• Criminal Investigator 1

    State of Georgia (Fulton County, GA)


    Criminal Investigator 1

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    Secretary of State, Georgia - SOS

     

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    Aug 27, 2025 Post Date

     

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    POSITION SUMMARY :

    Under general supervision of the Investigations Area Supervisor, the Criminal Investigator I conducts criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations related to the authority granted to the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

    + Perform work of considerable difficulty in conducting criminal and administrative investigations for the Office of the Secretary of State.

    + Support enforcement efforts of the Office of the Secretary of State as well as the various boards which operate in collaboration with the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State.

    + Enforce Georgia statutes/policies and applicable rules of the boards.

    + Investigate alleged or suspected violations of Federal, State, or local laws/rules and regulations.

    + Conduct thorough and comprehensive investigations and prepare reports upon conclusion.

    + Prepare and submit reports that detail investigative findings and proposed responses and/or resolutions.

    + Examine records in order to locate links in chain of evidence or information.

    + Identify case issues and evidence needed based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of violations.

    + Receive complaints and intelligence pertaining to possible violations of criminal and administrative statues, rules, and regulations under the authority or enforcement powers of the Secretary of State.

    + Cooperate and collaborate with other state, local, and federal agencies on appropriate cases.

    + Collaborate with other authorities on activities such as surveillance and research.

    + Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records.

    + Conduct background investigations.

    + Provide testimony in criminal, administrative, and civil proceedings.

    + Maintain mandatory P.O.S.T. in-service training requirements for certification.

    + Statewide travel is required.

    + Perform other related duties as assigned.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES :

    + Ability to use legal and appropriate use of force in confrontational situations.

    + Ability to prepare clear concise reports in appropriate styles and formats.

    + Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making.

    + Ability to use all assigned equipment appropriately and effectively.

    + Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

    + Ability to use proper and effective interviewing techniques.

    + Knowledge of law enforcement databases and other available sources of information.

    + Knowledge of legal procedures and processes.

    + Knowledge of federal, state, and agency laws, policies, procedures and regulations.

    + Knowledge of general investigative techniques.

    + Ability to effect arrests.

    + Knowledge of court and administrative proceedings.

    + Ability to conduct surveillance, use covert devices, and interview individuals.

    + Knowledge of case management tools, techniques, technology, and software.

    + Ability to recognize trends in criminal activity/behavior.

    + Ability to effectively multi-task, prioritize and manage large numbers of cases.

     

    SUPERVISION REQUIREMENT : None required

     

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Three (3) years in law enforcement or related field. Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) (PBLE) certification in the state of Georgia is required. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be age 21 or older and a United States citizen, and possess a strong moral character

     

    Note: Employment in this position is contingent upon the passing and certification of the required medical and physical examination process.

     

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None

     

    EDUCATION REQUIREMENT : Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.

     

    Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and must meet the prerequisites and complete the Basic Law Enforcement Training Program certification; or two (2) years of experience in law enforcement or related field and Georgia P.O.S.T. certification. Note: Some positions may require the incumbent to have a valid Class C driver's license.

     

    Additional Information

     

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    + Requisition ID: LAW0ALP

    + Number of Openings: 1

    + Advertised Salary: $60,400.00

    + Shift: Day Job

    + Posting End Date: Sep 10, 2025