Investigator (GMG/SEG 2)

Job Overview:

Under the general direction of the Senior Investigator, the Investigator is required to carry out detailed and comprehensive investigations into complaints against the security forces and other agents of the State. The incumbent is also responsible for reporting on the status or outcome of the investigation in keeping with the Act and policies of the Commission. He/she is responsible for responding and evaluating crime scenes to include observing, documenting, and ensuring the collection, securing, preserving, and maintaining of chain of custody for all physical evidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifies breaches of law or policies, through the conduct of investigations, and makes appropriate recommendations; 
• Provides updates and periodic progress reports to the Chief Investigator and/or Senior Investigator, on all investigations within his/her purview; 
• Attends and performs all functions related to incident scenes, Post Mortem Examinations and Court; 
• Determines, in consultation with the Chief and/or Senior Investigator, the scope and complexity of investigations to be carried out; 
• Inspect relevant Public Bodies or Security Force, to include records, weapons and buildings which are relevant to the cases being investigated, and extracts records and evidence, as deemed necessary; 
• Interviews and records statements from complainants, suspects and persons who may be of assistance in the conduct of an investigation; 
• Prepares detailed, periodic progress reports of investigations, for submission to the Commission, incorporating comments, findings, conclusions and possible alternative courses of action, resulting from investigations; 
• Conducts research into relevant laws, policies and other professional or international standards, to aid in the conduct and determination of investigations. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Sound knowledge of investigative policies and evidence-gathering techniques 
• Sound knowledge of the functions, powers and jurisdictions of the security forces and agents of the state 
• Working knowledge of Jamaican law, constitutional rights, international human rights and rules of criminal procedure and evidence 
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant computer systems and software available to assist in conducting criminal investigations, information gathering and case development activities 
• Superior communication skills, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences, including local, national, regional and international Agency officials 
• Demonstrated skills in evidence-gathering methodologies 
• Reasoning Power - ability to make risk assessment of situations, anticipate and solve problems and take advantage of opportunities 
• Ability to evaluate information and demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Undergraduate Degree in Law, Social Sciences, Forensic Science, Humanities or any other related discipline; 
• Three (3) years working experience in the Courts or Criminal Justice System or other investigative experience; 
• Certification in investigative methods, from an accredited Institution or Police Force is an asset.

Thank you for your interest; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted