The Criminal Investigations Division has five sections, including the Financial Crimes or Special Investigation Section. Employees in this job function as Attorney General Investigators performing investigative assignments in any area of the state. The employee, as a trained law enforcement officer, certified through the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES), investigates alleged criminal violations and handles special projects as assigned. Investigate cases for potential felony and misdemeanor violation of laws including but not limited to criminal investigations relating to the review of unlicensed builders' violations, tax fraud, fraud, using a computer to commit a crime, money laundering, racketeering, and False Pretenses. Engage in asset location and identification, victim interviews, search warrants, arrests, and prisoner transport.
Investigations include traditional law enforcement methods involving undercover assignments, search warrants, surveillance, etc. This position interfaces regularly with the Division’s legal section as investigations result in criminal prosecutions.
Position Description
Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Attorney General Investigator 9
One year of experience as a peace officer.
Attorney General Investigator 10
One year of experience equivalent to an Attorney General Investigator 9 or two years as a peace officer.
Attorney General Investigator E11
Two years of experience equivalent to an Attorney General Investigator including one year equivalent to an Attorney General Investigator 10 or three years as a peace officer.
Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications
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Employees must possess MCOLES certification at the time of appointment.
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Positions in this class are test-designated and subject to pre-appointment, random-selection, and postaccident
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drug and alcohol testing.
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Must be a United States Citizen.
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Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
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Background investigation will be conducted to measure the suitability for law enforcement work.
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Absence of a criminal record of felony convictions which would prohibit the applicant from receiving, possessing, and carrying a firearm.
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Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a valid Michigan driver’s license.
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Must possess a satisfactory driving record.
See individual positions descriptions for other requirements.
