County Detective - Auto Theft Task Force

About the role

This is investigative work at the full-performance level for the Lehigh County District Attorney's Office. The position conducts investigations for use in prosecuting criminal cases involving stolen motor vehicles and related offenses.

Responsibilities

• Locate and recover stolen vehicles
• Identify vehicle theft trends
• Conduct chop shop investigations
• Identify stolen vehicles that have been disguised through VIN altering and/or title washing
• Investigate fraudulent vehicle purchases
• Investigate carjackings
• Interview victims of auto theft and suspects
• Use technology pertinent to auto theft investigations
• Collect forensic evidence
• Testify at criminal proceedings
• Write reports
• Collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies to reduce and prevent incidents of auto theft
• Conduct auto theft and auto theft-related investigations
• Interview suspects and witnesses
• Collect evidence
• Conduct surveillance and make arrests

Requirements

• Current certification (ACT 120) under the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) required

This position reports directly to the Chief County Detective.