Investigator

Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia; Morrow (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Solicitor-General’s Office is seeking an Investigator to lead daily staff activities and coordinate investigations. You will confer with supervisors on priorities, organize tasks, monitor progress, and assist with complex cases to ensure effective proceedings.

The role involves drafting warrants, securing and analyzing evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, and supporting trial preparation. A valid GA driver’s license and POST certification are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice required.
• Two years of experience in investigation, law enforcement, criminology or related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned staff.
• Confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities.
• Organizes tasks to complete assigned work.
• Monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers.
• Assists with complex/problem situations and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers on department policies and procedures.
• Assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and performance evaluations.
• Assists assigned Assistant Solicitors in conducting investigations and preparing cases for trial.
• Reviews case files and identifies investigative tasks.
• Drafts and executes search warrants or court orders for evidence; collects, secures, and analyzes evidence with chain of custody maintained.
• Assists with interviewing victims and witnesses; surveys, photographs, and sketches crime scenes.
• Utilizes various investigative tools and programs to obtain information; compiles witness lists; consults with Assistant Solicitors on trial strategies; and testifies in court.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice

Job description

DeKalb County Solicitor-General’s Office

Investigator

Duties

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned staff.
• Confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities.
• Organize tasks in order to complete assigned work.
• Monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work, confers with co-workers
• Assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise;
• Assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding department policies and procedures.
• Assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
• Assists assigned Assistant Solicitors in conducting investigations and preparing cases for trial.
• Reviews case files and identifies investigative tasks.
• Drafts and executes search warrants or court orders for evidence;
• collects, secures, and analyzes evidence, ensuring chain of custody is maintained;
• Assists with interviewing victims and witnesses; surveys, photographs, and sketches crime scenes;
• Utilizes various investigative tools, resources, and programs to obtain necessary information;
• Compiles witness lists; consults with Assistant Solicitors regarding trial strategies; and testifies in court.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice required; two years of experience in investigation, law enforcement, criminology or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license; and must possess and maintain Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) certification.

Salary Range:

$65k-$72k

Contact Number:

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