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Cortland County Department of Social Services
Investigator
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What they do
A Criminal Investigator works on criminal cases either as a police detective or private investigator. Investigates people accused of crimes, gathers evidence from crime scene or other searches, reviews evidence gathered by other law enforcement officials. Collects information that may be used for criminal prosecution.
$62,282 / year median in New York
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The work involves responsibility for conducting investigative work in the Office of the District Attorney. The position involves investigation of crimes, interviews of suspects and witnesses, collecting and preserving evidence, and other related crime detection duties. The incumbent is also responsible for acting as a liaison between the District Attorney's Office and various other law enforcement agencies. The work is performed under the general supervision of the District Attorney and Assistant District Attorneys with wide leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in planning and carrying out the details of the work. Incumbents are required to work in accordance with established practices and procedures and are required to be on call 24 hours a day; may work nights and weekends. The incumbent is a Police Officer as defined under New York State Criminal Procedure Law 1.20(34) and will carry a handgun. Does related work as required.