Investigative Assistant I/II

The County of El Dorado; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of El Dorado seeks Determined Investigative Assistants I/II to support prosecutorial and defense offices in Placerville, CA. This role handles legal processes, witness locating, and routine investigative duties under supervision, with driver’s license required for fieldwork.

Two years of clerical/administrative experience are expected; higher responsibilities require investigative experience. This position supports civil and criminal processes and participates in recruitment

Qualifications

• High school graduation plus two years clerical/administrative experience.
• For Investigative Assistant II: two years investigative experience involving locating, observing, and interviewing individuals and preparing reports of findings.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Receive legal process and instructions for service of documents to absent parents, witnesses, and other individuals as required.
• Identify and locate witnesses, victims, suspects, and persons by using information obtained through law enforcement databases, directories, utility records, internet sources, public or private agencies, employers, families, neighbors, or other individuals.
• Conduct necessary investigation to locate witnesses, absent parents, and others as needed including various computer checks, contacts with other agencies, family members, employers, and neighbors to gain information regarding the whereabouts of the individual and affect the service of process.
• Perform and assist in routine investigations of alleged violations of the law.
• Perform field service of civil and criminal legal process such as subpoenas, summons, and complaints; make positive identification of persons served, and time and location of services.

Skills

Administrative support

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

The El Dorado County District Attorney's Office is dedicated to objectively and effectively investigating and prosecuting matters under the Law, while recognizing the dignity of all individuals to achieve justice and minimize trauma to victims.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under close to general supervision, performs technical investigation support to the Public Defender’s and District Attorney’s Offices relating to the prosecution or defense of felony, misdemeanor, juvenile, civil, and related cases such as, court orders, writs, affidavits, summons, complaints, notices, subpoenas duces tecum, and subpoenas; prepares proof of service for such processes; assists in routine investigative duties; and performs related duties as assigned.

Selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Receive legal process and written instructions for service of documents to absent parents, witnesses, and other individuals as required.


• Identify and locate witnesses, victims, suspects, and persons by using information obtained through law enforcement databases, directories, utility records, internet sources, public or private agencies, employers, families, neighbors, or other individuals.


• Conduct necessary investigation to locate witnesses, absent parents, and others as needed including, but not limited to, various computer checks, contacts with other agencies, family members, employers, and neighbors to gain information regarding the whereabouts of the individual and affect the service of process.


• Perform and assist in routine investigations of alleged violations of the law.


• Perform field service of civil and criminal legal process such as subpoenas, summons, and complaints; make positive identification of persons served, and time and location of services.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:

A combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying; however, education may not solely substitute for the required experience.

Investigative Assistant I:

Equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of general clerical and administrative office support experience.

Investigative Assistant II:

Equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of investigative experience involving the use of various search procedures, including locating, observing, and interviewing individuals and preparing reports of findings.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

To view the minimum qualifications for an Investigative Assistant I/II as well as physical, environmental, and working conditions.

Recruitment Process

The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

Training and Experience Evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the \"Work Experience\" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here.

Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Kelly Gatchet in Human Resources at [e-mail]

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Investigative Assistant I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full-time, part-time, limited-term, and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

We are currently recruiting for the following:

• One (1) full-time vacancy in the District Attorney's Office, located in Placerville, CA.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.

Prior to conditional job offer, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.

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