Criminal investigations instructor

AlphaGov is seeking an experienced Criminal Investigations Instructor to develop and deliver practical training for government, law enforcement, and public-sector professionals.

We welcome current and former criminal investigators, detectives, special agents, academy instructors, and other professionals with experience teaching investigative methods. Candidates may specialize in one or more investigative disciplines; expertise in every subject area is not required.

What you’ll do

• Deliver engaging instruction on criminal investigation principles, methods, and practices.
• Teach topics within your expertise, such as investigative planning, interviewing, evidence collection and preservation, case documentation, and report writing.
• Develop realistic case studies, practical exercises, and investigative scenarios.
• Help participants strengthen critical thinking, evaluate information, and identify investigative next steps.
• Prepare or adapt lesson plans, presentations, instructor guides, and participant materials.
• Assess participant performance and provide clear, actionable feedback.
• Incorporate applicable legal standards, agency policies, and ethical practices into instruction.
• Coordinate with project managers and subject matter experts to meet client training objectives.

Professional experience conducting, supervising, or supporting criminal investigations.

Experience delivering training, teaching, mentoring investigators, or facilitating professional development.

Strong knowledge of investigative procedures and practices within your area of expertise.

Ability to explain complex concepts clearly and connect instruction to practical investigative work.

Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Ability to tailor instruction to participants with different experience levels.

Availability for travel when required by an assignment.

Preferred experience

• Service with a federal, state, local, tribal, or military investigative organization.
• Instruction at a law enforcement academy, government training center, college, or professional training organization.
• Developing curricula, scenario-based exercises, or performance assessments.
• Experience with one or more of the following:
• Investigative interviewing and the P.E.A.C.E. model.
• Fraud, financial crime, or white-collar investigations.
• Cybercrime or digital evidence.
• Violent crime, crimes against persons, or property crime.
• Internal affairs, public integrity, or administrative investigations.
• Evidence handling, courtroom testimony, or case presentation.
• Relevant instructor credentials or specialized investigative training.

Assignments may include introductory courses, advanced investigative instruction, curriculum development, instructor coaching, or ongoing training program support.

AlphaGov considers candidates for full-time, part-time, and project-based opportunities. This posting supports current and anticipated client needs; specific assignments, schedules, locations, and employment arrangements depend on project requirements and, where applicable, contract award.

Minimum experience, credentials, and subject matter requirements vary by assignment. Compensation will be discussed based on qualifications and scope.

How to apply

Submit your résumé and a brief summary of your investigative and instructional experience. Include your areas of specialization, courses taught, audiences trained, relevant credentials, and preferred employment arrangement.