STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Detective (1st Shift)

SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY

Recruitment #260818-9019PS-001

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Introduction

Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), Connecticut State Colleges and Universities. Southern is a diverse and student-centered university dedicated to academic excellence, access, and service for the public good.  Southern provides a supportive and welcoming environment for all members of its community through a campus wide commitment to social justice.  We are located in New Haven, CT - a city rich with arts and culture, less than 90 miles from New York City and 140 miles from Boston

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Detective for the University Police Department.  NOTE: Preference may be given to current BOR/CSCU employees and/or current State of CT employees prior to filling the position with an external applicant.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Southern Connecticut State University Police department has been an organized police department since 1982. We provide police services to the university population of over 12,000 faculty, staff, and students. There are approximately 3,000 students residing on the campus. Our campus is located in New Haven, Connecticut, on 171 acres, which include nine high-rise residence halls, 36 other buildings, sports fields, 12 parking lots, and three parking garages: a 1200-car garage, a 600-space garage, and a 450-space residence garage. University Police personnel has increased to a present level of 27 police officers, which includes the chief of police, deputy chief of police, one lieutenant, four sergeants, one detective, and 19 patrol officers. There are also five dispatchers and 18 University Assistants. The university police also are responsible for the shuttle service.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
ABOUT US:

Founded as a teachers college in 1893, Southern has evolved over the past century into a comprehensive public university of more than 9,000 students. As one of the four State of Connecticut institutions of higher learning in the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities System (CSCU), the university offers both undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. 

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 

TO APPLY:
  • You must specify your qualifications on your application.
  • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.  If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the individual listed on this job posting. 
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
  • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.  
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  • Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class in the next twelve (12) months.
  • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
CONNECT WITH US:
Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Siraje Owen, owens7@southernct.edu.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

At the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities and Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services this class is accountable for performing investigations related to criminal and civil matters.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Investigates a variety of criminal and civil matters within agency, township jurisdiction or other designated area of authorization involving general public, students, patients and employees; 
  • Secures incident scene, obtains and analyzes evidence using investigative tools and equipment; 
  • Interviews victims, witnesses and suspects; 
  • Develops leads to aid in resolution of crimes or incidents; 
  • Prepares reports; 
  • Applies for and serves arrest and search warrants; 
  • Serves subpoenas; 
  • Arrests, books and presents arrestees in court; 
  • Completes bail bond forms; 
  • Conducts accident reconstructions, threat assessment intelligence investigations and background investigations for select personnel; 
  • Assists in training of department personnel; 
  • Serves as fiduciary of property room having authorized access; 
  • Packages, labels, logs and sends evidence to forensic, computer or toxicology laboratory for examination; 
  • Reviews judicial forms for all evidence to ensure accuracy and delivers to court for filing; 
  • Records, organizes, stores and safeguards evidence for court proceeding purposes or court order disposal instructions; 
  • Impounds motor vehicles; 
  • May provide court testimony; 
  • May perform Police Officer duties or other related duties as required;
  • Performs related duties as required. 
Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services: 

  • Investigates and prepares reports for Office of the Attorney General and Claims Commissioner for lawsuits and claims filed against agency; 
  • Conducts criminal and administrative investigations as assigned; 
  • Participates in background investigations; 
  • May provide education and/or training programs to departmental staff, patients and consumers; 
  • May perform Police Officer functions as required;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; 
    • police and security practices and procedures; 
    • various criminal and civil matter investigation techniques including but not limited to homicides, narcotics, crimes against persons, crimes against property, and identify theft; 
    • criminal law; 
    • court procedures; 
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
    • interviewing skills; 
  • Considerable investigative ability; 
  • Ability to
    • lead other employees; 
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer in an organized police department or within state service.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Candidates for this class are subject to selection standards pursuant to Section 7-294-a-e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council.
  • Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain authority from the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection to "arrest and present before a competent authority any person for any offense committed within his precinct." (Connecticut General Statutes 29-18 and/or 10a-142).
  • Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to Section 7-294-a-e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. Loss of certification will result in removal from the class.
  • Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
  • Incumbents in this class must be eligible and qualified to bear arms.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to maintain certifications pursuant to the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council and/or agency requirements.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required, to perform the duties of the class.
  • Applicants may be required to pass a physical examination.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to unpleasant and/or dangerous situations which could cause injury or loss of life.

Conclusion

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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.


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