Criminal Defense Investigator I – Fieldwork & Interviews

State of Colorado

Boulder (CO)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 78,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Paid Time Off

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Job summary

Office of the Colorado State Public Defender is seeking an Investigator I to support indigent defense. Duties include organizing case files, preparing for investigations, interviewing witnesses, and coordinating with attorneys to develop defense strategies.

The role emphasizes thorough documentation, ethical practice, and timely updates on case status, with regular travel within Colorado. Minimal qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field and strong written

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in criminal justice, social sciences, psychology, criminology, legal studies, political science, international relations, public relations, or communications
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Organizes case files and tracks information for investigations and court dates
Prepares for investigations, interviews witnesses, and gathers information
Collaborates with attorneys to develop defense strategy and ethical considerations
Maintains timely communication with attorneys regarding case status and deadlines
Documents work thoroughly and maintains evidence and records
Supports trial and hearing preparation, including exhibits and witness coordination