Special Investigator/State Detective II-IV Child Predator Task Force/Criminal Div.

Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) - Kent County

Recruitment #041926-UUBA17-150100

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Introduction

Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, fight fraud, and protect consumers in the First State.

In meeting this mission, Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and staff in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights and Public Trust Divisions. Each of the more than 500 staff who work in the Office of the Attorney General are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion.

Deputy Attorneys General, with critical support from criminal special investigators, victim service specialists, paraprofessionals, and administrative staff, prosecute criminal cases, enforce consumer laws, provide counsel to state agencies, ensure the public's access to open government, protect the abused, and much more.

Summary Statement

There is an immediate need for a Special Investigator in the Criminal Division, Delaware Child Predator Task Force. The Task Force offices are located in Dover, Delaware. This Special Investigator will work directly with the Deputy Attorney General assigned to the Task Force and law enforcement officers from Task Force affiliate agencies in pre-arrest and post-arrest investigations, as well as prosecution arising from the online sexual exploitation of children and related crimes. Task Force Special Investigators are supervised by the Deputy Attorney General assigned to the Task Force.

Special Investigators with the Task Force are trained to initiate and build cases involving the online sexual exploitation of children, as well as respond to tips and referrals. Special Investigators must manage a complex caseload, investigating crimes related to technology-assisted sexual exploitation of children, primarily arising from CyberTips provided by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Task Force Special Investigators are also responsible for interviewing witnesses, obtaining evidence, drafting and presenting electronic search warrants, attending court proceedings, testifying when appropriate, and providing overall prosecution assistance to Deputy Attorneys General on specific cases.

Special Investigators prepare and submit timely reports of interviews and investigations and maintain professional relationships, as well as strong lines of communication and coordination, with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies on Task Force cases. Special Investigators assigned to the Task Force will be exposed to varying degrees of computer technology. Training will be provided as needed to meet expectations and the evolving needs of the Task Force.

Special Investigators assigned to the Task Force are frequently exposed to child exploitation material and should consider this before applying.

Special Investigators are required to maintain professional certification in numerous areas, including CJIS, DELJIS, NCIC, AutoTrack, and other areas of expertise and databases specific to the Task Force.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties, of a similar kind, not listed here.

• Conducts investigations, which includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence and documenting findings.
• Interviews witnesses, obtains evidence, attends court proceedings, and testifies when appropriate and provide overall vertical assistance to Deputy Attorney Generals on specific prosecutions or investigations. 
• Verifies claims of alleged or probable violations.
• Examines various records and documents in order to ascertain relevant information.
• Identifies, gathers, collects, evaluates and preserves evidence.
• Makes judgments after evaluating all available facts and recommends appropriate action.
• Interprets and applies applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Prepares comprehensive and timely investigative reports; documenting interviews and other investigative efforts. 
• Testifies in criminal courts, before a Grand Jury, or during an administrative hearing (if requested by an administrative body).
• May conduct surveillance and undercover investigations.
• Prepares criminal cases for prosecution.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to investigate and prosecute complex cases.
• Maintains professional liaisons and strong lines of communications with other law enforcement partners.

Job Requirements

  1. Minimum five years law enforcement experience, with training and experience in sex crimes.
  2. Ability to investigate complex and difficult cases both independently and as part of a team.
  3. Ability to prepare comprehensive investigative reports for review by a Deputy Attorney General for civil and criminal complaints.
  4. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  5. Current or recent Police Officers Standards Training (“POST”) certification. 
  6. Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), DELJIS, NCIC, and LEISS.
  7. Possession of a valid driver’s license.
  8. Ability to qualify to carry a DOJ-issued firearm.
  9. Willingness to travel and attend various training opportunities as needed.

Additional Posting Information

  • Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.
  • This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.  
  • This posting may close on or before 7/11/2026 upon filling the vacant position(s).

Conditions of Hire

  • Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.
  • Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.  This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

Benefits

Department of Justice Benefits Include:

  • May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
  • State of Delaware healthcare plan.
  • State of Delaware pension plan.
  • Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
  • 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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