Law Enforcement Officer / Senior Investigator

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Investigator – Public Integrity Division
Office of the Attorney General – State of Mississippi

This is a sworn law enforcement officer position within the Public Integrity Division of the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting complex criminal investigations involving public corruption, misconduct by public officials, election fraud, and other violations of law that undermine the integrity of state and local government operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into alleged violations of criminal law involving public officials, agencies, and governmental entities.
• Collect, analyze, and document evidence through interviews, surveillance, public records research, subpoenas, and other investigative methods.
• Prepare clear and detailed investigative reports that may be used in legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other government bodies to ensure investigations are comprehensive and legally sound.
• Testify in court or administrative hearings as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate a high degree of ethical conduct in all aspects of investigative work.

Essential Skills:

• Strong ethical standards and a demonstrated commitment to public service.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple investigations with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional attention to detail in collecting, preserving, and reporting evidence.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret laws, detect inconsistencies, and uncover patterns of misconduct.
• Proficient in conducting interviews, preparing reports, and communicating findings effectively.

Minimum Qualification: Suggested

• 60 semester hours of college coursework (or equivalent experience as approved by the Mississippi State Personnel Board).
• Possession of a State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification.
• 2–4 years of law enforcement experience; investigative experience in white collar crime, public corruption, or related areas is preferred.
• Related experience may be substituted for education based on guidelines set by the Department Head and the Mississippi State Personnel Board.

Company DescriptionThe Attorney General's Office is the chief legal officer and advisor for the State of Mississippi on both civil and criminal matters. Her responsibility is to represent public officials and government agencies and to issue legal opinions that interpret State law. The Attorney General has the sole power under Mississippi law to bring or defend a lawsuit on behalf of the State. She acts as counsel to State agencies and defends them or brings suit on their behalf. Most importantly, the Office is charged with the representation of the people of the State of Mississippi.

Company Description

The Attorney General's Office is the chief legal officer and advisor for the State of Mississippi on both civil and criminal matters. Her responsibility is to represent public officials and government agencies and to issue legal opinions that interpret State law. The Attorney General has the sole power under Mississippi law to bring or defend a lawsuit on behalf of the State. She acts as counsel to State agencies and defends them or brings suit on their behalf. Most importantly, the Office is charged with the representation of the people of the State of Mississippi.