Detective Jobs in Chicago, IL

Posting Date

02 / 10 / 25

Application Deadline

03 / 06 / 25

Pay Range

33.00 - $48.00 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

County Attorney

About the Position

Are you an accomplished detective with extensive experience working on sex assault cases? Do you love gathering facts and collecting evidence? Then apply to be our SAKI Detective!

This position will work with other MCAO Detectives, a Sexual Assault Kit Initiative Analyst, a SAKI Victim Advocate, and a Program Coordinator to assist law enforcement agencies with solving cold case sexual assaults and bringing them forward for prosecution.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the pursuit of truth and justice!

This position is grant-funded and is subject to elimination if funding is discontinued.

About the Maricopa County Attorney's Office (MCAO)

We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. We are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims' services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!

Proud to Offer

Perform work with a greater purpose

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth and stability since 1871

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Exceptional work-life balance

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System

Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth / adoption) leaves

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

Extensive wellness program with $60 monthly medical premium discounts

Employee discounts for goods and services

Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

Five years of full-time law enforcement experience

Three years of sex crimes investigative experience in a full-time plainclothes investigative assignment, or equivalent, with a Federal, State, County, or municipal law enforcement agency

High School diploma or GED

Other Requirements

The applicant must be certified by the State of Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) as a full authority Peace Officer at the time of appointment OR qualify for Arizona Peace Officer certification within 30 days of appointment

The Appointing Authority does not provide police academy training to qualify applicants for the Arizona Peace Officer certification for this position

Applicants must submit to a pre-employment polygraph exam, a post-offer psychological examination, and physical / drug screening

Valid AZ Driver’s License upon hire

The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background investigation of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and prior to placement

We Also Value

Documented experience in the investigation of complex criminal cases

Experience working with prosecutors

Bilingual skills in English / Spanish

Experience investigating sexually involved crimes (sexual assault, sexually motivated homicide, etc.); specifically involving adult victims

Job Contributions

Conduct interviews of victims / witnesses in criminal cases

Locate witnesses and documents information and evidentiary items

Compose extensive reports, memos, and other correspondence using a computer

Serve criminal subpoenas, legal processes, and / or documents as required

Maintain AZ peace officer certification requirements in accordance with AZPOST Admin Code R-13-4-111 for all sworn positions

Meet with attorneys and assist in the preparation of cases for trial

Testify in court as required

Perform advanced, specialized, or original criminal investigations that may involve undercover or covert responsibilities, search warrants, and arrests

Communicate with and assist law enforcement agencies regarding sexual assault investigations within Maricopa County / State of Arizona / Nationwide

Review of criminal investigations involving partially tested evidence for outsourced lab testing

Develop and present sexual assault-related training for diverse audiences

Working Conditions

Office and enclosed areas in a fast-paced environment with frequent stressful situations

May require long periods of sitting while completing paperwork, standing, and moving about during the course of performing duties

Ability to travel to and from various county locations for court appearances, investigations, meetings, and trainings, utilizing personal or county-owned vehicles

From time to time, must be available to travel out-of-state for a couple of days for investigative purposes

Ability to move up to 20 pounds

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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