Police Detective
Core
Conducts criminal investigations, testifies in legal proceedings, and provides uniformed police services to support the safety and security of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh community.
Role type
Sworn law enforcement detective (investigations)
Builds
Criminal investigations, legal testimony, community safety
Domain
Higher education / Law enforcement
Required skills
Criminal investigation, legal testimony, report writing, firearm proficiency, search warrant execution, interview and interrogation techniques, multi-disciplinary coordination
Preferred skills
Advanced investigative training, evidence/forensics, sexual assault/trauma-informed interviewing, campus policing, case-management software, bilingual skills, critical thinking
Technologies
Case-management software, records systems, forensic tools
Responsibilities
Conduct criminal investigations to identify perpetrators and prevent crime; Testify in court or administrative proceedings; Prepare accurate written reports of investigations; Provide guidance and mentoring to police officers; Serve as investigator in specialized units (narcotics, gang activity); Provide uniformed police services at special events
Seniority
Mid-level sworn officer (3+ years experience)