Position Title:Criminal InvestigatorJob Description:This is a non-supervisory position for sworn law enforcement officers. The incumbent is expected to serve as the primary Criminal Investigator to the college-wide community within the mission, goals, and objectives of the agency in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws. This role serves district-wide and is subject to call-out after hours as necessary.GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTIONAll Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
Be a citizen of the United States
Must possess a current police officer certification through the MS Board of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (BLEOST) or other equivalent.
Must have a minimum of five (5) years of law enforcement experience; criminal investigative experience preferred.
Must not have a criminal history
If prior military must have an honorable discharge
If prior law enforcement, must not have been terminated for reasons of criminal activity, moral turpitude or other disciplinary grounds.
Must not be legally prohibited from possessing firearms.
Possess a good work history
Display a history of showing respect for the law and the rights of others
Free from addictive or excessive use of either alcohol or drugs or use of any illegal substances
Free from any debilitating conditions or any other significant physical limitations or disabilities which would, in a physician's opinion, impair the applicant's ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of a police officer or complete the required minimum training requirements.
Be psychologically capable of exercising appropriate judgment or restraint in performing the essential duties and responsibilities of a police officer.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s preferred.
Law Enforcement Academy training (Certified by MS BLEOST)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES , include the following.
This position has a on-call responsibility meaning the incumbent may be required to respond after hours as directed by agency leadership.
Primarily responsible for the investigation of all felony criminal cases (and others as assigned) throughout the Hinds Community College district.
Interview complainants, witnesses and suspects
Prepare affidavits, warrants witness statements, etc. as required for presentation to Judicial and/or College Disciplinary authorities
Prepare written reports for presentation to: Judicial and/or Disciplinary Authority, Insurance Agencies, Law Enforcement Entities and College authorities
Testify in legal, disciplinary and civil or regulatory proceedings.
Organize and maintain criminal and investigative records as required by policy, local/state/federal laws and regulations.
Serves as agency evidence manager. Collecting, storing and maintaining evidence as required by state and federal laws or regulations.
Validate and confirm criminal statistics and assist institutional Clery Compliance and Title IX Investigators with annual reporting as required by federal law.
Collaborate with institutional organizations, other local/state/federal law enforcement agencies and public/private entities in criminal investigations and prevention initiatives.
Examples of work performed:
Routinely reviews Hinds CC police records, identifying cases for follow-up and providing agency leadership with regular case status updates district-wide.
Routinely inspects Hinds CC police evidence and property collected and ensures best practices are followed.
Assists Patrol Division by performing a variety of police duties, such as:
Patrolling assigned area on foot or in police vehicles to detect crime or violation of college regulations and to arrest violators; patrols parking lots, outlying Hinds CC properties and buildings to ensure their security.
Regulates pedestrian and vehicular traffic; investigates traffic accidents and files preliminary accident reports; checks all automobiles on College property for improper parking, overtime parking and display of College registration decals; issues tickets for vehicular violations.
Assists emergency ambulance service and provides emergency first-aid treatment to members of the College community and to visitors; provides emergency escort service to the College community and to visitors where necessary.
Observes, detects and reports any unauthorized situations, which may lead to illegal or prohibited actions on campus, which could jeopardize the safety of the College community.
Maintains public confidence and support by emphasizing public relations through providing information about the College related matters to students, staff, and the general public.
Provides security for special College events; provides transfer for College monies.
Prepares criminal cases and presents testimony in court or other hearings concerning traffic violations, criminal offenses, and disciplinary matters.
Participates in the conduction of various crime prevention training programs, as directed, to promote public awareness of crime risk and prevention methods.
Provides security for special events.
When the Governor of the State of Mississippi or the President of Hinds Community College declares a State of Emergency, it is the responsibility of all personnel of the Campus Police Department to ensure the safety and security of the College.Therefore, each Officer and any other essential Department personnel will be required to come to work as assigned by the Chief of Police or their designee. This shall include the voiding of any and all days off and the extension of duty hours. Any Officer or personnel failing to meet this duty requirement will face possible termination.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:As assigned by Supervisor or Office of the Chief of Police / Director of Public Safety.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement setting; an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or run for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally climb and balance; regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry light to moderate weights; frequently lift and/or move moderate to heavy weights; occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights more than 50 pounds.
Operate office equipment including use of computer; requires a sense of touch, finger dexterity, and gripping with hands and fingers; ability to speak and hear to exchange information.
Ability to operate multiple types of motor vehicles, and operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment, including guns and handcuffs, and verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision:
See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing:
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, in high/precarious places, with firearms and explosives, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results .BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:Hinds Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Hinds Community College conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, previous employers and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.MissionHinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.VisionHinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.ValuesHinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:
Integrity
Diversity
Excellence
Accountability
Leadership
Stewardship
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:EEOC Compliance: Coordinator of Campus Culture and DiversityBox 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3458 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.edu .Title IX : Associate Vice President Student Services, Title IX CoordinatorBox 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu .Full Time/Part Time:Full timePosition Type:12 Month 260 DaysJob Classification:PoliceScheduled Hours:40
