INVESTIGATOR

Dougherty County Commission; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dougherty County District Attorney's Office in Albany, GA is hiring an Investigator to handle investigations of criminal offenses, interview witnesses and defendants, collect and document evidence, and prepare cases for trial.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice and at least four years of law enforcement experience; GA Peace Officer Certification and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice or related major.
• Four (4) years of law enforcement experience with preferred knowledge in accounting, record keeping, or personnel issues.

Responsibilities

• Investigates all criminal cases; reviews incident reports; interviews witnesses, defendants, victims; locates witnesses; locates and collects evidence; performs chemical and microscopic tests on evidence.
• Compiles narratives of witness and defendant statements based on incident reports and interviews; photographs crime scenes when requested.
• Performs additional investigations on majority of cases received; prepares, executes arrest and search warrants.
• Travels to correctional facilities and interviews inmates.
• Assembles all evidence to be used at trial and verify each item of evidence has been marked correctly and entered into record.

Skills

Investigation

Witness interviews

Evidence handling

Criminal justice knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice or related major

Tools

GCIC/NCIC

Job description

Salary$56,680.00 AnnuallyLocationAlbany, GAJob TypeFULL-TIME CLASSIFIEDJob Number2026-78DepartmentDougherty County District Attorney's OfficeOpening Date10/09/2026Closing Date10/23/2026 11:59 PM EasternDescriptionThe Dougherty County District Attorney’s Office is hiring for an Investigator. The purpose of this position is to investigation of criminal offenses in Dougherty County. Responsibilities may vary dependent upon assigned department.This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.Essential Tasks• Investigates all criminal cases; reviews incident reports; interviews witnesses, defendants, victims; locates witnesses; locates and collects evidence; performs chemical and microscopic tests on evidence.• Compiles narratives of witness and defendant statements based upon incident reports and interviews conducted; photographs crime scenes when requested.• Performs additional investigations on majority of cases received; prepares, executes arrest and search warrants.• Travels to correctional facilities and interviews inmates.• Assembles all evidence to be used at trial and verify each item of evidence has been marked correctly and entered into record.• May file condemnation proceedings of all monetary or material evidence on all seizures or contraband.• May administer the GCIC terminal operator/practitioners’ training program within the agency; complete and maintain records; and serve as the point of contact for validation and all other GCIC/NCIC network related matters.• Serves all legal documents on attorneys, witnesses, defendants; coordinates conferences with assistant district attorneys, attorneys, victims and witnesses; coordinates with all law enforcement agencies for scheduled conferences.• Prepares assigned Federal cases to be prosecuted by Federal Court.• conducts internal investigations pertaining to alleged criminal offense, policy violations, or corruption; investigates white collar crimes at request of County, City and State officials.• May serve as an investigator for Terminal Agency Coordinators (TAC).• Conducts and completes investigations on all extradition cases; files all extradition proceedings with State’s Governor’s office.• Performs related work as assigned.Minimum Qualification• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice or related major.• Four (4) years of law enforcement experience with preferred knowledge in accounting, record keeping, or personnel issues or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Supplemental InformationPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.• Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.• NoneSpecial Certifications And Licenses:• Must possess and maintain Georgia Peace Officer Certification.• May require additional certifications based upon assigned department.• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.PLEASE PROVIDE COPIES OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, DRIVER’S LICENSE, DEGREE(S) AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S). RESUMES ARE RECOMMENDED AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION BUT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance: Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.Essential Safety Functions: It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.Supplemental Information:Application Deadline: Beginning Friday, October 9, 2026 through Friday, October 23, 2026.SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005.DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.E Q U A L O P P O R T U N I T Y E M P L O Y E R