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Job Title:  

Criminal Investigator 3

Agency:

State Board of Pardons and Paroles

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007290

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$65,808.19

Job Description:

Criminal Investigator III (DOM) District Operations Manager

Ideal Candidate will have 3 or more years experience as a Community Supervision Officer, Probation or Parole Officer

**This is a Telework/Field Position which requires statewide travel and will have a vehicle assigned**

JOB DETAILS:

Violations Process

• Review delinquent reports and determine the severity of violations.
• Handle routine and emergency phone calls to include but not limited to warrant requests, recommendations/guidance on case procedures and on policy.
• Recommend appropriate disciplinary actions for Parole violations to include sanctions ranging from verbal reprimands to the request that a Board Warrant be issued. 
• Utilize discretionary authority to request issuance of a Board Warrant and then to determine if that warrant should be  filed as a fugitive in Georgia only or nation-wide.

Hearing Process

• Determine if a parole violator should be continued under parole supervision or if it is in the best interest of public safety to proceed with the revocation process.
• Schedule and conduct Preliminary Parole Hearings statewide to determine if probable cause exists to proceed to a Revocation Hearing. 
• Prepare the Preliminary Parole Hearing Findings based on supporting testimony and evidence and recommendation for further action. If indicated, authorize immediate release from custody prior to Board review.
• Schedule and serve as Hearing Officer and assistant to Board Member when conducting all Final Revocation Hearings statewide.
• Complete all pre and post hearing documentation including but not limited to subpoenas, revocation orders and coordination memorandums for Department of Corrections.

Programs

• Upon thorough review of cases, either at pre-revocation or post revocation status, make referrals to Parole Board programs to include but not limited to: Valdosta Parole Center, Washington Detention Center, Electronic Monitoring, and local counseling program.

Commutations

• Review, recommend, and investigate cases eligible for commutation.
• Prepare a thorough report  to the Board.
  

Law Enforcement Function

• Performs law enforcement function as authorized in O.C.G.A. section 42-9-48 and 42-9-9.1.  Carries out all duties and responsibilities of a Criminal Investigator.
• Receives 20 hours of POST certified training annually.
• Re-qualifies with firearm bi-annually with a score of at least 240.
• Provides security for Board Members when engaged in public events or in public places including, but not limited to the State of Georgia.
• Participates in special operations or law enforcement details across the state
• Transport parole violators  back to the State of Georgia that have been cleared for extradition.
• Attends Regional Task Force meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, Georgia P.O.S.T. certification, and two (2) years of related experience; or Georgia P.O.S.T. certification and four (4) years of experience in law enforcement or related field; or Georgia P.O.S.T. certification and one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Criminal Investigator 2 (PSP091) or position equivalent.--Note: Some positions may require the incumbent to have a valid Class C driver's license.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.