Impactful Public Defender Investigator

Minnehaha County; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO from day one

Extended sick leave

South Dakota Retirement System

Deferred compensation plan

Job summary

Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office is seeking an Investigator to perform professional investigative work supporting defense attorneys. The role involves interviewing witnesses, examining scenes, and gathering information to inform case strategies in Sioux Falls, SD.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, PTO from day one, extended sick leave, SDRS retirement, and a deferred compensation plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, sociology, political science, or related field with at least one year of investigative experience or as paralegal.
• Working knowledge of South Dakota law and law enforcement policies.

Responsibilities

• Interview key witnesses and examine scenes to gather information.
• Build timelines and surface evidence to strengthen the defense.
• Present findings to attorneys and contribute to case strategy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural mindfulness

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice/sociology/political science/related field

Tools

Technology software proficiency

Job description

Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office is seeking an Investigator to perform professional investigative work supporting defense attorneys. The role involves interviewing witnesses, examining scenes, and gathering information to inform case strategies in Sioux Falls, SD.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, PTO from day one, extended sick leave, SDRS retirement, and a deferred compensation plan.