Public Defender Investigator — Impactful, PTO from Day One

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO from day one

South Dakota Retirement System

Job summary

Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an Investigator to perform professional investigative work obtaining information about cases to support defense attorneys. You will interview witnesses, examine scenes, review reports and footage, and build timelines and visual exhibits to illuminate the facts.

You will work closely with attorneys to craft precise case strategies, while upholding fairness and ensuring every client receives thorough, compassionate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, sociology, political science, or related field
• Pre-employment background check required
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation for field travel
• Knowledge of South Dakota law and law enforcement policies
• Knowledge of criminal investigation methods including gathering, preserving, and presenting evidence
• Knowledge of interviewing methods and techniques
• Ability to work with witnesses in the criminal justice system
• Cultural mindfulness in communications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with technology and related software systems

Responsibilities

• Interview witnesses and examine scenes to gather information
• Review reports and footage and build timelines
• Create visual exhibits to support defense arguments
• Surface evidence and verify information to strengthen cases
• Collaborate with attorneys to craft precise case strategies

Skills

Interviewing methods

Verbal and written communication

Cultural mindfulness

Team collaboration

Technology skills

Ability to work with witnesses

Professional appearance and demeanor

Analytical thinking

Education

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

Job description

Minnehaha County Public Defender's Office in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an Investigator to perform professional investigative work obtaining information about cases to support defense attorneys. You will interview witnesses, examine scenes, review reports and footage, and build timelines and visual exhibits to illuminate the facts.

You will work closely with attorneys to craft precise case strategies, while upholding fairness and ensuring every client receives thorough, compassionate