Criminal Investigator - Prosecution Team

Kent County, Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kent County Prosecutor’s Office seeks an Investigator to join a team dedicated to evidence-based investigations supporting criminal prosecutions. Work is performed under general supervision in a collaborative office environment.

Responsibilities include conducting independent investigations, locating and interviewing witnesses, interviewing and preparing statements, analyzing data, and assisting with evidence for trial. The role may involve subpoenas and potential testimony.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in criminal justice or related field with 1 year of law enforcement experience.
• Knowledge of interviewing and evidence handling best practices.
• Ability to interview witnesses and analyze information for investigations.

Responsibilities

• Completing independent investigations which may include obtaining, verifying, and/or validating evidence related to cases
• Locating and interviewing witnesses
• Conducting interviews, preparing statements, and analyzing data
• Visiting, recording, and photographing/diagraming crime scenes
• Assisting with evidence preparation for trial
• Serving subpoenas which may include victim/witness transportation
• Appearing as a witness and testifying at trials if needed.
• Many other duties as required.

Skills

Witness interviewing

Evidence analysis

Case investigations

Interviews

Data analysis

Education

Associates degree in criminal justice

Job description

The Kent County Prosecutor’s Office seeks an Investigator to join a team dedicated to evidence-based investigations supporting criminal prosecutions. Work is performed under general supervision in a collaborative office environment.

Responsibilities include conducting independent investigations, locating and interviewing witnesses, interviewing and preparing statements, analyzing data, and assisting with evidence for trial. The role may involve subpoenas and potential testimony.