Public Defender Investigator III
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Job Location:
Woodland, WA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 102752 - 124904
Posted on:
15-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
DESCRIPTION
- The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one regular full-time position in the class of Public Defender Investigator I / II at the Public Defenders Office. The candidate selected will be placed at the Public Defender Investigator I or II level depending on their background and experience and at the discretion of the appointing authority. The salary range for each classification level is as follows:Public Defender Investigator I: $90542.40 - $110073.60 AnnuallyPublic Defender Investigator II: $102752 - $124904 AnnuallyTHE POSITIONPublic Defender Investigator I
Under close supervision performs a variety of routine and less complex investigative work which may include assignments to the most difficult and sensitive investigations; performs other related duties as required.
Public Defender Investigator I This is the entry level to the Public Defender Investigator Series. Incumbents work under close supervision in conducting routine defense investigations relating to misdemeanors and felonies.Public Defender Investigator IIUnder general supervision conducts complex investigations of felony and misdemeanor cases involving a high degree of initiative and independent judgement in securing required information; performs other related duties as required.
This is the journey level of the Public Defender Investigator Series. Incumbents work under general supervision in conducting defense investigations relating to misdemeanors and felonies.HOW TO APPLYShould submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application and verification of education. For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To view the full job description for Public Defender Investigator I click here.
To view the full job description for Public Defender Investigator II click here.EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSPublic Defender Investigator IEducation: Equivalent to completion of at least 60 college semester unitsANDExperience: Two (2) years of experience in investigative or law enforcement work.Substitution: Additional years of investigative or law enforcement work experience may substitute for the required education on a ratio of one year for the equivalent of 30 semester units. Additional education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis for a maximum of one (1) year.License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California drivers license Class C or higher to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.Public Defender Investigator IIEducation: Equivalent to completion of at least 60 college semester unitsANDExperience: Three(3) years of experience in investigative or law enforcement work.Substitution: Additional years of investigative or law enforcement work experience may substitute for the required education on a ratio of one year for the equivalent of 30 semester units. Additional education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis for a maximum of one (1) year.License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California drivers license Class C or higher to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
- It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.Your application should highlight all relevant education training and experience and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the closing date. Application information must be current concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. A resume should be included with your application; however it will not substitute for the information requested on the addition to a completed application applicants are required to submit verification of education for this position. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office as an attachment to the online application or by e-mail toSELECTION PROCEDUREThe following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps and all listed dates may change with or without notice.
- Screen for Minimum Qualifications
- Screen for Best Qualified
- Department Selection Interviews
- Reference Checks
- Conditional Job Offer pending:
- Pre-Employment Exams
- Drug & Alcohol Screen
- Department of Justice LiveScan
- Proof of Vaccination or Exemption
- Pre-Employment Exams
- Confirmed Job Offer
- Estimated Start Date: November/December 2025
VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION
Acceptable forms of educational documentation are official or unofficial transcripts that list the students name institution name field of study and date the degree was awarded.
For recent graduates who have not received proof of their degree yet a letter from the registrars office stating that all requirements for graduation have been met and listing the field of study will be sufficient proof of graduation.
Please do not send originals; copies of the required documents are acceptable. Any submitted documents will not be returned.
All foreign transcripts or diplomas must be in English. If the institution does not provide these documents in English the applicant will need to provide a translation which has been done by a professional agency. The County of Yolo will accept education as equivalent to U.S. accreditation from Institutions that are listed as members of the International Association of Universities. You may check for your school by visiting the IAU web site ( who possess a degree or completed coursework that is not from an accredited college or university must submit one of the following:
1. A written statement from a U.S. accredited university or college that states that the applicant is qualified for entrance to a program of graduate studies for which a degree in a related field is required.
2. An evaluation of the applicants degree and coursework equivalency by a private organization that provides foreign credential evaluation services. The evaluation must include a comparison of comparable U.S. courses for content credit and grade.
Note: Foreign language documents must include a precise word-for-word English translation of all foreign language documents. It is the responsibility of each applicant to prove to the satisfaction of the County that the applicant meets the specific requirements listed on the job announcement for each specific examination. The following is a list of private organizations that provide foreign credential evaluation services. Fees range from $50 to $400 per document; processing times vary from 5-20 business days. For further information please contact the organization(s). The County of Yolo does not endorse these business entities; this list has been developed for informational purposes only.
EDUCATIONAL RECORDS EVALUATION SERVICE
601 University Ave. Suite 127
Sacramento CA 95825
FOREIGN EDUCATION DOCUMENT SERVICE
P.O. Box 151739
San Diego CA 92175
CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH EVALUATION & EDUCATION INC.
P.O. Box 18358 Anaheim CA 92817
GLOBAL SERVICES ASSOCIATES INC.
409 North Pacific Coast Highway # 393
Redondo Beach CA 90277
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RESEARCH FOUNDATION CREDENTIALS EVALUATION SERVICE
P.O. Box 3665
Culver City CA 90231-3665
SCREENING FOR BEST QUALIFIED
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidates experience education and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience write no experience for the appropriate question. Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire the applicants education training and experience will be evaluated to determine those applicants that are best qualified.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about the position or about employment with the County please contact Human Resources by e-mail at or by phone at.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons regardless of sex sexual orientation race color ancestry religious creed national origin physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS) mental disability medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information) age (40 or over) marital status pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor rehabilitation counselor or other qualified professional will be required.Yolo County a place where YOU belong!
The average person spends one third of their life at work. Why not spend that time in an environment where you are seen for who you are celebrated for the diversity you bring and valued for your potential to contribute to an innovative and dynamic workforce Yolo County is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace which supports and values our diverse community.
Come join us! This is where YOU belong.
Key Skills
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Bank Secrecy Act
- Bioinformatics
- Fraud
- Genetics
- Interviewing
- Law Enforcement
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Writing Skills
