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OAG – Criminal Investigations | Sergeant | 26-0105 Jobs in Austin, TX at Texas Attorney General
Title: OAG – Criminal Investigations | Sergeant | 26-0105
Company: Texas Attorney General
Location: Austin, TX
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Revised 10/28/2025GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Criminal Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Sergeant whose work will involve security and investigative law enforcement work for the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) Criminal Investigations Division. Work involves ensuring the security and safety of OAG employees and facilities, conducting criminal investigations, and liaison with other state agencies. May plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the Stateand#8217;s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSConducts undercover investigations and surveillance operations
Conducts background and personal history investigations, reviews records, and verifies information
Documents the investigative process by preparing records and reports
Evaluates and summarizes legal aspects of investigations, recommending action as appropriate
Identifies, gathers, and examines evidence, including complex records of individuals, associates, and corporations
Locates, contacts, and interviews potential witnesses and suspects
Obtains and prepares affidavits, statements, and confessions
Participates in raids, searches, manhunts, and other operations; and makes arrests
Participates in executing court orders, warrants, and subpoenas
Testifies as a witness in trials or formal hearings, and provides trial assistance to lead attorney as requested
Performs related work as assigned
Maintains Relevant Knowledge Necessary To Perform Essential Job Functions
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from high school or equivalent
Education: Sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or a closely related field; experience in the following (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis: investigative law enforcement
Experience: Four years of full-time law enforcement investigative experience
Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and other applicable state and federal statutes
Skill in researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations
Skill in applying investigative techniques and procedures to assigned cases
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
Ability to achieve 64% or better of VO2 max on the 2000 meter row utilizing a Concept 2 Rower or meet a minimum score of 64% for their age and/or gender when performing the 500 Meter Row or he 4 Minute Row.
Ability to use and care for firearms; to use intermediate impact weapons and Oleoresin Capsicum spray; to use physical tactics; to conduct investigations; to evaluate, analyze, and investigate allegations of wrongdoing; to prepare reports; to prepare criminal cases for prosecution; to communicate effectively; and to train, lead, and/or prioritize the work of others
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 50%
Certifications: Must be certified as a Texas peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
Licensure: Must possess a valid driverand#8217;s licensePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Master Peace Officer License (TCOLE)
Experience with Coordinating Training, Background Investigations
Experience with background investigations
Skills in Advanced use of interview and interrogation
Abilities: The ability to investigate complex cases
Certifications: TCOLE Instructor Proficiency Certification, TCOLE Firearms InstructorTO APPLYTo apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_LawEnforcement.pdfTHE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
