11/23/2026
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The City of Steamboat Springs is hiring a Criminal Investigator to join their team!
Pay Range: $37.59-54.50/Hourly
Performs specialized work in the investigation of criminal activities, community engagement, and crime prevention.
Works under the general supervision of the Investigations Division Sergeant.
May supervise and delegate duties to sworn and non-sworn police personnel during an investigation.
Obtains physical and testimonial evidence in preparation for the arrest of persons alleged to have committed crimes. Interprets, collects, photographs, and preserves evidence. Collects and reviews audio/visual evidence when available. Conducts interviews to obtain statements from suspects, witnesses, and victims.
Assists in investigations at the scene of a crime or any location within or outside of the department’s jurisdiction to obtain evidence of crimes and increase the likelihood that the crimes will be solved.
Prepares affidavits for attestation by sworn personnel to secure arrest warrants, search warrants, non-testimonial warrants, production of record warrants, and preservation letters.
Creates detailed reports, and other applicable documents to assist with the investigation of cases, and seizure of evidence or other information to enhance investigations.
Appears in court to present evidence and testify on behalf of the investigation.
Transmits evidence to the Colorado Bureau of Investigations.
Maintains good standing on the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART).
Responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing various community programs, special events, and annual projects for the Police Department to address community-policing issues.
Identifies and builds relationships with community groups and leaders, advocacy groups, department liaisons, and key stakeholders.
Handles overall event logistics such as establishing meeting locations, securing speakers, creating promotional materials, making technical arrangements, and room setup. Works closely with the City’s Communications Department.
Collects and analyzes information on community issues to recommend strategies to enhance the Police Department’s engagement with the community.
Identifies and implements ways to improve inclusivity and accessibility to community engagement projects.
Performs related work as assigned.
Conducts background investigations for prospective candidates for employment with the Steamboat Springs Police Department. Produces a written report for upper management to aid in employment decision-making.
Maintains contact with the general public, court officials, and other City officials in the performance of investigation activities.
Educates the public by giving presentations and training to businesses and citizen groups on various topics related to public safety and the prevention of crime.
Collaborates with the department School Resource Officers to develop and conduct public education programs in local schools, daycare centers, and after school programs.
Serves as a member of various community committees.
Conducts Department training as assigned.
General:
A. Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment;
B. Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Colorado driver's license; current license may not be under suspension or revocation;
C. Must not have any felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history;
D. Legally authorized to work in the United States of America;
E. Must be able to read and write the English language.
A. High school diploma or GED equivalent; and
B. Two years of general office, communications, or records management experience, or
C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
A. Some knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment;
B. Some skill in the operation of most of the tools and equipment listed below.
C. Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, and supervisors; Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; Ability to learn the City's geography.
D. Must apply knowledge and reasoning to make prompt and effective decisions.
E. Must recognize conditions or circumstances that indicate something might be wrong, unusual, or out of the ordinary, utilizing senses of sight and hearing.
G. Must be able to write clearly and concisely, using acceptable grammar, pronunciation, and spelling.
H. Must be sensitive to the feelings and perceptions of others and resolve problems in ways that do not arouse antagonism.
Formal application; review of education and experience; appropriate testing including written and physical agility test; oral interview; final selection subject to passing a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA), psychological and physical examination, and a criminal background check.
City vehicle, police radio, first aid equipment, computer, digital imagery, and digital audio equipment, latent fingerprint processing materials, measuring devices, chemicals, and other assorted evidence collection tools.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The employee must occasionally lift and move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment can be moderate to extreme.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job.
The City of Steamboat Springs is an equal opportunity employer.
If you like serving in a role that will directly and positively impact our great community, you'll enjoy your career with us!
If you like serving in a role that will directly and positively impact our great community, you'll enjoy your career with us!
$37.59 - $54.50
Offers will be negotiated based on each candidate's qualifications.
This role is eligible for merit within our pay-for-performance philosophy via our annual performance review process. Hires after September 1st will take the next year's compensation data into account but would not be eligible for merit until the following year.
Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as other program offerings such as our Employee Assistance Program and more. You may also contribute to our 401(a) plan that includes a company match. Seasonal roles are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, but have benefits such as Paid Sick Leave, Ski and Skate Pass, Employee Assistance Program, etc.
Located in northwest Colorado, the City of Steamboat Springs was incorporated in 1900 and lies against the western ridge of the Continental Divide of the Rocky Mountains. With a history rooted in the American west, this genuine and authentic community embraces a year-round mountain lifestyle; a western heritage that still holds strong generations later; an Olympian tradition spanning nearly a century; abundant outdoor recreation centered around the Yampa River, namesake mineral springs and miles of trails and open space; and, a passion for taking care of its neighbors through a diversity of community organizations.
