Criminal Investigations Specialist

United States Courts; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Federal holidays

Job summary

United States Courts in Memphis, TN seeks an investigator to support case preparation by locating and interviewing witnesses, gathering data and court records, and writing reports. This role also includes serving subpoenas, photographing crime scenes, and testifying in court.

Applicants should have a working understanding of criminal law and procedure, the court system, and the ability to prepare concise written and oral reports.

Qualifications

• Understanding of criminal law, procedure, and evidence
• Knowledge of the court system
• Discretion in obtaining cooperation
• Ability to gather and organize information
• Good judgment
• Honesty and integrity with respect for people
• Ability to prepare concise written and oral reports
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Background check including FBI name and fingerprint check

Responsibilities

• Locate witnesses and interview them
• Gather data and court records
• Write investigative reports
• Serve subpoenas
• Photograph crime scenes
• Testify in court

Skills

Criminal law knowledge

Court system knowledge

Discretion and tact

Information gathering

Written and oral reporting

Independent and teamwork

Computer skills

Driver’s license

Background checks

Education

High school level education or higher substitute

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

United States Courts in Memphis, TN seeks an investigator to support case preparation by locating and interviewing witnesses, gathering data and court records, and writing reports. This role also includes serving subpoenas, photographing crime scenes, and testifying in court.

Applicants should have a working understanding of criminal law and procedure, the court system, and the ability to prepare concise written and oral reports.