Detective Jobs in Arvada, CO

A Detective is a crucial part of the Law Enforcement industry that plays an important role in solving crimes and ensuring public safety. Detectives are responsible for conducting extensive investigations, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and apprehending suspects. They also must work closely with other law enforcement officials and contribute to court proceedings by presenting the evidence they have gathered. In many cases, detectives have a specific area of expertise, such as homicide, narcotics, or cybercrime.

Important skills for a detective to possess include strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to observe and remember details. Detective work also requires resilience, integrity, and a keen sense of judgment. Certifications may vary, but a degree in Criminal Justice or a related field is often beneficial. Prior to becoming a detective, one might serve as a police officer, a crime scene investigator, or a law enforcement analyst, gaining valuable field experience and knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures. It's also common for detectives to have passed a police academy training course.

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Medicaid Fraud Investigator (Special Agent III)

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 5 hours ago

Six years of professional investigative experience as a sworn detective or criminal investigator at the felony level for a government law enforcement agency....

Criminal Investigator III - Lottery Divsion

  • Lakewood, CO (13 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakewood, CO (13 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago

AND Two (2) years of full-time professional investigative experience in a law enforcement and/or regulatory environment....

Senior Financial Investigator

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 6 days ago

Other tools include law enforcement databases that provide forfeiture specific case support to the Government in civil and criminal forfeiture matters....

FAMLI Fraud Investigator New

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 10 days ago

enforcement....

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IV - (Cyber/Financial Crimes) - Division of Gaming New

  • Lakewood, CO (10 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (10 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 10 days ago

Assist other law enforcement agencies upon request....

Remote Work

Clinical Fraud Investigator II - Registered Nurse and CPC - Carelon Payment Integrity SIU

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 12 days ago

Anticipated End Date: 2025-08-29 Position Title: Clinical Fraud Investigator II - Registered Nurse and CPC - Carelon Payment Integrity SIU Job Description: Clinical Fraud Investigator II -...

Criminal Investigator III (Lakewood) Firearms Dealer Division

  • Denver, CO (7 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Denver, CO (7 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 14 days ago

Upon request from a law enforcement agency, the Criminal Investigator III conducts investigations of firearms dealer permittees for potential illegal firearms transactions that may have attributed to...

CDOC - Criminal Investigator IV (Statewide) New

  • Denver, CO (7 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Denver, CO (7 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 18 days ago

A copy of your current and valid Colorado POST Certificate must be uploaded and attached to your application....

Criminal Investigator

  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 18 days ago

Investigator Colorado POST certification as a Peace Officer Any equivalent combination of related work experience and education will be considered....

Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

A mandatory component of continued employment is the successful completion of Basic Training, which consists of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Criminal Investigator Training Program and...

Demographic Data for Arvada, CO

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Salary for Detective Jobs in Arvada, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Detectives in Arvada, CO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.7%
Master's Degree
19.2%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
High School or GED
9.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
2.5%
Some High School
0.4%


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