District Attorney Investigator

State of North Carolina

2d•$50,696 - $56,000

About The Position

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay. SALARY RANGE: $50,696.00 - $56,000.00 The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 35, seeks a qualified Investigator to perform professional investigative work to support the District Attorney in developing and preparing cases for trial. The successful candidate will identify problems, acquire facts and documentation, prepare materials for trial, assist with grand jury coordination, and serve as a liaison with law enforcement agencies. Travel will be required throughout Avery, Madison, Mitchell, Watauga, and Yancey counties on a weekly basis.

Requirements

Knowledge of: evidence collection, investigative techniques, and procedures; elements of criminal law; processes and procedures of the judicial system; basic human psychology; and social, cultural, and economic fabric of the community.
Must have significant experience and skill in investigating criminal cases.
Skills in: observation; analysis; information gathering; fact finding; interviewing; and report writing.
Ability to: make pertinent observations and to analyze those observations against the charges in a specific case or situation; effectively communicate with people of diverse backgrounds; establish effective working relationships with law enforcement agencies; write detailed, clear, and concise reports; coordinate and share information; and work as a team member.
Must possess a valid NC driver's license and reliable transportation.
Graduation from a four-year college or university, preferably in the field of law, criminal justice, and psychology or sociology, with one (1) year of experience in legal, judicial, law enforcement, or investigative work.
An associate degree with three (3) years of experience in the above-mentioned fields may substitute for the four year degree requirement.
Other combinations of education and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Law enforcement certification is not required, but it is strongly preferred and pay may be higher for candidates who hold certification.
Attach cover letter and résumé.

Responsibilities

Front office work such as answering phones; assisting the public as needed.
Review case files to ensure proper documentation, evaluate sufficiency of evidence, identify gaps, and advise appropriate personnel of deficiencies.
Locate witnesses/victims as needed.
Assist with subpoenas and ensure compliance.
Prepare diagrams, photographs, and other exhibits required for prosecution.
Conduct background investigations on witnesses, defendants, and potential jurors as directed.
Participate in case evaluations.
Assist with grand jury preparation.
Assist with extraditions, including coordinating with other states and processing required documentation.
Assist with the oversight of DCI, CJIS and other criminal investigative programs utilized within the District Attorney’s Office.