Assistant Chief District Attorney Investigator

Placer-County; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Placer County District Attorney's Office is seeking an Assistant Chief District Attorney Investigator to lead and manage the Investigations Division in the Roseville office. The role includes coordinating programs, conducting sensitive investigations, and guiding background checks under the DA's leadership.

The position requires a robust mix of investigative expertise and supervisory capability, with a focus on policy development, training, and resource management within a high-pressure public

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in criminal investigation operations, two of which must be in a District Attorney’s Office, and two years of supervisory responsibility.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, business or public administration, or a related field.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance may be required.
• Possession of a current Advanced POST certificate and management certificate within 12 months after appointment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief District Attorney Investigator in managing and directing activities of the Investigations Division.
• Coordinate activities within assigned programs and manage department background investigations.
• Facilitate division training and assist with sensitive investigations.
• Organize division programs and budget administration.

Skills

Criminal investigations

Supervision

Budgeting

Interview techniques

Statistics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice/public administration

Job description

Salary $78.09 - $97.53/hour; $13,535.60 - $16,905.20/month; $162,427.20 - $202,862.40/year

Department

Department District Attorney

Job Type

Job Type Promotional and/or Interdepartment Transfer

POSITION INFORMATION

The Placer County District Attorney's Office is accepting applications for Assistant Chief District Attorney Investigator to fill one (1) vacancy in the Roseville office.

BENEFITS

Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department.

For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer please visit Placer County's Human Resources website.

DEFINITION

To assist the Chief District AttorneyInvestigator in managing and directing the activities of the InvestigationsDivision within the District Attorney’s Office; to coordinate activities withinassigned programs, manage departmental employment background investigations,facilitate division training, and assist the Chief District AttorneyInvestigator with sensitive investigations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experienceand Training:

Anycombination of experience and training that would provide the requiredknowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the requiredknowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Four (4) years of increasinglyresponsible experience in criminal investigation operations, two of which mustbe in a District Attorney’s Office, and two years of supervisoryresponsibility.

Training:

Possessionof a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with majorcourse work in criminal justice, business or public administration, or arelated field.

Required License or Certificate:

• May need topossess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequatevehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
• Possession ofa current and valid Advanced certificate issued by the California Peace OfficerStandards and Training Commission (P.O.S.T.). Completion of the CaliforniaP.O.S.T. Management Certificate within 12 months after appointment.

Special Qualifications:

Must be 21years of age by date of appointment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles andpractices of current law enforcement procedures, community-focused methods ofcriminal and civil investigations, administration, and law enforcementmanagement.
• Pertinentlocal, State, and Federal rules, regulations, and laws; court operations, andthe operational rules and regulations of the District Attorney’s Office.
• Principles andpractices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution.
• Principles andpractices used in planning, organizing, and directing criminal, civil, andfamily support law and criminal investigations.
• Techniques,methods, equipment, tools, and materials used in criminal investigations.
• Interview andinterrogation techniques.
• Rules ofevidence, arrest, and search-and-seizure laws.
• Statisticalmethods and report writing.
• Methods usedto train criminal investigators.
• Modern officeprocedures, methods, and computer equipment.
• Principles andpractices of policy development and implementation.
• Principles andpractices of organizational analysis and management.
• Budgetingprocedures and techniques.
• Principles andpractices of supervision, training, and personnel management.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job;read, observe, identify, interpret, understand, analyze, apply, recall, andexplain complex and technical policies and procedures, numerical information,analytical and statistical information, work papers, technical reports, specialprojects, and pertinent laws, rules, and regulations;analyze situations and determine propercourse of action; work under time pressure and complete a high volume of taskswith frequent interruptions; manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneouslyand quickly switch between tasks; focus on a single task for long periods oftime.
• On a continuous basis, sit a at desk or in meetings for long periods oftime; Intermittently walk, stand, bend, squat, stoop, crouch, climb, crawl, kneel,or twist to reach equipment surrounding desk or when in the field; performsimple and power grasping and fine manipulation; speak, use a telephone, write,and use a keyboard to communicate and/or to enter or retrieve data; see, hear,and smell with sufficient acuity to perform essential job functions; wearutility belt, vest, and/or other law enforcement equipment weight approximately25 pounds; lift very heavy weight.
• Organize and direct division programs and operations.
• Perform the most complex work of the division
• Develop and recommend division policies and procedures.
• Prepare, administer, and monitor a budget.
• Supervise, train, assign, review, and evaluate work of staff.
• Maintain physical, emotional, and mental condition to satisfactorilyperform the functions of the position; meet and maintain required peace officeremployment standards to safely and effectively perform assigned duties.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequencesof proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Work effectively in stressful situations, act quicky and calmly inemergencies.
• Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effectivemanner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with thosecontacted in the course of work.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Training & Experience Rating (100%)
Applicants are required to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire,which serves as the examination for this recruitment.

• Evaluation: We use a pre-determined formula to score your responses related to education, training, and professional experience.

Accuracy: Please ensure your application and questionnaire thoroughly reflect your background, as these scores determine your ranking on the eligible list.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Candidates must complete the following requirements before their start date if an offer is extended:

DOJ Criminal Background Clearance: Successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check through the California Department of Justice.

Medical Evaluation: Pass a pre-employment physical, which may include drug screening and/or a psychological evaluation.

Oath of Office: Subscribe to the constitutional oath or affirmation as required for all public employees by the California Constitution.

Employment Eligibility Verification: Provide original documents that establish both identity and the legal right to work in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Position-Specific Requirements

In addition to the above, some positions may require one or more of the following:

Age Verification: Provide documentation verifying that you meet the minimum legal age requirements for this position.

Background Check: Some positions require a background investigation. This may include a credit check, voice stress analysis, polygraph, and/or proof of bonding.

Law Enforcement: Applicants for law enforcement functions must complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process.

Medi-Cal Access/Licensing: Applicants with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification.

Failure to clear all requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Placer County is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. All applicants and employees receive fair and equal consideration in every stage of employment. Employment decisions are based on job‑related qualifications and are not influenced by any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Refer to our Equal Employment Opportunity Program and Policy Statement (PDF ) for detailed information.

Applicants who need an accommodation during the recruitment or examination process should contact Human Resources at least five working days before the scheduled exam.

Conclusion

Recruitment Contact
For questions regarding this position, please contact:

• Kristen Cannon,Administrative Technician

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