Investigator - Public Defender with Impact & Benefits

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS)

Deferred compensation plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office is hiring an Investigator in Sioux Falls, SD. The role focuses on professional investigative work to gather information for defense attorneys in cases, contributing to fair and thorough defense.

You will interview witnesses, examine scenes, and review reports to uncover crucial details. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of investigative experience, with the ability to travel and maintain a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, sociology, political science, or a related field.
• Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment background process.

Responsibilities

• Interview witnesses and gather information to support defense strategies.
• Build timelines and create visual exhibits to reveal the truth.
• Coordinate with attorneys and present findings to support cases.
• Verify information and challenge unsupported claims to ground cases in facts.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal collaboration

Cultural mindfulness

Attention to detail

Driving/field travel readiness

Education

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

Job description

Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office is hiring an Investigator in Sioux Falls, SD. The role focuses on professional investigative work to gather information for defense attorneys in cases, contributing to fair and thorough defense.

You will interview witnesses, examine scenes, and review reports to uncover crucial details. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of investigative experience, with the ability to travel and maintain a valid driver's