Criminal Defense Investigator II

Dallas County Votes; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County Public Defender is seeking an Investigator II to support the Public Defender's Office in Dallas, TX. The role involves investigating felony and misdemeanor charges, gathering data, locating evidence, and helping prepare cases for trial.

The investigator will assist in plea negotiations, reconstruct events, interview witnesses, and coordinate subpoenas and travel for trial witnesses. Requires a bachelor's degree and 2 years in criminal or legal investigation, with valid Texas driver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminology, criminal justice, social or behavioral science or related field; two years of criminal or legal investigative experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally; establish productive relationships with the public and colleagues.
• Knowledge of investigative techniques, penal codes, welfare and institutional codes, and court procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists the assigned public defender in gathering data, identifying factors and solutions for moderate to complex cases.
• Locates and develops evidence to assist in plea negotiations.
• Plans and organizes work independently for trial or disposition preparation.
• Assists in reconstructing events and time elements for criminal cases.
• Locates, interviews and notifies witnesses; serves subpoenas and coordinates travel and lodging.
• Collects and prepares physical evidence for trial; reviews medical autopsy and forensic reports.
• Assists attorneys during jury selection and trial phases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Investigation techniques

Witness interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminology, criminal justice, social or behavioral science

Two years criminal or legal investigative experience

Job description

Dallas County Public Defender is seeking an Investigator II to support the Public Defender's Office in Dallas, TX. The role involves investigating felony and misdemeanor charges, gathering data, locating evidence, and helping prepare cases for trial.

The investigator will assist in plea negotiations, reconstruct events, interview witnesses, and coordinate subpoenas and travel for trial witnesses. Requires a bachelor's degree and 2 years in criminal or legal investigation, with valid Texas driver