Criminal Investigator 1/2/3

The Insurance Fraud/Auto Theft Unit is a statutorily created section within the Office of State Police, Bureau of Investigation. The primary investigative responsibility of personnel within the section is to initiate inquiries, conduct independent investigations into allegations of insurance fraud and auto theft in any municipality or parish in the State of Louisiana, and perform other related law enforcement duties. The incumbent of this position will function to provide investigative services designed to aid the Office of State Police in fulfilling its objectives and mission and shall be under the direct supervision of a State Police Sergeant.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

• Investigates violations of state criminal laws, conducts administrative investigations and investigations of regulatory violations enforced by the department through statute.
• Gathers evidence, prepares warrants, and effects arrests.
• Locates and interviews witnesses and testifies in court.
• Conducts undercover operations, assumes undercover roles, and conducts physical and technical surveillance.
• Prepares necessary reports on investigations.
• Makes physical arrests and transports fugitives.
• Performs background investigations.
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Appointment Type:Thisposting may be used to fill a probational appointment, job appointment, or promotional opportunity.

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Criminal Investigator 1, 2, or 3.

Location:This vacancy is located in theInsurance Fraud/Auto Theft Unitin the Office of State Police, located inCalcasieuParish.

• Criminal Investigator 1(PS-112)--$1,764.80
• Criminal Investigator 2(PS-113)--$1,888.00
• Criminal Investigator 3(PS-115)--$2,161.60

The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

How To Apply:

Applicantsmust have Civil Service test scores for the2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE)to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test here.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background check(s).

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

For more information, please contact:

Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Kristin Garcia
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA 70896
Fax: 225-925-3970
kristin.garcia@la.gov