Investigative Services Officer

Summary Statement

The incumbent reports to an Investigative Supervisor and is responsible for conducting presentence investigations and preparing written recommendations for the sentencing of defendants.

This is a para-professional position primarily conducting presentence investigations and preparing presentence reports for Superior Court. These reports are used by sentencing judges to determine appropriate sentences for defendants convicted of criminal offenses in Superior Court. The presentence report is a legal document that can also be used by Appellate Courts, the Department of Correction and other agencies approved by Superior Court.

The reports include an in-depth investigation of the defendant’s criminal, social, educational and employment background; his/her medical, substance abuse, psychological or psychiatric conditions and the impact they may have had on his/her criminal activity and his/her need for treatment in specific areas that could lessen the defendant’s likelihood of reoffending. The work involves interviewing defendants and victims in criminal offenses, interfacing with judges, attorneys, law enforcement officers, court staff and others on a regular basis.

The work includes the review and summarization of confidential records; review of arrest histories, substance abuse, mental health and medical treatment records; review of other legal documents and recommending appropriate restitution to victims. The work culminates with the preparation of a confidential sentencing recommendation that complies with Delaware and Federal law, offers the best chance of rehabilitation for the defendant, offers general and specific deterrence to other potential defendants, provides justice to victims and protection for society.

This is a career ladder position.

• Establishes and maintains case files.
• Reviews legal documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Conducts confidential interviews with defendants, victims and other parties.
• Summarizes investigative reports, treatment records and other documents.
• Maintains current knowledge of State and Federal codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures concerning criminal sentencing.
• Maintains current knowledge of substance abuse, mental health and other treatment programs that are known to reduce recidivism.
• Complete other job duties not specifically listed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Investigative Services Officer

Preferential

Qualifications:

• Experience with the DELJIS, NCIC, JIC and ASOP computer programs.
• Experience with Windows-based computer applications.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

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The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.

Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

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