District Attorney Investigator I/II

2 days ago

CA United States Mariposa County Full time

The District Attorney has one (1) opening for a District Attorney Investigator I/II.

Only online applications are accepted.


DEFINITION
To conduct criminal investigations for the District Attorney’s Office; to analyze, summarize and submit findings of investigations to the District Attorney for the purpose of filing criminal complaints; to prepare criminal cases for hearings and trial; to interpret and explain the provisions of laws, rules and regulations related to the purpose of an investigation; and to perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the District Attorney or higher-level professional staff.
May exercise lead direction and/or supervision over assigned staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  1. Conducts investigations of persons charged with crimes.
  2. Locates and interviews suspected persons, witnesses, employers, representatives of business and governmental organizations and other individuals, and evaluates their testimony.
  3. Gathers, preserves and reports facts, statements or affidavits and other evidence for use in criminal prosecution.
  4. Examines a variety of public and private records to secure information concerning suspected violations.
  5. Conducts surveillance activities.
  6. Prepares and serves criminal process, including search warrants and arrest warrants.
  7. Analyzes, summarizes, and presents findings of investigations to the District Attorney for the purpose of filing criminal complaints.
  8. Appears in court as required.
  9. Collaborates with other local and state agencies to locate suspects, witnesses, or responsible relatives.
  10. Interprets and explains the provisions of laws, rules or regulations related to the purposes of the investigation.
  11. Performs routine administrative and clerical work as required, including but not limited to typing or word processing reports and correspondence, compiling data for reports, entering, and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, etc.

District Attorney Investigator II:
(In addition to the above)
  1. Plans and organizes the investigative function of the District Attorney’s Office.
  2. Provides lead direction and/or supervision over assigned staff.
  3. Directs and/or participates in the investigation budget process.
  4. Serves as advisor to the Grand Jury on investigative matters.
  5. Coordinates communication with other law enforcement agencies.
  6. Oversees background investigations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience :

District Attorney Investigator I:
Three years of experience in law enforcement, with at least one year of investigative experience.

District Attorney Investigator II:
Four years of experience in law enforcement, with at least two years of investigative experience.

Education :  (Both District Attorney Investigator I and II)
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional Requirements :  (Both District Attorney Investigator I and II)
Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Under certain circumstances, Human Resources may accept a valid driver’s license from another state if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver’s license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form.
Possession of a valid, current Basic Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) certificate. A copy of your valid POST Basic Certificate or a letter verifying your current enrollment in an academy must be attached to your application.
Must have the ability to pass the California State Department of Justice fingerprinting clearance.
Must satisfactorily complete an 80-hour investigation and trial preparation course within 12 months of hire date.

District Attorney Investigator II:
Possession of a valid, current Intermediate Peace Officers Standard and Training (POST) certificate is desirable.

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document.



EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of :
  1. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances and regulations.
  2. Criminal investigative techniques and procedures.
  3. Principles of identification, preservation, and presentation of evidence.
  4. Sources of information used in locating suspects and witnesses.
  5. Legal rights of citizens.
  6. Rules of evidence and of court procedures.
  7. Interviewing techniques, including effective methods of obtaining information from hostile or reluctant individuals.
  8. Methods of resolving potential combative issues.
  9. Safe use and care of firearms.
  10. Modern office practices and technology, including the use of computers for word processing and records management.
  11. Basic arithmetic.
  12. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

District Attorney Investigator II:
(In addition to the above)
  1. Budget development and expenditure control.
  2. Principles of leadership and supervision.

Ability to :
  1. Understand, interpret, and apply pertinent federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations, policies and procedures.
  2. Learn the organization, procedures, and operating functions of the Criminal Division of the District Attorney’s Office.
  3. Use initiative and sound, independent judgment within established guidelines.
  4. Plan, organize and set priorities for daily assignments and work activities.
  5. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, determine consequences of proposed actions, and make and implement recommendations in support of goals.
  6. Work effectively and meet deadlines under strict time demands.
  7. Obtain information and evidence by observation, records examination, and interviews; secure physical evidence.
  8. Analyze the statements of witnesses and suspected violators.
  9. Formulate and evaluate possible solutions based on limited information, facts, or evidence.
  10. Prepare clear, concise, and accurate records and reports.
  11. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  12. Understand and execute written and oral instructions.
  13. Deal tactfully and effectively with the public and with others contacted in the course of work, including hostile, irate individuals.
  14. Maintain the security and confidentiality of specified records, information, and files.
  15. Perform mathematical computations with accuracy.
  16. Use computers effectively for word processing and records management.
  17. Work under stressful or dangerous conditions.
  18. React quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
  19. Properly use firearms and other work-related equipment.
  20. Meet the physical requirements necessary for successful job performance.

District Attorney Investigator II:
(In addition to the above)
  1. Organize and direct the work of assigned staff.
  2. Work independently in the absence of supervision.
  3. Develop and implement investigative policies and procedures.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office and field environment. Incumbent drives on surface streets and may be exposed to traffic and equipment hazards, adverse weather conditions, temperature and noise extremes, violence, heights, explosives, fumes, dusts, odors, toxic or caustic chemicals, pathogenic substances, vibration.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires the mobility to work in an office and field environment. Requires the ability to sit at desk and intermittently walk, stand, run, climb, balance, bend, squat, twist and reach while performing office duties and/or investigative work; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds of weight; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation. Must be able to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, and operating office equipment. Must be able to use a telephone to communicate verbally and a keyboard to communicate through written means, to review information and enter/retrieve data, to see and read characters on a computer screen. Requires the strength and stamina to perform investigative and law enforcement duties, including handling firearms, making arrests, and driving a motor vehicle.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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