Staff Attorney Investigator

3 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States City and County of San Francisco Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Investigative Specialist to join our team at the City and County of San Francisco. As a key member of our Bureau of Investigations, you will assist prosecutors in preparing and organizing cases for court, including locating missing witnesses and organizing evidence for presentation at trial.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct thorough investigations, gathering and reviewing police reports, victim and witness statements, and lab and medical reports.
  • Digitally audio record interviews and write interview reports and summaries, as needed.
  • Research law enforcement databases, such as CLETS, CalPhoto, and LexisNexis Accurint.
  • Obtain certified out-of-county court documents to be used in current court proceedings in San Francisco.
  • Photograph crime scenes and evidence items, and create Excel spreadsheets as needed for financial crimes investigations.
  • Conduct surreptitious surveillance, only if approved by a supervisor, to identify and locate a suspect or reluctant witness on charged and uncharged cases.
  • Serve subpoenas to obtain documents and digital media, such as patient treatment records and video surveillance footage.
  • Provide witness security and relocation on high-risk prosecutions, such as a gang homicide.
  • Assist other law enforcement agencies in the furtherance of their investigations.
  • Participate in community meetings and events, and perform outreach to our diverse local community groups and others interested in criminal justice system activities.
  • Respond to and investigate family child abductions, with the primary goal of ensuring the safety of the child.
  • Work with the Family Law court and Child Protective Services to facilitate the safe return of the child.
  • Interstate or international travel to recover an abducted child may be necessary.
  • Provide specialized support to the Bureau of Investigations, such as conducting computer and cell phone forensics, investigating environmental crimes, and instructing fellow DA Inspectors on firearms qualifications and defensive tactics.
  • Assist on a local task force, such as the Rapid Enforcement Allied Computer Team Task Force (REACT) and the California Highway Patrol Organized Retail Crimes Task Force.
  • Perform a thorough background investigation on a DA Investigator candidate and coordinate Live Scan appointments for other prospective non-sworn staff.
  • Conduct a comprehensive threat assessment to enhance office personnel's safety and physical well-being.
  • Participate in the California Witness Relocation and Assistance Program (CalWRAP) to help safeguard a victim or witness to ensure critical testimony is heard at court proceedings.
  • Attend mandated California Peace Officer Standards and Training courses to maintain perishable skills and other accredited training courses to enhance investigative knowledge and skills.
Requirements
  • A combination of education at the collegiate level in criminology, penology, police science or a closely related field and responsible criminal investigative experience totaling six years.
  • Knowledge of existing criminal codes and laws, modern investigative techniques and methods; Techniques of drawing and photography relating to investigative work.
  • Prepare and maintain investigative data, records and reports; Communicate verbally and in writing; Operate modern equipment used in criminal investigative work; Work with individual members of the legal staff, representatives of other groups and organizations relating to criminal justice system activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.



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