Non-Commissioned Investigator; Ord. Paralegal, Senior

The Seattle Police Department is seeking former law enforcement officers with at least ten years of commissioned law enforcement experience to work in the Investigations Bureau as Investigation Support Analysts. These positions will complete in-custody rush file cases for court filings and respond to requests for more information from a prosecutors’ office. Cases would be prioritized based on the severity of the crime and the likelihood of the subject being held at first appearance.

In addition, these positions will undertake analytical work to assist investigative units and patrol with thorough, precise, and timely information directly related to the furtherance of their criminal investigations. This includes tracking and analyzing crime trends, providing statistical information, running criminal histories, requesting 911 recordings, releasing and/or re-releasing evidence housed in  to the prosecutor, all as necessary to perform the duties above or under the direction of a detective to assist with the completion of an investigation.

• Performs specific analysis for an investigation at the direction of a sworn detective utilizing specific department software.
• Complete in-custody rush file cases for court filings.
• Respond to requests for more information from a prosecutor’s office.
• Pulling criminal histories, requesting 911 recordings, releasing and/or re-releasing evidence housed in  to the prosecutor.
• Accessing digital imprints related to persons and/or events that may contribute to broader investigations as well as identifying persons attempting to commit crimes using aliases, fraudulent identities, and usernames.
• Tracking citywide criminal trends and patterns.
• Monitoring criminal activity, performing analysis, and preparing reports utilizing crime data.
• Providing threat assessments to the department based on internet and social media trends.
• Producing hot sheets and reports associated with crime patterns.
• Preparing weekly crime numbers reports and specialized maps.
• Providing statistical information.
• Other duties as assigned by sworn detectives and/or the chain of command.

Requires a bachelor’s degree and four years of experience performing paralegal duties; or a certification from a nationally accredited paralegal training institution and five years related experience (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). Must have demonstrated ability to lead projects and/or people.

Former law enforcement officer with at least 10 years of commissioned law enforcement experience (which is considered an equivalent background to perform the work of this position).

• Must pass a Seattle Police Department background investigation.
• This position is a hybrid position based on the unit’s needs. The City requires employees to report in person a minimum of 3 days a week (subject to change). Individual schedules will be based on an agreement between the employee and their supervisor.

The Seattle Police Department is comprised of approximately 1,600 dedicated law enforcement professionals all committed to creating and fostering a work environment that is collaborative, innovative, and leading the way in law enforcement principles and practices. Ours is a culture that encourages top performers to adhere to a standard of excellence in the identification of and resolution to complex challenges. At SPD we acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and pledge ourselves to creating and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City’s website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The full salary range for this position is $43.12 to $50.33 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $43.12 hourly. Current City employees’ starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) regular position with full benefits. This is a Civil Service position eligible for overtime.

• Apply online ttle.gov/jobs. Please refer to:
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• Attach a resume and a cover letter that provide additional information on why your skills and experience make you qualified for this job.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you have any questions, please contact Roth Lim .