INVESTIGATOR III - DISTRICT ATTORNEY

$75,966 - $75,966/Yr

Clayton County Board Of Commissioners - Jonesboro, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Jonesboro, GA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Investigator III position within the District Attorney's Office is responsible for investigating and performing paralegal duties in the preparation of criminal cases for indictment and prosecution. This role involves preparing cases for trial, supervising staff, and coordinating departmental training. The Investigator III will also conduct major case investigations, assist in trial presentations, and maintain the organization and security of evidence.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; addresses employee concerns and problems; counsels, disciplines, and completes employee performance appraisals.
• Organizes, plans, and conducts major case investigations; reviews case files; locates, contacts, and interviews witnesses and/or victims of crimes.
• Prepares and approves affidavits for subpoenas; prepares and assists in search warrant affidavits; executes search warrants; writes case summary sheets.
• Prepares cases going to trial; makes travel arrangements for witnesses or victims; determines if there is physical and/or photographic evidence in the case.
• Obtains and prepares evidence for presentation at trial; obtains and sets up specialized equipment for courtroom presentations; testifies in court as needed.
• Reviews law enforcement officers' investigative reports; reviews victim and witness statements; participates in preliminary negotiations with defendants and defense attorneys.
• Conducts special and internal investigations at the direction of the District Attorney and Chief Investigator; conducts wire taps, secretive investigations, and undercover operations.
• Assists the Assistant District Attorney in the presentation of major criminal cases, including jury selection and trial strategy.
• Assists and trains other investigators in office procedures and law enforcement certification training; prepares annual training calendar and schedules training.
• Maintains organization and security of evidence room; marks evidence as exhibits in a trial.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree with coursework in criminal justice or law enforcement; or minimum of 500 hours of advanced P.O.S.T. certified training.
• Investigator II in the District Attorney's Office, or any other prosecutor's office, for a minimum of two (2) years.
• Successful completion of P.O.S.T. supervisor or management training or equivalent training as approved by the Chief Investigator.
• Must have two (2) consecutive years of above average performance evaluations.
• Must possess and maintain valid certification as a P.O.S.T. Police Officer, a Peace Officer, in ASP Tactical Baton, chemical sprays, and firearms qualifications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling