DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves responsibility for the administration and operation of the Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations units. An employee in this class exercises control for the planning, organizing, coordinating, motivating and controlling of law enforcement personnel assigned to units engaged in criminal investigations to include all major felony cases; drug possession trafficking and manufacturing crimes; abused persons unit including sexual assault and child abuse cases; pursuit of wanted persons and fugitives; coordinating with federal agencies such as DEA, FBI, USMS and all specialized units utilized to complete these tasks. This is an administrative function which receives assignments through conference with the Sheriff or Undersheriff. Assignments, other than the effective and efficient operation of the Division, are based upon enforcement and/or directional changes wished to be pursued by the Sheriff. The day-to-day operational activity of the Division remains consistent with enforcement of all Federal, State and local Laws, Rules and Regulations promulgated for the protection of citizens. Review is undertaken through conference and submission of written reports and complaints received on the Divisions operation. Considerable latitude for independent judgement is exercised by the incumbent in carrying out daily operations, technical details of the work and in solving crimes. Indirect supervision is exercised over the entire Division and general supervision is maintained over several subordinate second-level supervisors. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Plans, organizes, coordinates, motivates and controls supervisory personnel methods and practices relating to criminal investigation activities and problems.

Directs special task forces and assignments and reports progress and findings to Sheriff or Undersheriff.

Reports to the Sheriff or Undersheriff on a continuing basis all matters which affect the efficiency and effectiveness of investigations.

May serve as Duty Chief for the entire Sheriff's Department.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Comprehensive knowledge of modern criminal investigative methods and practices and the use of good judgement in solving law enforcement problems.

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, organization, effective management, Ethics Code and work processing.

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.

Ability to use a computer.

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate investigations.

Ability to supervise in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Ability to prepare, understand and interpret written material.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None

01/2023 Date of Original Composition