Detective - El Dorado Police Department

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El Dorado Police Department - Detective
Compensation:
Hourly Range $
Your starting rate will fall within the posted range.

Benefits
Medical, dental and vision (up to 80% paid by the City of El Dorado)
Sick & Personal leave
Work-Life Balance programs: military leave, civil leave, bereavement leave
On-duty workout time with on-site workout facility
YMCA membership allowance, good at any Greater-Wichita YMCA location ($15 a month paid by the City of El Dorado)
KP&F Retirement with DROP eligibility
Optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan
EMPAC Employee Assistance Program

The El Dorado Police Department is a highly progressive and professional agency providing dedicated service to the citizens of El Dorado since 1917.

The Detective is responsible for investigating felony offenses, processing crime scenes, securing and managing evidence, and supporting successful court proceedings.

• Conduct skilled investigations into crimes against persons and property.
• Review police reports, conduct follow-ups, and analyze crime-trend data.
• Interview and interrogate complainants, witnesses, and suspects; obtain written or recorded statements.
• Apprehend suspects and make lawful arrests.
• Process crime scenes; secure, classify, and manage evidence; prepare and submit crime lab requests.
• Review cases for prosecution, prepare detailed investigative reports, consult with prosecutors, and testify in court.
• Maintain communication with police personnel and provide assistance during emergencies.

• Maintain control and accountability of departmental evidence using evidence management software and barcoding systems.
• Ensure proper handling, packaging, and chain-of-custody for all evidence, including items requiring special procedures.
• Advise staff on proper evidence collection and preservation.
• Dispose of property according to established procedures once cases are adjudicated.

• Maintain strong community engagement through regular personal contact.
• Represent the department in interactions with social service agencies and community partners.
• Work collaboratively with groups and individuals to address public safety concerns and problem-solve.
• Review intelligence and statistical reports to identify and address community issues.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all levels of patrol duties as required.

• Prepare various reports including investigative reports, field interrogations, DUI reports, impound forms, and more.
• Coordinate and supervise the training and development of subordinate officers.
• Collaborate with other city departments and law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain availability by radio or telephone for emergencies.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Must be a certified law enforcement officer in the State of Kansas or have the ability to obtain Kansas certification through the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Patrol Officer.
• Completion of at least 20 hours training related to Criminal Investigations.
• History of completing cases and paperwork accurately and on time.
• Must be in good standing with the El Dorado Police Department or current employing agency, defined as having no disciplinary actions within past year, a satisfactory or higher performance evaluation, and no substantiated administrative investigations within the past year.
• Must meet all requirements listed in the Patrol Officer job description.

• 21 years of age or older before hire date.
• Citizen of the United States.
• If military service has been rendered discharge must be honorable or equivalent.
• No convictions of DUI/DWI or other serious driving violation in the past 5 years.
• Has a high school diploma or furnishes evidence of successful completion of an examination indicating an equivalent achievement.
• Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of employment. Must obtain a valid Kansas Driver's License within 30 days of employment.

For more information check out our El Dorado Police Department career page.

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