Chief District Attorney Investigator

General Recruitment Information:

This recruitment will establish a list of candidates to be used in filling the vacancy as well as an eligibility list that may be used for future vacancies or temporary help for up to one (1) year.

Job Opportunity:

Only online applications are accepted. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements. Resumes are encouraged, but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials. Applications which are incomplete as of the final date to apply will be eliminated from consideration. Candidates who meet all the minimum qualifications may be invited to an oral interview.

Bi-weekly Salary: $2,783.58 – $3,358.18

The Del Norte County District Attorney Office is seeking a qualified candidate to fill one (1) vacancy for the position of Chief District Attorney Investigator. This position is classified as full-time.

Under limited supervision performs a wide variety of tasks associated with criminal and civil investigations conducted by the District Attorney’s Office. This is a responsible investigative position performing various support functions related to criminal and civil prosecution. This work consists of professional duties at an entry-level classification. This classification is non-exempt under the overtime provisions of the FLSA.

The Chief District Attorney’s Investigator is the supervisory level classification in the DA Investigator series. This position plans, directs, organizes, coordinates and participates in the daily operations of the investigations division of the District Attorney’s Office.

Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Supervises and performs criminal and civil investigations conducted by the District Attorney’s Office.
• Plans, schedules, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of staff.
• Selects staff and provides for their training and professional development.
• Develops, communicates, and monitors policies, procedures and standards for the department; recommends and implements improvement when necessary.
• Interviews suspects, witnesses, and other relevant parties to obtain information required for prosecutions.
• Compiles and analyzes evidence and information to obtain an accurate account of the events, participants, and properties involved in an assigned case.
• Photographs crime scenes and evidence related to criminal cases.
• Confers with law enforcement agencies in investigation and networking activities.
• Performs various support function related to departmental operations and activities.
• Reviews files to check for prior felony arrests or convictions.
• Compiles various statistics for departmental and interagency use.
• Prepares prosecution’s evidence for presentation in the courtroom
• Assists in scheduling prosecution witnesses.
• Writes various reports related to assigned cases.
• Testifies in court in connection criminal prosecutions and civil matters.
• Reviews a variety of journals and government publications to keep abreast of new and/or changing laws, techniques and regulations related to criminal investigations.
• Performs related duties as required and/or assigned.

Graduation from high school or possession of GED certificate, supplemented with course work in Police Science or closely related field equivalent to an Associates Degree; and possession of POST Advanced Certificate.

Requires:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
• Possession of POST Advanced Certificate.

• The principles and techniques of proper criminal and/or civil investigations.
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation and employee supervision.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Deal effectively with private and public agencies to obtain needed information.
• Train and develop staff, including perform necessary performance evaluations.
• Draw accurate and interpretable diagrams.
• Operate photographic equipment used in crime scene photography.
• Meet state standards for peace office status.

Selection Process:

The County of Del Norte does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual preference, or disability in any of its programs, activities, or hiring practices. All applications will be reviewed and those individuals with backgrounds most closely meeting the needs of the county will be selected for further review. In the event of a large number of qualifying applicants, a written examination may be given to determine which applicants will be invited to attend an oral interview. An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the oral interviews. Expenses (i.e. travel, food, lodging) incurred in connection with the interview shall be the burden of the applicant. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Office prior to the interview/examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Condition of Employment:

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, Del Norte County is required to verify, within three days of employment of any person, that he/she is: 1) a citizen or national of the United States; 2) an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to work in the United States.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Del Norte County is an equal opportunity employer hiring employment eligible applicants. Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements should contact the Human Resources Department prior to the filing deadline. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, applicants must provide acceptable proof of identity or authorization to work in the United States. A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to employment. The investigation may include reference checks, fingerprinting, credit check, driver history and inquiry to local, state and federal files to obtain criminal history information. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process. Selection processes may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: application review, competitive screening, written examination, performance examination, and/or oral examination. This bulletin is solely for the purpose of announcing a job opening. It does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revised without notice.