Criminal Investigations Technician
About The Position
The Mission of the Denver District Attorney's Office is to professionally and competently prosecute crimes and investigate criminal activity on behalf of the people of the State of Colorado and to seek equal justice for all in the criminal justice system. Our mission also includes the prevention and deterrence of crimes, supporting the well-being of victims, participating in the community, being transparent and accountable, and, improving the criminal justice system to provide fair alternatives to incarceration in appropriate cases. We are currently seeking a Criminal Investigations Technician to join the Denver Districts Attorney’s Office. In this role the Criminal Justice Officer will:
Requirements
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness; complete work in a timely manner
- Be able to prioritize and organize large volumes of cases and data
- Communicate effectively with attorneys, victim advocates, secretarial staff, collateral agencies, and crime victims
- Experience in writing detailed reports
- Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
- Two (2) years of previous criminal investigation experience.
- Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
Responsibilities
- Obtain additional information to include, but not limited to 911 calls, Body Worn Camera footage, Medical Re-lease, Medical Records, Similar Fact cases [404b material], Jail calls, Jail visits, Serious Bodily Injury Forms
- Assists in locating victims and witnesses
- Organizes case materials for review as they relate to civil forfeitures and researches current information to determine ownership
- Prepares written reports as to actions taken
- Executes Court Orders with defendants for nontestimonial evidence, i.e. DNA swabs, fingerprints, and photographs
- Conducts evidence viewings with defense counsel and Deputy District Attorneys
- Provides complete and accurate testimony in Court proceedings
- Preparation of Exhibits such as maps and diagrams, the preparation for presentation of real evidence, (primarily blocking, mounting, and “blowing up” photographs), and the editing, redacting, and reformatting of digital evidence (video and audio) and, editing, redacting and/or reformatting of analog (VHS and Cassette) as requested
- Arrange for and producing/recording video depositions and close-circuit presentations when authorized by the court.
- Be attentive and respectful of defense attorneys and judges and appropriate with witnesses in these presentations and productions
- When necessary, assist in the operation of video or “smart board” displays in court and the presentation of large-scale photo, map, or diagram evidence
Benefits
- A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
- 457B Retirement Plan
- 132 hours of PTO earned within first year
- 12 Paid Holidays per year, plus 1 personal holiday
- Education Refund Program (ERP) - a chance for the city to support your continued learning and career growth by investing in your future with the city
- Care Bank – 8 weeks of Paid Family Leave (after the probation period is passed)
- Free RTD Eco Pass
- Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
