Position: Criminal Investigator

Opening Date: January 1, 2025 Closing Date: Until Filled

Salary: $67,252

Department: Public Defender Location: Courthouse One

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Description:

This full-time position requires a person willing to play a crucial role in supporting the St. Joseph County Public Defense Team by gathering and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and assisting attorneys as the resolve cases and prepare for trial.

Essential functions:

Conducting Investigations: Gather evidence from crime scenes, witnesses, police reports, cell phone and computer records, and forensic lab reports

Interviewing: Interview witnesses, defendants, law enforcement personnel, and victims to gather information

Documenting: Write detailed reports of interviews, investigations, and findings

Collaborating: Work closely with attorneys, judges, and law enforcement to maintain up-to-date case information

Testifying: Provide testimony when needed during trials regarding evidence and investigation procedures

Locating Individuals: Use public databases and other sources to locate suspects or witnesses

Qualifications:

Education: A bachelor's degree (or equivalent in experience and training) in law enforcement, criminal justice, forensic science, pre-law, or a related field.

Experience: At least one year of relevant experience in a courtroom, law office, police department, or criminal investigative work

Skills: Excellent interpersonal communication, attention to detail, organizational skills, and a thorough knowledge of court and jurisdiction-related law

Background Check: Must pass a criminal background investigation