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Lieutenant Investigator

Washington CountySaint George, UT

$85,322 - $95,680 / year


Overview

Remote
On-site
Compensation
$85,322-$95,680/year

Job Description

JOB OPENING FOR ALIEUTENANT INVESTIGATOR FOR THEWashington County Attorney's OfficeFULL TIME WITH BENEFITS Starting wage $85,321.60 up to $95,680 Annually Depending on Experience The Washington County Attorney's Office is seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and dedicated Lieutenant Investigator to join our Investigations Bureau. This position offers an opportunity to work on complex criminal and civil investigations, collaborate with prosecutors and law enforcement agencies, and play a critical role in supporting the pursuit of justice throughout Washington County.What You'll DoLead complex investigations: Conduct criminal and civil investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses and suspects, and prepare cases for prosecution.Collaborate with legal professionals: Work closely with County Attorneys to evaluate evidence, develop investigative strategies, and provide courtroom testimony.Support critical incident investigations: Participate in the Critical Incident Task Force (CITF) and Child Abduction Response Team (CART).Conduct specialized interviews: Perform child and adult forensic interviews and participate in multidisciplinary case reviews.Work across agencies: Coordinate with local law enforcement and other agencies on sensitive, high-profile, and complex cases.Respond when it matters most: Assist with urgent situations, arrests, and other critical law enforcement responsibilities.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent.Six (6) years of full-time peace officer experience in law enforcement, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.Must possess and maintain Utah POST Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) Category 2 certification.Valid Utah driver's license.Ability to successfully pass a Washington County Attorney's Office background investigation.Willingness to be available for 24-hour on-call responsibilities.Preferred Qualifications:Three (3) years of full-time investigative law enforcement experience.Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field. Equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.Strong knowledge of criminal investigations, legal procedures, evidence collection, and courtroom testimony.Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in high-pressure situations.  Full job description and application:https://www.washco.utah.gov/forms/human-resources/jobs/ Only applications submitted online by November 10, 2026 will be accepted. Women & Minorities are encouraged to apply. Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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