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Detroit Public Schools Community District lists this Detective opportunity in detroit, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Job Description
Job Title
Position Title: Detective
Location: Detroit Public Schools Community District Public Safety Department
Salary: $30.65/Hourly
Reports to: Detective Lieutenant
Bargaining Unit: Teamsters
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Telecommuting Eligibility: Site based. Not eligible for telecommuting
In accordance with the Agreement between Teamsters, and the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit, the following vacancy is announced.
Position Summary:
Police Detectives are plainclothes investigators responsible for conducting thorough and objective investigations into crimes and violations of state and federal laws. This includes gathering and analyzing evidence, conducting interviews with complainants, witnesses, and suspects, reviewing records, and monitoring suspect activity. Detectives are responsible for preparing detailed reports and completing all necessary documentation for judicial proceedings, including arrest and search warrants.
This position requires strong investigative skills, sound judgment, and the ability to clearly articulate findings in both written reports and courtroom testimony. Detectives must work collaboratively with internal and external partners while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
In addition to investigative responsibilities, Detectives may be required to perform uniform duties as needed to support District operations, including school and community events, safety initiatives, and other assignments as directed.
Failure to meet the minimum qualifications will result in your application not being reviewed
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be licensed by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards within the last years
Must have a minimum of two years¿ police investigation experience with a MCOLES licensed agency
Must possess excellent writing skills and be prepared to submit examples of Any warrant signed by county prosecutor
Must possess great communication skills
Must be self-motivated and accountable
Must be computer proficient (Microsoft office suite, TLO, TALON etc.
Must be able to interpret and apply complex laws and have experience testifying in a court of law
Must be available to perform ¿On Call¿ duties twice a month
Must be able to work alone with minimal supervision or in group settings at times
Must be able to effectively plan and organize workload, prioritize tasks, organize schedules and meet deadlines
Must be able to efficiently tag evidence properly
Must be able to articulate and provide all details and materials of assigned investigations to immediate supervisor or command leadership
Must record and maintain all files and/or records of various suspects and provide updates to supervisors in a timely manner
Maintain communication with the victim(s) and keep current files with addresses, cellphone numbers, places of employment, etc.
Must be able to analyze and maintain a record of all evidence and maintain files on all investigations to be presented in court
Essential Functions:
Coordinate and manage assigned investigations by planning activities, organizing workload, and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive case files; prepare detailed reports and investigative correspondence in a timely manner.
Ensure all investigative work is thorough, accurate, and submitted promptly.
Testify in court and present investigative findings clearly and professionally.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with supervisors, colleagues, victims, and external partners.
Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and the Prosecutor¿s Office to support case development and prosecution.
Conduct investigations involving crimes against persons and property, including but not limited to assaults, sex crimes, burglary, threats, and homicide, and make arrests when necessary.
Apply knowledge of relevant laws, departmental policies, and law enforcement practices within the District .
Effectively interact with and manage cases involving both juvenile and adult offenders.
Adhere to DPSPD PD policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and directives.
Demonstrate and uphold DPSCD PD Core Values in all duties and interactions.
Utilize and continue to develop effective interview and investigative techniques.
Maintain professionalism, sound judgment, and confidentiality in all aspects of the role.
Perform uniformed duties as needed to support District operations, including school-based and community events, safety initiatives, and other assignments as directed.
Security Clearance:
Internal Applicants
If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit to a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.
External Applicants
In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at point of hire.
Method of Application:
Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position and all applications require a resume to be considered.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.
Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at (email protected) or phone at .
DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability and/or religion. Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at or detroitk12.org/compliance.
Worksite address
detroit, MI, 48228, US
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