DCJ Juvenile Investigator #260804-1323DC-001

The State of Connecticut, Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal matters in the State of Connecticut. It is an independent agency of the executive branch of state government, established under the Constitution of the State of Connecticut. The Division is composed of the Office of the Chief State's Attorney and the Offices of the State's Attorneys for each of the thirteen Judicial Districts in the State of Connecticut.

About the Role

We are recruiting for one (1) full-time DCJ Juvenile Investigator for Juvenile Matters in Rockville, Waterford, and Willimantic. The position is located in Tolland County. This position generally works Monday through Friday, based on a 40-hour work week, with core hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Although the physical office will be in Rockville, candidates may be required to travel within the state in the course of their daily work. The incumbent will be required to complete a background check prior to the start date.

Responsibilities

• Screen, review, prioritize, and prepare incoming files.
• Ensure all case file information necessary for prosecuting is complete.
• Obtain relevant documentation (e.g., police reports, hospital records, toxicology laboratory reports).
• Locate individuals.
• Prepare case synopsis and chronology for the prosecutor.
• Respond to inquiries from victims regarding case progress.
• Interview clients and victims in juvenile matters.
• Locate and interview potential witnesses.
• Act as a liaison with law enforcement agencies.
• Prepare charts and diagrams related to trial.
• Act as liaison with forensic witnesses.
• Assess client potential and eligibility for placement and rehabilitative programs.
• Prepare written reports of investigations.
• Confer with juvenile prosecutor regarding investigative activities.
• Serve subpoenas and related legal documents.
• Maintain liaison with DCJ Inspectors, DCJ Investigators, probation staff, and a variety of other persons or agencies.
• May examine and photograph crime scenes and other relevant locations.
• May arrange referral to social service agencies.
• May transport clients and victims to court proceedings.
• May testify on results of investigations.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience as a law enforcement officer.
• A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience.
• Valid motor vehicle operator license and a vehicle available for daily business use.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of relevant state laws and regulations; investigative methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence and legal processes.
• Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; interviewing skills.
• Ability to gather and interpret data.
• Experience with standard office procedures and computer software programs (Microsoft Office).
• Demonstrated experience in a variety of interrelated processes, tasks, and operations.
• Experience using computers to work with law enforcement agencies to secure and manage digital evidence such as photographs, videos, 911 calls, and recordings from body and dashboard cameras.

About Us

The Division of Criminal Justice (Division) and its employees are committed to the fair and equal administration of justice in Connecticut. The Division acknowledges its duty to investigate and prosecute matters within its jurisdiction diligently, ethically, and impartially, honoring its constitutional and common law foundations. By ensuring that the criminal laws of the State of Connecticut are enforced fairly and constitutionally, the Division honors the rule of law upon which our nation is founded.