Job Opening: CID Detective
Department: District Attorney
Posting Date: August 6, 2025
Salary: $114,885.29 Annually / $63.12 Hourly
The CID Detective is responsible for enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and conducting criminal investigations in a timely and competent manner, as directed by the District Attorney. This position requires certification under Act 120, Municipal Police Officer’s Education and Training Commission.
Respond to the scene of major incidents to conduct investigations.
Conduct interviews with witnesses, contacts, suspects and victims.
Conduct interrogations of suspects.
Recognize and collect physical evidence.
Prepare search warrants, criminal complaints and affidavits for service.
Execute search warrants and make arrests when necessary.
Prepare cases for court and testify in court.
Conduct surveillance, when directed.
Prepare all required reports and submit them as provided by departmental directives.
Work with other detectives and law enforcement personnel in a team environment.
Request aid and necessary technical assistance as required in the conduct of duties.
Advise the Superior Officer immediately of all major incidents or major developments in an investigation.
Work with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.
Ensure that all complaints are documented and investigated.
Prepare news releases, when appropriate.
Perform duties of the “on-call” detective ensuring the goals of the unit are met during hours outside the normal weekday (including responding to crime scene locations).
Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Six months to one year of job-related experience and/or training.
Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission Certification (Acts 120 and 180).
Working knowledge of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code and Rules of Criminal Procedure.
Strong interpersonal skills required to conduct investigations.
Ability to work with other detectives and law enforcement personnel in a team environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidential information and handle confidential matters.
Must keep abreast of current developments in the field of criminal investigations.
Ability to follow the established policies and procedures of the unit.
Must be able to satisfy any physical and psychological requirements as outlined by the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission.
Demonstrates integrity and honesty.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Previous law enforcement experience.
Previous criminal investigation experience.
Wire tap certification (Chapter 57, Title 18).
Advanced criminal investigation training.
Ability to use common sense understanding to carry out written or verbal instructions.
Strong professional ethics.
Ability to follow established policies and procedures of the unit.
Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Ability to interface effectively with all levels of County management.
Exhibits sound and accurate judgement.
Ability to work independently and proceed with objectives.
Displays willingness to make decisions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have:
Basic Word skills
Basic Access skills
Basic OutLook skills (Email and Calendar)
Knowledge of Windows operating system
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. Occasionally, the employee will need to reach above shoulder height; bend at the waist or work bent at the waist; kneel, stoop, crouch or squat; climb up to 20 stairs; lift between 25 and 50 pounds for a height of one to three feet; carry up to 25 pounds for a distance of up to 100 feet; and be exposed to an uncommon level of noise. On rare occasions, the employee will need to work with arms above shoulders; crawl; climb or work while on a 6-foot ladder; push between 50 and 100 pounds; twist or rotate at the waist; and taste or smell.
The special vision requirements listed for this position are:
Close vision: needed for computer usage and handwritten interview notes.
Close, distance, color, peripheral or depth perception vision: needed to operate a motor vehicle and for firearms qualification.
The noise level in the work environment will vary by location (from quiet to loud).
The work environment is primarily office work and court appearances.
May need to operate a motor vehicle in severe and hazardous weather conditions.
There may be exposure to the elements and biohazards at crime scenes or while participating in hostage negotiations, barricade situations, arrest warrants, search warrants, or prisoner transports.
Ability to work extended hours, as necessary.
This position requires professionalism.
A detective must be able to satisfy any physical and psychological requirements, as outlined by the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission and established physical standards as defined by recognized occupational health professionals. These physical tasks include but are not limited to operating a motor vehicle, effecting arrests, executing search warrants, qualifying with duty weapons, standing and walking for extended periods of time, and other acts necessary to accomplish the duties of a police officer or criminal investigator.
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