Criminal Investigator – Environmental Crime

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Plan, coordinate, direct, and conduct complete investigations under the Department of Justice's jurisdiction .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $8,159 - $11,489 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting thorough criminal investigations, including environmental crimes and cultural-resource offenses, while maintaining compliance with legal standards and preserving evidence. Proficient in utilizing surveillance and tracking technologies, as well as collaborating with law enforcement agencies to enhance investigative outcomes.

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Criminal Investigative ExperienceOregon Advanced Police CertificationCovert Investigation TechniquesEvidence Preservation and Chain of CustodySurveillance Equipment Operation

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Hard Skills

Investigative Report PreparationSearch Warrant PreparationCrime Scene ProcessingEvidence EvaluationInterviewing SkillsArrest Warrant ExecutionPhotographic Equipment ProficiencyField Investigation KnowledgeSurveillance TechniquesInternet Database Proficiency

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeam CoordinationProblem-SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Photographic EquipmentSurveillance EquipmentWireless Communication DevicesTracking DevicesCovert Monitoring Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Oregon Advanced Police CertificationFirst Aid CertificationCPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Department of JusticeEnvironmental CrimesCultural-Resource OffensesOregon Revised StatutesCriminal Intelligence ExchangeCovert OperationsChain of CustodyGrand Jury SubpoenasPsychological and Physical ExamsCriminal History Checks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, coordinate, direct, and conduct complete investigations under the Department of Justice's jurisdiction
Investigate environmental crimes, cultural-resource offenses, and other criminal matters as assigned
Prepare and review search warrants and affidavits
Plan and organize crime-scene processing
Participate in covert operations with federal, state, and local law-enforcement agencies
Preserve physical evidence and maintain chain of custody
Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects
Lead search teams and search persons, vehicles, structures, and areas
Obtain and serve arrest warrants, grand-jury subpoenas, and Attorney General subpoenas; make arrests
Evaluate evidence for grand-jury or prosecution preparation
Prepare investigative reports and legal exhibits
Transport prisoners and protect selected witnesses
Coordinate with medical and scientific personnel
Maintain partnerships and exchange criminal intelligence with law-enforcement agencies
Operate photographic, surveillance, wireless-communication, tracking, and covert-monitoring equipment
Serve as statewide expert on wireless surveillance, tracking, covert monitoring, and electronic evidence collection
Work with DOJ Assistant Attorneys General and assist law-enforcement agencies and prosecutors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four years of recent (within the last ten years) full-time criminal investigative experience
College-level coursework in a related field or criminal investigation training in criminal law may substitute year-for-year for up to two years of required experience
Active Oregon (DPSST) Advanced Police certification or higher, or another state/federal equivalent certification with ability to obtain Oregon Advanced Police certification within one year of hire
Appropriate Oregon State driver license for normal and emergency vehicle operation
Qualifying score with duty firearm(s)
First Aid and CPR certification
Pass computerized criminal history, driver and motor vehicle services checks
Clear comprehensive background and employment checks
Pass DPSST-required psychological and physical exams
Knowledge of effective field investigations, covert investigation, surveillance, and Oregon Revised Statutes
Proficiency with word processing software and internet databases
Knowledge of photographic equipment for crime scene and surveillance photography
Ability and willingness to travel frequently, including weeks to months away from home
Submit a resume, cover letter, and investigative-process writing sample

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental package
Paid time off
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) membership under police officer designation
Professional development opportunities
Work-life balance
Competitive and equitable pay