Civilian Investigator - Public Defenders Office
Civilian Investigator - Public Defenders Office
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Job Description
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location but on the quality of life for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!
Job Summary:
Conducts timely investigations in preparation for the establishment of trial ready cases. Assists in preparation of cases for trial by evaluation and analysis of investigative work by law enforcement agencies. Participates in planning of programs policies or objectives for own work group and departments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Locates and interviews witnesses victims and other persons deemed to be involved in a criminal investigation; Collects evidence and records; Seizes contraband and arrests violators when necessary.
- Reviews criminal cases as assigned in determining course of action to be followed.
- Provides security including transportation for victims and witnesses during courtroom appearances and proceedings; transports prisoners and evidence to and from courthouse/jail complex.
- Conducts investigations of cases by collecting and analyzing data. Testifies in court when necessary and is responsible for the transfer of evidence introduced in trial.
- Photographs crime scenes and crime victims; May fingerprint suspects in order to verify identity.
- Copies existing audio and visual recordings and prepares other court exhibits using multimedia resources; Assists in preparation and presentation of courtroom trial material.
- Serves and assists with subpoenas citations arrest and search warrants.
- Maintains knowledge of past and current case law.
- Responds to inquiries resolves and/or refers to proper person or agency.
- Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- 5 years job related investigative experience.
- Good computer and typing skills; working knowledge of spreadsheet word processing and database software.
- Good verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public other employees and elected officials.
- Organizational skills and ability to complete projects in a timely manner.
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $28.24 $35.30 hourly based on qualifications
CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position
All fulltime and parttime employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Fulltime employees also enjoy a widerange of great benefits.
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination in employment on any basis including race color religion or creed sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions) national origin ethnicity citizenship status age 40 and over) physical or mental disability genetic information protected military and veteran status political affiliation or beliefs or any other classification protected by state federal and local laws unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend Countys Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement visit www.fbctx/comply
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.
Employment Type
Full-Time
