Reserve Deputy - DA Investigator 20 hours/week

County of Marathon•Wausau, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Marathon County Sheriff's Office as a Reserve Deputy - DA Investigator and play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of the District Attorney’s Office while contributing to the preparation of criminal cases. This is a part-time, 20 hour/week position, that is not eligible for benefits. Hours of work will be scheduled Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Candidates must be certified law enforcement officers in the State of Wisconsin or become a certified officer and maintain the requirements of that certification as governed by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board under SS165.85, Wis. Stats. The investigator will be authorized to carry a firearm upon successful firearms qualifications and approval by the Sheriff or his/her designee. The Reserve Deputy - DA Investigator will take direction from the District Attorney in accordance with Sheriff Office rules, regulations, and policies. Some initiative and independent judgment is exercised in performing work assignments, although unusual problems may be referred to a supervisor for advice on procedural or policy matters. Employees must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent judgment in emergency situations.

Requirements

Possess a current State of Wisconsin sworn law officer certification; OR will meet the minimum qualifications to be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer as defined by Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB)
Possess a valid driver's license and driving record that meets Sheriff's Office standards
Applicants must not have been convicted of any federal felony or of any offense which if committed in Wisconsin could be punished as a felony unless the applicant has been granted an absolute and unconditional pardon
Applicants must not have been convicted of any misdemeanor crime of domestic violence unless the applicant has been granted an absolute and unconditional pardon
Must be of good character to withstand an extensive background investigation
May have occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Skill in the use of computer software programs, functions, and operations
Understands the County's and department's mission, core values, plans, and priorities for the future
Ability to contribute to a positive work culture that fosters excellent customer service and teamwork
Assemble and evaluate facts to make sound recommendations
Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels as well as with other agencies and the public
Exercise sound judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyze and project consequences of decisions and recommendations
Demonstrate and maintain a high degree of initiative, maturity, integrity, loyalty, accountability, creativity, and good judgment
Interview victims and witnesses
Understand, interprets, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Prepare, review, and evaluate comprehensive investigative reports
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Handle confidential and sensitive matters discreetly and effectively
Effectively multi-task to consistently meet changing and challenging deadlines

Nice To Haves

Refer to the Marathon County Sheriff’s Department Exposure Control Plan for more specific information.

Responsibilities

Provides security for attorneys, victims, victim advocates, and witnesses
Provide office and courtroom security
Escort attorneys, victims, advocates, and witnesses to and from trial
Participates and documents attorney interviews/trial preparation
Assist the prosecutorial staff in the preparation of criminal cases that occur in Marathon County
Conduct formal investigations as directed by the District Attorney
Assist law enforcement officers from other jurisdictions on a case-by-case basis
Conduct criminal follow-up after local law enforcement has referred a case
Complete various duties assigned by the Sheriff's Office, including functions such as completing background investigations or other law enforcement duties or assignments
Testify in court as needed
Sign criminal complaints
Answer phones and assist the public
Prepare legal reports and documents
Prepare files
Prepare criminal histories(E-time)
Collaborates with other law enforcement agencies and community partners
Participate in the interview of victims and witnesses of crimes
Perform routine administrative and clerical work as directed by district attorney staff
Maintains regular and predictable attendance
Performs related work as required