INVESTIGATOR II

State of careers Rhode Island•Lillington, NC

7d•$59,609 - $68,285

About The Position

To perform investigations, interviews and/or inspections of alleged criminal conduct in compliance with State Laws, Rules, and Regulations which may require specialized knowledge in the field of criminal investigators. To perform interviews concerning the financial eligibility of individuals applying for the Public Defenders services at the assigned staff location, custodial facility or other area. To obtain information pertaining to the financial resources of applicants referred to the Office of the Public Defender and of their legal relatives or guardians to establish their ability to contribute financially toward the legal defense of cases charged therein. To obtain information pertaining to the financial resources of the applicant, parent(s) or legal guardians pertaining to their financial application in order to substantiate their financial disclosures.

Requirements

A working knowledge of common business practices, effective methods of investigation, and the basic rules of legal evidence and Constitutional Law
The ability to ascertain facts by personal contact, observation and examination of records
The ability to explain and interpret provisions of laws and regulations
The ability to enforce departmental rule, regulations, and policies with firmness, fairness, and tact
The ability to prepare and type clear and concise reports
The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in contacts with municipal, state, federal, private and public agencies as well as members of the public and related capacities and abilities
Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's Degree in, but not limited to Criminal Justice, Psychology, Public or Business Administrator
Two years of employment in investigative work which primarily involved the interviewing of persons, obtaining of facts, inspections of records, and writing reports
Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience totaling two years
Possess a valid RI Drivers License

Responsibilities

To perform investigations, inspections and/or interviews in compliance with the responsibilities of the Office of the Public Defender
To ascertain facts, obtain, collect and arrange tests for evidence, and file reports of findings
To explain the eligibility requirements for requested Public Defenders Services
To explain the eligibility requirements for requested services
To review and investigate client's application to determine financial eligibility
To interpret pertinent statutes or polices
To do related work as required