Entry-Level Investigative Case Support (Evidence Review)

Frederick County Government; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Frederick County Government seeks an entry-level investigator/legal support staff to aid prosecutors in misdemeanor and felony matters across District, Circuit, and Juvenile Court. Duties include handling body worn camera footage, preparing basic investigative documents, and supporting case development under close direction.

The role offers full benefits with potential partial telework, standard 40-hour weeks, and a path to advancement within the State's Attorney’s Office.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in criminal justice, criminology, public administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in criminal justice, criminology, or related field.
• Substitutions: High School Diploma with 3 years work experience or Bachelor's Degree.
• Knowledge of criminal law, criminal procedure, and rules of evidence.

Responsibilities

• Review of criminal and traffic evidence.
• Prepare and review criminal history for cases and bond investigations.
• Manage case documentation and evidence by uploading and saving records, publishing case updates, and coordinating with law enforcement and other agencies.
• Review, redact and compile body camera footage.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Criminal procedure knowledge

Evidence handling basics

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's degree in criminal justice

High School Diploma with 3 years experience

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Police reporting systems

Digital evidence management systems

Case management systems

Job description

Frederick County Government seeks an entry-level investigator/legal support staff to aid prosecutors in misdemeanor and felony matters across District, Circuit, and Juvenile Court. Duties include handling body worn camera footage, preparing basic investigative documents, and supporting case development under close direction.

The role offers full benefits with potential partial telework, standard 40-hour weeks, and a path to advancement within the State's Attorney’s Office.