Investigator - District Attorney's Office

Consolidated Municipality of Carson City • Carson City, NV

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The is a full-time, non-exempt position with the District Attorney's office. Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex and sensitive field service and legal investigative work involving prosecution and disposition of criminal and civil matters in the District Attorney's Office.

Requirements

• Equivalent to an Associate’s degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related area; AND three (3) years of experience in performing criminal and/or civil investigations in a public agency or in a sworn law enforcement role; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
• A valid Driver's License.
• Knowledge of: Policies, procedures and regulations of the criminal justice system.
• Law enforcement terminology and methods, including rules of civil and criminal procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Nevada Revised Statutes and the elements of criminal offenses, procedures for the collection, identification and storage of evidence and thorough knowledge of research methods.
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Skill in: Applying and explaining federal, state and local laws related to the service and enforcement of civil process.
• Conducting criminal investigations independently and effectively.
• Remaining calm and taking appropriate action in tense or hazardous situations.
• Making sound independent judgment in emergency or crisis situations.
• Making rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate records and files.
• Preparing clear and concise written reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Dealing successfully with the public, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
• Assisting victims or witnesses of crimes with progression through the criminal justice system in a timely and reasonable manner.
• Evaluating workflow and effectively prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.

Nice To Haves

• Nevada P.O.S.T. training certificate – Category II, preferred

Responsibilities

• Discovers the location of witnesses and other persons involved in various legal situations by using various tracing methods such as contacting law enforcement agencies, utilities, credit services, other governmental agencies, friends and family members.
• Takes statements from victims, witnesses, defendants and others connected to a specific case.
• Requests, receives and reviews information regarding law enforcement investigations, including laboratory data, police reports, photographs and other materials pertinent to cases being investigated.
• Analyze reports to identify relevant legal issues.
• Locates and serves subpoenas, summonses, warrants, motions, compelling orders, orders to show cause and other legal documentation to individuals, partnerships and corporations.
• Conducts detailed, independent investigations under the direction of an attorney.
• Transports individuals involved with cases and witnesses.
• Records and maintains chain of evidence and transports to evidence storage location.
• Photograph, sketch and reconstruct crime scenes.
• May testify in court as required.
• Provides information to the public over the telephone and in person regarding rules and regulations relating to the investigative area to which assigned.
• Maintains accurate records of cases and service; and prepares investigative and administrative reports as required.
• Locates absent parents, provides assistance to other law enforcement jurisdictions by locating individuals and serving various legal documents.
• Arrests persons violating court orders, bench warrants or interfering with enforcement of writs.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its clients by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
• Drives a personal or City motor vehicle to visit sites under investigation and transport witnesses and others.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, public, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Benefits

• Probationary period of twelve (12) months.
• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position.
• Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
• New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation and a drug screen.
• Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree