Investigative Support Specialist

Duties include providing investigators with the collection, analysis, and documentation of information pertinent to active investigations; performing a variety of technical law enforcement support work relative to cases being investigated by the detectives within the Criminal Investigation Division (CID); planning and carrying out detailed methods to attain desired objectives working within established policy; and using initiative and resourcefulness in developing processes and procedures.

Additional duties include responding to internal and external requests for information including the exchange of crime information with other law enforcement agencies; managing internal requests for cell phone mapping on active investigations; reviewing contents of extractions from electronic devices and public and law enforcement databases as well as social media accounts for evidence related to ongoing cases; and assisting with preparation of cases and submission to the appropriate District Attorney’s Office.

PAY GRADE GG16 / FULL PAY RANGE $24.24 - $34.18 PER HOUR ($50,436 - $71,112 ANNUALLY)

A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience required. Duties may involve access to sensitive Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS), which requires that a thorough background check be conducted. Candidates will be subject to a criminal history check. Must not have any criminal conviction above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or any Class B misdemeanor within the past 10 years;

other convictions may also be considered. Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) and Privacy Training must be successfully completed within the first five business days from start of work date; and must be maintained during employment. Must also obtain and maintain NCIC/TCIC, Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) and Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) certifications. A résumé must be submitted with application.