

The OAG is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management. Industry: Law Practice.