The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) offers an attractive benefits package. The benefits package includes competitive compensation, health insurance, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, short and long term disability and life insurance, as well as strong retirement benefit and savings options. Employees are also eligible for our employer contributed 401a plan after one year of employment. Additional benefits such as discounts on wireless carriers, gym memberships, amusement park tickets and much more! Additional information can be found at DCHR Benefits
COVID-19 Vaccination
The Government of the District of Columbia values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for a job with the Government of the District of Columbia, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs. As a new employee, you must submit proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or you must request an exemption from your representative. If you are requesting an exemption, you will be required to submit to weekly testing.
This position is located in the Homeland Security Bureau, Joint Strategic and Tactical Analysis Command Center, Investigative Support Section.
The Criminal Research Specialist position is covered under the National Association of Government Employees (NAGE) bargaining unit and you may be required to pay an agency fee through direct payroll deductions.
The incumbent will be responsible for the following:
Research and obtain data and information from automated and manual resources and networked databases in direct support of investigations
Receives, prioritizes and validates requests for investigative assistance, and determines the appropriate procedure and protocols in order to initiate the collection and dissemination of the investigative information in a timely manner and designated format
Summarizes, disseminates and/or exchanges investigative information to authorized personnel, law enforcement agencies and criminal information networks
Maintains the proper security and confidentiality of all information created or encountered for the purpose of complying with federal and local laws and regulations concerning access to and dissemination of criminal information
Communicates with field investigators and criminal intelligence officers via radio or telephone in an office setting to assist in identifying and locating suspects and potential witnesses, obtaining and providing information useful to investigators, such as surveillance data, criminal histories, and places of residence and employment, etc., using various restricted access resources
Assist in the initial investigation and tracking of GPS units that may assist in the identification and location of potential suspects and/or witnesses
Review and dissemination of information from surveillance video tapes and audio records
Monitor tip lines, obtain relevant information from outside agencies (OUC, DMV, etc.), conduct appropriate link analysis, reviews social media internet sites for potential investigative material, and review all information and intelligence to determine additional action
Operates technologically advanced video systems and computer applications, including, but not limited to: CCTV (crime cameras), automated license plate readers (LPR), Shotspotter, JUSTIS, WALES II, NCIC, Columbo, Morpho Face, TLO, Cobalt, etc.
Creates, maintains and updates spreadsheets, databases, files and networks, ensuring their security, confidentiality and integrity
Prepares reports and other documents for detectives and investigators
May be required to testify in court
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Skill in problem solving and identification and resolution of conflicting information.
Knowledge of The Jencks Act, Brady Material and related Federal, State (Maryland and Virginia) and local DC laws, rules and regulations that govern evidentiary material.
Knowledge of legal terminology and legal forms
Knowledge of Department guidelines, current accepted management theory, techniques, and practices.
Knowledge of effective communication skills necessary to convey sensitive and accurate information
Ability to deal with demanding and uncooperative individuals.
Skill to conduct research using various law enforcement and networked databases.
Knowledge to prepare presentations and to conduct briefings for the Command staff on the results of work efforts.
Knowledge to prioritize tasks with competing deadlines.
Licensures, Certifications and other requirements
N/A
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in a Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred, but not required.
Work Experience
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the (CS-09) grade level, or its non-District equivalent, gained from the public or private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position directly related to the position.
Work Environment
Work is performed in an office setting and in departmental sites throughout the District of Columbia.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS
This position is considered an “Essential” position. This position is part of a 24/7 operation and is subject to non-traditional work hours including rotating shifts, shift works, and working weekends and holidays.
A background investigation including criminal history, traffic and credit checks is required for positions within the Metropolitan Police Department.
The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s permit.
If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.
The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited.
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