DCJ Juvenile Investigator

DCJ Juvenile Investigator

Recruitment #260804-1323DC-001

Location Tolland, CT

Date Opened 8/10/2026 5:00:00 PM Salary $65,924.00 - $81,503.00/year Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 8/21/2026 11:59:00 PM

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Introduction

Introduction:

The State of Connecticut, Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal matters in the State of Connecticut. It is an independent agency of the executive branch of state government, established under the Constitution of the State of Connecticut. The Division is composed of the Office of the Chief States Attorney, located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and the Offices of the States Attorneys for each of the thirteen Judicial Districts in the State of Connecticut.

About this Position:

We are recruiting for one (1) full-time DCJ Juvenile Investigator for the Juvenile Matters in Rockville, Waterford and Willimantic. The position is located in Tolland County.

This position generally works Monday through Friday, based on a 40-hour work week, with core hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. NOTE: Although the physical office will be in Rockville, candidates may be required to travel within the state in the course of their daily work.

The Role:

The individual in this role will:

• Screen, review, prioritize and prepare incoming files;
• Ensure all case file information necessary for prosecuting is complete;
• Obtain relevant documentation 9e.g. police reports, hospital records, toxicology laboratory reports, etc.);
• Locate individuals;
• Prepare case synopsis and chronology for prosecutor;
• Respond to inquiries from victims regarding case progress.

About Us:

The Division of Criminal Justice (Division) and its employees are committed to the fair and equal administration of justice in Connecticut. To this end, the Division acknowledges its duty to investigate and prosecute matters within its jurisdiction diligently, ethically and impartially, honoring its constitutional and common law foundations. By ensuring that the criminal laws of the State of Connecticut are enforced fairly and constitutionally, the Division honors the rule of law upon which our nation is founded. Accomplishing this mission depends upon skill, creativity, and constructive interaction of all Division employees with the law enforcement community and advocacy in the highest traditions of the Office of States Attorney, the first public prosecutor in America.

NOTE: The incumbent will be required to complete a background check prior to start date.

Selection Plan

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Contact Us:

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Division of Criminal Justice this class is accountable for conducting investigations related to preparation and prosecution of juvenile delinquency offenses and Families With Service Needs petitions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• In juvenile matters interviews clients and victims;
• Locates and interviews potential witnesses;
• Acts as a liaison with law enforcement agencies;
• Prepares charts and diagrams related to trial;
• Acts as liaison with forensic witnesses;
• Assesses client potential and eligibility for placement and rehabilitative programs;
• Prepares written reports of investigations;
• Confers with juvenile prosecutor regarding investigative activities;
• Serves subpoenas and related legal documents;
• Maintains liaison with DCJ Inspectors, DCJ Investigators, probation staff and a variety of other persons or agencies;
• May examine and photograph crime scenes and other relevant locations;
• May arrange referral to social service agencies;
• May transport clients and victims to court proceedings;
• May testify on results of investigations;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of

• relevant state laws and regulations;

• investigative methods and techniques;

• Knowledge of rules of evidence and legal processes;

• Considerable

• interpersonal skills;

• oral and written communication skills;

• interviewing skills;

• Ability to gather and interpret data.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience as a law enforcement officer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

A Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with standard office procedures and computer software programs (Microsoft Office).
• Demonstrated experience in a variety of interrelated processes, tasks, and operations.
• Experience using computers to work with law enforcement agencies to secure and manage digital evidence such as photographs, videos, 911 calls, and recordings from body and dashboard cameras.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must have a valid motor vehicle operator license and a vehicle available for daily business use.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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