Senior Investigator - Internal Affairs - Dallas Police (Civil Service)

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The Senior Investigator is a civilian professional responsible for conducting and managing complex, sensitive, and high-profile investigations related to personnel, workplace conduct, and policy compliance within the City of Dallas Police Department. This position ensures all investigations are thorough, impartial, and compliant with legal and organizational standards.

• Extensive knowledge of investigative techniques, employment law, and best practices in HR and administrative investigations, with a focus on law enforcement environments.

• Expertise in gathering and analyzing evidence, conducting thorough interviews, and preparing comprehensive investigative reports in accordance with policies and legal standards.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously, independently prioritize caseloads, and maintain strict confidentiality and impartiality throughout the investigative process.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective interaction with officers, civilian staff, community members, and leadership.

• Advanced computer proficiency, including use of case management and investigation tracking software for documenting, managing, and reporting on internal affairs cases.

• Skilled in digital evidence collection and management, including review of video footage, dispatch records, and electronic communications.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, excellent ability to gather and analyze data, write comprehensive reports in a concise format, and create and present executive summaries  of completed investigations.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to transparency, accountability, and fair treatment of all individuals.

• Familiarity with records management systems, public records request processing, and secure file-sharing platforms.

• Must pass an intensive background investigation and drug test.

• No FELONY or Class A MISDEMEANOR convictions.

• No Class B MISDEMEANOR convictions within the last ten (10) years.

• No family violence convictions.

• Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any FELONY, Class A or Class B MISDEMEANOR.

Salary Range

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Human Resources, or Public Administration.

• 20 years of experience in law enforcement with thirteen (13) years of lead experience conducting law enforcement investigations.