Sergeant Investigator - County Attorney

Williamson County; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamson County is seeking an Investigator to serve as a liaison between the County Attorney's Office and law enforcement. The role involves investigating various criminal cases, assisting in trial preparations, and coordinating with external agencies. Ideal candidates will have a strong law enforcement background and excellent communication skills to navigate complex investigations and court proceedings.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of law enforcement experience with previous investigative units or equivalent education and experience.
• Maintain firearm proficiency.
• Working knowledge of specific job-related technology.

Responsibilities

• Investigates all misdemeanor, juvenile, and protective order cases filed within Williamson County.
• Coordinates warrants and final case presentations to court.
• Assists prosecutors with trial preparation and court proceedings.

Skills

Investigation

Communication

Report Writing

Evidence Collection

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Investigator, responsible for acting as liaison between the County Attorney’s Office and law enforcement agencies, the public, defense attorneys, victims and witnesses. Investigates all misdemeanor, juvenile (felony and misdemeanor), Child Protective Services (CPS), protective order, and hot check cases filed within Williamson County, including coordination of warrants (search and arrest) with local law enforcement, intake, and final case presentation to court.

• Reviews all incoming criminal cases assigned to County Court at Laws and Juvenile Court by reviewing offense reports, statements, jail paperwork, PC Affidavits, and accident reports
• Determines Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) codes in relation to the charge and assists prosecutor with formal charging documents and complaint wording; may include research of applicable laws/codes
• Investigates protective order applicants and respondents as needed, including obtaining reports, statements, and photographing injuries
• Works with Justice of the Peace Courts and assists prosecutors in daily workload at off-site courts
• Obtains evidence (911 calls, video, audio, statements, photos, etc.) for all criminal, civil, protective order cases, and CPS cases; photographs/videotapes crime scenes as necessary
• Assists prosecutors with trial preparation and coordinates courtroom appearances for victims, witnesses, officers, and defense attorneys, as necessary; locates these individuals as needed
• Prepares written reports for the prosecuting attorney documenting investigations and/or interviews with victims/witnesses
• Interviews and submits statements of victims and witnesses as necessary
• Attends appropriate court proceedings and performs security escorts of victims, witnesses, and staff as necessary
• Supports the Civil Division with investigative needs such as witness location, evidence collection, and general investigation in county lawsuits or other county business
• Testifies as an expert witness in forgery and question documents, fingerprint identification, domestic violence, and technology related tasks
• Obtains criminal history and driver’s license information, drafts search warrants, and generates subpoenas
• Accesses county law enforcement databases to include local police agencies and state/national databases while maintaining confidentiality of those records
• Investigates identity theft or mistaken identity problems, issues reports to correct, and assists the public via telephone and in-person with questions or concerns about the law, a case or problem
• Investigates simple and complex hot check cases including organized theft and forgery cases; assist with coordinating hot check round ups; investigates, locates, and contacts hot check defendants in order to collect restitution
• Assists entire office with technology issues such as video file conversions, redactions, and courtroom presentation
• Works with specialized criminal cases such as Environmental, Animal Cruelty, and Texas Parks and Wildlife
• Communicates frequently with local and out of state law enforcement agencies, attorneys, court personnel, victims, defendants, witnesses of crime, and the general public
• Assists with assignments by the Chief Investigator, including certain gambling, pornography and public integrity investigations
• Assists the Juvenile and Child Protective Services division by reviewing offense reports, obtaining criminal histories, locating witnesses, preparing documents for Attorneys and courtroom presentation
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs related special projects as assigned by supervisor

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Deputy Chief Investigator
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, prolonged reading, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions and standing
• Frequent and prolonged use of computer, including dual or triple monitors, as office is paperless and majority of work will be done via computer
• Position involves occasional lifting and carrying of up to fifty (50) pounds and exertion of up to twenty-five (25) pounds of force to move objects
• Occasionally a need to restrain a Defendant who is taken into custody within the office or the Courthouse, or while serving arrest or search warrants

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Some travel may be required to various County offices, law enforcement agencies and outside the county. May include travel to serve subpoenas to the public. Possibility of infrequent overnight travel.
• High-volume County Attorney’s Office with stressful situations, pressure of deadlines and case management under limited time constraints
• Constant communication with the public and defense counsel

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• Associate degree in a related field and six (6) years of law enforcement experience with previous investigative units; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Maintain firearm proficiency
• Working knowledge of specific job-related technology

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• Peace Officer Certification from The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) certificate
• Instructor’s certification from TCOLE
• Valid driver’s license

Required within six (6) months of employment

• Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Thorough knowledge of the Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure and be proficient in the use of the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS)
• Certification in the following: Forgery & Questioned Document Examiner; Fingerprint Comparison and/or Identification Officer; TLETS operator
• Advanced Peace Officer Certification from TCOLE
• Bilingual (Spanish)

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone [phone] or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.