Criminal justice instructor Jobs in Houston, TX

Criminal Investigator

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Conducts criminal and fraud investigations while enforcing criminal laws and institutional regulations that promote the protection and safety of SCI assets, associates, and guests on SCI property. Manage investigations in concert with local law enforcement.

Job Responsibilities

• Investigates criminal activity and coordinates efforts and discovery with local law enforcement.
• Conducts skillful interviews of suspects, complainants, and witnesses to obtain information beneficial to the investigation and the apprehension and conviction of offenders.
• Conducts crime scene searches appropriately searching for and preserving evidence; maintains evidence custody records. Takes crime scene photos. Reviews security / surveillance footage.
• Conducts surveillance, investigations, and internal investigations.
• Prepares investigative and activity reports, maintains records, follows evidence custody procedures, and responds to correspondence. Maintains confidentiality including securing evidence from unintentional breach.
• Builds working relationship with law enforcement agencies to facilitate cooperative investigations.
• Gives credible testimony in the criminal and civil courts.
• Emergency call out may be required to remain onsite or work extended hours during man-made or natural disasters.
• Identifies physical and cash handling criminal vulnerabilities; advises on appropriate and reasonable security and safety preventative measures to mitigate criminal activity.
• Completes complex and unique assignments independently. Self manages workload, communicating and clarifying deliverables and expectations. Collaborates with colleagues on investigative techniques. Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from manager. Adjusts quickly to new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Recommends efficiencies to team and manager. Documents work as part of deliverables, resulting in high quality materials for internal and external usage.

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Education

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