Are you looking for a great place to work that allows you to utilize your skillset in a fast-paced environment? Are you interested in serving your community? If you answered yes to these questions, then you need to apply for the Law Enforcement Specialist position.

The Law Enforcement Specialist, under minimal supervision, performs investigative tasks on low priority cases. Completes and enters criminal reports and legal documents into the computer system. Maintains written records of all correspondence with caseload information. Performs administrative functions, such as typing search warrants, arrest warrants, statements, affidavits, statistical reports and forms. Assists the public by taking in-person walk-in reports, phone reports and answers questions while referring them to the appropriate investigator or agency, when applicable. Assists detectives by using a variety of sources to investigate criminal activity.

Travis County offers a premier Total Rewards Package that includes a highly rated retirement plan, vacation and sick leave, 3 personal holidays, 12 company holidays, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, and vision, and a free employee health care clinic.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is a job classification within the Administrative Support job family. This is a specialized classification with duties similar but not identical to the Office Specialist title. Incumbents perform complex duties in the investigation and documentation of criminal activity. This classification is distinguished from the Office Specialist in the quasi-detective nature of the duties performed. This classification is distinguished from the Detective in that incumbents are civilians, do not have TCOLE training or possess formal arrest powers.

• Performs investigative tasks on low priority cases. Takes original reports from victims by phone or in an office setting. Makes contact with victims and takes sworn statements. Interviews witnesses and records statements. Collects evidence and records in case files. Generates criminal incident and supplemental reports in connection with criminal investigations. Enters supplemental reports that were submitted by detectives and supervisors (including stolen property) into computer system. Maintains written record of any and all correspondence with caseload information. Uses computer to inquire about sensitive information (such as criminal histories) for agencies. Uses a variety of resources, including textbooks, electronic databases, maps and assorted legal media to investigate criminal activity.
• Types legal documents for detectives, such as search warrants, arrest warrants, voluntary statements, affidavits of fact, probable cause affidavits, lab submission forms, statistics reports, clearance rates and crime rates. Composes and prepares correspondence. Assists the public in person and on the phone. Assists with budget preparation. Keeps monthly statistics. Serves as notary public for legal documents.
• Serves as civilian witness to voluntary statements and testifies in court, as required. Communicates with the County Attorney's Office and District Attorney's Office. Provides victims with information regarding assistance programs and referral agencies. Prepares photo line-ups. Prepares analysis of criminal trends and patterns to assist in investigations. May assist detectives in translation.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
High School diploma or G.E.D. AND four (4) years of responsible clerical experience, including use of legal terminology;

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Applicants are required to attach a resume with the online application.

Preferred:
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Previous experience with TCIC/NCIC
Basic knowledge of Texas Penal Code, Transportation Code, Criminal Code of Procedure


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Rules of criminal and civil procedures.
• Various legal instruments and terminology.
• Office procedures and policies.
• Evidence collection procedures.
• Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
• Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.
• Windows based software programs, MS word, MS Excel, Tiburon, Automated Report System (ARS) & Records Management System (RMS).

• Communicating effectively with victims, witnesses, law enforcement officers and others involved in criminal proceedings.
• Researching criminal histories.
• Documenting trends in criminal activities and other patterns related to solving cases.
• Performing administrative duties, such as typing reports and updating files.
• Operating a variety of modern office equipment, including a computer.
• Both verbal and written communication.

• Use independent judgment regarding release of confidential information.
• Maintain pleasant and courteous demeanor when working with Travis County Sheriff's Office employees, the general public, and other County departments and outside agencies.
• Serve as a witness, as required.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement officers, judges, attorneys, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, and the general public.