District Attorney Investigator

Avery County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 50696 - 56000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

District Attorney

Division

DISTRICT ATTORNEY 35

Job Classification Title

District Attorney Investigator (S)

Position Number

Grade

About Us

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day North Carolinas courts help provide safety for our communities prosperity for our economy and protection for the rights liberties and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor denial or delay.

Description of Work

SALARY RANGE: $50696.00 - $56000.00

The Office of the District Attorney Prosecutorial District 35 seeks a qualified Investigator to perform professional investigative work to support the District Attorney in developing and preparing cases for trial. The successful candidate will identify problems acquire facts and documentation prepare materials for trial assist with grand jury coordination and serve as a liaison with law enforcement agencies.

Travel will be required throughout Avery Madison Mitchell Watauga and Yancey counties on a weekly basis.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Front office work such as answering phones; assisting the public as needed.
Review case files to ensure proper documentation evaluate sufficiency of evidence identify gaps and advise appropriate personnel of deficiencies.
Locate witnesses/victims as needed.
Assist with subpoenas and ensure compliance.
Prepare diagrams photographs and other exhibits required for prosecution.
Conduct background investigations on witnesses defendants and potential jurors as directed.
Participate in case evaluations.
Assist with grand jury preparation.
Assist with extraditions including coordinating with other states and processing required documentation.
Assist with the oversight of DCI CJIS and other criminal investigative programs utilized within the District Attorneys Office.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge of: evidence collection investigative techniques and procedures; elements of criminal law; processes and procedures of the judicial system; basic human psychology; and social cultural and economic fabric of the community. Must have significant experience and skill in investigating criminal cases.

Skills in:observation; analysis; information gathering; fact finding; interviewing; and report writing.

Ability to: make pertinent observations and to analyze those observations against the charges in a specific case or situation; effectively communicate with people of diverse backgrounds; establish effective working relationships with law enforcement agencies; write detailed clear and concise reports; coordinate and share information; and work as a team member.

Must possess a valid NC drivers license and reliable transportation.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.

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Dominikii Coleman
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division
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Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Graduation from a four-year college or university preferably in the field of law criminal justice and psychology or sociology with one (1) year of experience in legal judicial law enforcement or investigative work. An associate degree with three (3) years of experience in the above-mentioned fields may substitute for the four year degree requirement. Other combinations of education and experience that provide the requisite knowledge skills and abilities will be considered.

Management Preferences:

Law enforcement certification is not required but it is strongly preferred and pay may be higher for candidates who hold certification.

Attach cover letter andrésumé.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Dominikii C Coleman

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