Investigator G120 District Attorney's Office

Columbus Consolidated Government; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Consolidated Government seeks an investigator to support the District Attorney by preparing case files, attending preliminary hearings, and gathering reports and evidence. The role involves interviewing victims and witnesses, preparing discovery, and testifying before the Grand Jury.

The position requires knowledge of the Rules of Evidence, criminal law, and investigation procedures, with strong oral/written communication and the ability to operate a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Rules of Evidence and the Georgia Criminal Code.
• Knowledge of the practices and procedures of criminal investigation.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.
• Skill in criminal investigation procedures.
• Skill in the use of assigned firearms.
• Skill in negotiation and persuasion.
• Skill in using basic office equipment and computerized research resources.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Prepares case files for prosecution.
• Attends preliminary hearings on all felony cases.
• Obtains police reports and transcripts; obtains investigators' observations; obtains crime lab reports, photos, and evidence; runs criminal background checks; obtains medical records.
• Prepares discovery information for defense counsel.
• Interviews victims and witnesses.
• Prepares for motion hearings.
• Transports evidence to crime labs.
• Testifies before the Grand Jury.
• Prepares cases for trial; verifies subpoenas served to witnesses; obtains evidence while observing chain of custody; interviews/reviews case with witnesses; obtains certified court records; creates court presentation documents including maps/photos.
• Oversees maintenance of an assigned vehicle.
• Assists in administration of department files.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Criminal investigation procedures

Public and interpersonal relations

Oral and written communication

Motor vehicle operation

Negotiation and persuasion

Firearm handling

Education

High school diploma or GED; 1-2 years related experience

Job description

This position performs investigative duties to assist the District Attorney in preparing cases for prosecution.

• Prepares case files for prosecution.
• Attends preliminary hearings on all felony cases.
• Obtains police reports and transcripts; obtains investigators' observations; obtains crime lab reports, photos, and evidence; runs criminal background checks; obtains medical records.
• Prepares discovery information for defense counsel.
• Interviews victims and witnesses.
• Prepares for motion hearings.
• Transports evidence to crime labs.
• Testifies before the Grand Jury.
• Prepares cases for trial; verifies that subpoenas have been served to all witnesses; obtains all evidence needed for the case while observing chain of custody procedures; interviews and reviews the case file with witnesses; obtains certified court records; makes documents for court presentation including maps or photos.
• Oversees the maintenance of an assigned vehicle.
• Assists in the administration of department files.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of the Rules of Evidence and of the Georgia Criminal Code.
• Knowledge of the practices and procedures of criminal investigation.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.
• Skill in criminal investigation procedures.
• Skill in the use of assigned firearms.
• Skill in negotiation and persuasion.
• Skill in using basic office equipment and computerized research resources.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.