DCJ Juvenile Investigator

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 of Criminal Justice is composed of the Office of the Chief State's Attorney, located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and the Offices of the State's Attorneys for each of the thirteen Judicial Districts in the State of Connecticut. 

The DCJ is looking for a Juvenile Investigator for the Middlesex Judicial District Juvenile Matters, full time, 37.5 hours per week. This position will have core hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. This position will be located at GA 09 Middletown.

The successful candidate will:

• screen, review, prioritize and prepare incoming files;
• ensure that all case file information necessary for prosecution is complete;
• assist in the preparation and prosecution of GA level criminal cases as needed;
• obtain relevant documentation (e.g. police reports, hospital records, toxicology laboratory reports, video, etc.);
• locate individuals;
• prepare case synopsis and chronology for prosecutor;
• respond to inquiries from victims regarding case progress.

NOTE:  The incumbent will be required to complete a background check. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel within the State in the course of their daily work. 

In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.  Candidates invited to interview may be required to submit additional documentation which supports their qualification(s) for these position, such as a resume, performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

All communication with applicants will be through the JobAps system, so applicants are encouraged to check for updates to their JobAps portal account.  Please ensure that you are utilizing the correct email address for notices to be sent to you from the JobAps system.  Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.

Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DCJ.HR@ct.gov, 860-258-5800.

In the Division of Criminal Justice this class is accountable for conducting investigations related to preparation and prosecution of juvenile delinquency offenses and Families With Service Needs petitions.

In juvenile matters interviews clients and victims; locates and interviews potential witnesses; acts as a liaison with law enforcement agencies; prepares charts and diagrams related to trial; acts as liaison with forensic witnesses; assesses client potential and eligibility for placement and rehabilitative programs; prepares written reports of investigations; confers with juvenile prosecutor regarding investigative activities; serves subpoenas and related legal documents; maintains 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; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of relevant state laws and regulations; considerable knowledge of investigative methods and techniques; knowledge of rules of evidence and legal processes; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable interviewing skills; ability to gather and interpret data.

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.

The successful candidate will possess working knowledge of standard office procedures and computer software programs (Microsoft Office) and the ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated processes, tasks, and operations.  Candidates should possess sufficient computer skills to work with law enforcement agencies in securing and handling digital evidence in the form of photographs, video, 911 calls, body and dashboard cameras. 

In addition, candidates with the following are preferred: 

• Experience handling body camera footage and performing light editing via video software
• Experience creating PowerPoint presentations
• Experience or ability to use case management systems in detail
• Experience in writing arrest and search warrants

Candidates must have a valid motor vehicle operator license and a vehicle available for daily business use.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.