General Investigations Detective (DCJS L.E. Certified) ...

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTGeneral Investigations Detective (DCJS L.E. certified) - Part TimeStarting Salary: $30-40/ hourly (Negotiable with qualifications and experience)Background:The Fredericksburg Police department is accepting applications for the position of General Investigations Detective. Detectives are responsible for the prevention, detection, investigation, and prosecution of criminal violations related to crimes against persons and property in the City of Fredericksburg. Detectives may be assigned to investigate any type of crime, but assignments are typically made based upon the detective's training and experience. Detectives may be required to specialize in particular areas including, but not limited to: sex offenses, domestic violence, fraud, property crimes, major felonies and forensics.Part-time Detectives at the Fredericksburg Police Department work a flexible schedule approved by the Division Commander. This position may also require work outside the normal schedule to complete the mission. This part-time position requires a total of 24 hours of work commitment per week, for a total of 48 hours in a two-week work cycle. Salary will be commensurate with training and experience. Minimum requirements include: Current Virginia DCJS Certified officer with 3 years' experience in law enforcement.Have previously documented experience as a detective, investigator, agent, or other field of specialized criminal investigatory activitiesFull Resume No more than two moving violations within previous 24 monthsNo current or previous revocations of suspension of license within previous 60 months due to a moving violationUndergo a background investigation including fingerprint-based criminal history records inquiries to both the CCRE and FBIUndergo a physical examination, subsequent to a conditional offer of employmentPolygraph ExaminationMust complete lawfit courseDuties:All detectives assigned to the General Investigations section are responsible for the following:Upon being hired, completing a modified Field Training & Evaluation Program Producing well-documented reports, supplements, and investigationsTestifying in Court and Grand Jury proceedingsAssisting patrol officers with certain casesMaintaining liaison with other agencies and detectivesSharing information with other detectives and agencies regarding certain investigationsWorking irregular hours upon short notice and participating in call-outs for major incidentsCarrying a department issued cell phone and subject to be called back to work when neededWilling to work in an undercover capacity as requiredWorking closely with victim advocates, Commonwealth Attorneys, Social Services, and other service providersAny other duties requested by a supervisor or the Detective Division CommanderPreferred Skills and Abilities:Candidates must possess an avid interest in being a General Investigations Detective and should possess the following in order to be successful:Knowledge of laws and procedures related to criminal investigationsKnowledge of search and seizure laws and proceduresKnowledge of crime scene and evidence managementKnowledge of interview techniques to include but not limited to:Reid Interview and InterrogationChildFirst Forensic InterviewingPolygraph ExaminationsCrisis Stabilization/Crisis NegotiationKnowledge of Virginia Department of Forensic Science Evidence Handling TechniquesVirginia Department of Forensic Science academy alumniFingerprint Examination/AFIS experienceKnowledge of Computer/Mobile Device forensicsExperience from any specialty task force assignmentAbility to work with minimal supervision or direct supervision where applicableAbility to use computers to research informationWillingness to follow directions to achieve the goals and objectives of the divisionAbility to react quickly both mentally and physically to potentially dangerous situationsNOTE: No significance should be placed on the order of these skills and e be part of a knowledgeable and amazing work team committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community. All City employees are committed to our

Created: 2025-11-15