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Olympia, WA - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 5405 - 7189

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Description

The salary for this position is:$5405 $7189 monthly.

Thurston County Public Defense is currently recruiting forone 1 fulltime Public Defense Investigator.The position ofInvestigatorprovides assistance to Defense Attorneys by gathering information reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses that will be used to establish the best possible legal defense for clients.

Essential functions may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Assist attorneys in analyzing cases from a defense perspective. This may include examination of discovery materials or other information to determine areas in which more factual information is needed and attendance at pretrial conferences.
  • Collects and evaluates physical and material evidence and discusses findings with attorneys to determine crime connection and admissibility in trial. Conducts crime scene analysis and examination of other physical locations or objects to uncover and identify evidence that will assist in preparing the defense. Takes photographs and measurements and preparing diagrams maps charts and scale drawings to be exhibited in courts.
  • Conducts investigations for a wide variety of cases to provide support for legal defense. Reviews documents and identifies evaluates and collects information data and evidence. Visits scenes develops leads contacts and sources of information interviews clients witnesses victims law enforcement officials or other relevant individuals to gather statements and information on events surrounding cases.
  • Identify and locate known or potential witnesses; assist attorneys in identifying appropriate expert witnesses. Prepares processes and serves subpoenas on individuals and organizations. Provides trial assistance by communicating the trial schedule to witnesses responding to last minute investigation requests and testifying as necessary.
  • Maintains complete records of investigation activities that include comprehensive written summaries of interviews and other investigative findings; document contacts; documentation that may include but is not limited to address verifications education and employment records military records medical records private industry records government agency records and criminal records of state and defense witnesses.
  • Organizes investigative case files; maintain and update time logs and calendar of due dates and court dates confer with attorneys regarding investigative status.

To view the full job classification click here: Public Defender Investigator

WHO WE ARE:
Thurston County Public Defense Mission: To Defend and Protect Our Clients Constitutional Rights One Person at a Time

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized appreciated responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each persons talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cult lifestyles backgrounds and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values.Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.

WHAT WE OFFER EMPLOYEES:

Why youll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washingtons South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains a ocean the area boasts the perfect blend of yearround outdoor activities including boating hiking skiing and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia known for its many restaurants microbreweries coffee shops farmers markets kids activities history and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.

Working Conditions: This position requires incumbents to work in an office and out in the field. Field work will include visiting crime scenes to gather pertinent data facts and information. Incumbents may be exposed to sensitive and violent crime scene information photographs etc.
Incumbents are required to conduct interviews in person or via phone encountering hostile difficult or uncooperative individuals. Must have the ability to assess potentially dangerous situations and act accordingly.
Travel within and outside of the county will be required. Assigned cases may require incumbent to work early hours extended work hours weekends and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS:

DESIRED SKILLS:

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION:
Questions about this recruitment Please contact Katelyn Vena at
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Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment services and activities which is free from restriction based on race sex marital status color creed or religion national origin age sexual orientation including gender expression or identity pregnancy status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston Countys Human Resources at. Those who are deaf deafblind hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 711 (orto connect with Washington Relay.



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Full-Time

Department / Functional Area

Legal

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