Criminal investigations and related special programs affect local, state, national, and international operations. Error in judgment may damage the agency and the citizens it serves in terms of significant costs in time, money, services, and public safety. Ability to supervise and manage staff, analyze information and develop reports, resolve problems, and meet the physical demands of assigned duties. Certification by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services and a Virginia driver's license. Must be a United States citizen, meet requirements of a background investigation, and successfully complete a physical examination conducted under the supervision of a licensed physician.
Investigative positions require specialized training in criminal investigation.
Investigative positions require experience in criminal investigation. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities may substitute for this education and experience. This class was revised to consolidate the State Police Lieutenant and State Police Investigation Manager into one class, effective June 16, 1993.