DA Investigator - High-Impact Cases

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking an experienced investigator to conduct timely criminal investigations, interview witnesses, collect evidence, and assist prosecutors in trial preparation. The role requires robust knowledge of criminal databases and security support for victims and witnesses in court.

Five years of law enforcement experience with investigative work is preferred. Fort Bend County offers competitive benefits; equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; 30 semester hours from an accredited college/university or two years active-duty military experience preferred.
• Intermediate TCOLE Certification.
• Five years law enforcement experience, with at least two years of investigative experience.
• Good computer and typing skills; working knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and database software.
• Good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of TLETS/NLETS, TCIC/NCIC and JIMS/HPD computer databases.
• Firearms Certification.

Responsibilities

• Conducts timely investigations in preparation for the establishment of trial ready cases.
• Locates and interviews witnesses, victims, and other persons involved in criminal investigations; Collects and records evidence; Seizes contraband and arrests violators when necessary.
• Reviews criminal cases as assigned in determining course of action to be followed.
• Photographs crime scenes and crime victims; May fingerprint suspects in order to verify identity.
• Provides security, including transportation, for victims and witnesses during courtroom appearances and proceedings.
• Conducts grand jury investigations by collecting and analyzing evidence/data.
• Assists in preparation and presentation of both grand jury presentation and courtroom trial material.
• Copies existing audio and visual recordings and prepares other court exhibits using multimedia resources.
• Serves and assists with subpoenas, citations, arrest and search warrants.
• Assists the Chief Investigator and outside law enforcement agencies with criminal case information.
• Ability to effectively communicate with other agencies, public and elected officials as well as maintain confidentiality of current and past complaints and investigations.
• Attends community meetings to receive public input on concerns relevant to intelligence within that region and makes presentations to community or educational organizations on the topic of gangs.

Skills

Investigative experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED; 30 semester hours or two years active-duty military

Firearms Certification

Tools

TLETS/NLETS

TCIC/NCIC

JIMS/HPD

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking an experienced investigator to conduct timely criminal investigations, interview witnesses, collect evidence, and assist prosecutors in trial preparation. The role requires robust knowledge of criminal databases and security support for victims and witnesses in court.

Five years of law enforcement experience with investigative work is preferred. Fort Bend County offers competitive benefits; equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.