Employment Opportunities
Atlanta Judicial Circuit
Investigator
The District Attorney’s Office in the Atlanta Judicial Circuit has an opening for an Investigator.
The following duties are normal for this position; other duties may be required and assigned: Perform professional investigative work for the Office of the District Attorney to assist in the resolution of cases and the successful prosecution of criminal defendants. Work involves providing support, resources, and security to assigned Assistant District Attorneys prior to, during, and after the prosecution of felony criminal cases. This classification is distinguished from the series by the level of casework assigned and the demonstrated ability to independently complete investigative assignments. Positions in the Senior Investigator, D.A. classification investigate unique and complex felony cases, which may involve upper-level felonies, crimes of public integrity, high-profile cases, fugitive investigations, or other factors influencing the complexity of the investigation. Positions in the Senior Investigator, D.A. classification may also serve as a lead worker to other Investigators.
Essential Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned crew or co-workers: Confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
Conducts investigations and assists assigned Assistant District Attorneys in preparing cases for trial: Reviews case files and identifies investigative tasks; coordinates investigative plan; drafts and executes search warrants or court orders for evidence; collects, secures, and analyzes evidence, ensuring chain of custody is maintained; assists with interviewing victims and witnesses; surveys, photographs, and sketches crime scenes; utilizes various investigative tools, resources, and programs to obtain necessary information; compiles witness lists; consults with Assistant District Attorneys regarding trial strategies; advises Grand Jury and prosecuting attorneys regarding cases; and testifies at Grand Jury or in court.
Identifies, locates, serves subpoenas, and ensures court appearances of complainants, suspects, victims, and lay and professional witnesses involved in felony cases: Researches and creates witness files; works to obtain full victim/witness cooperation; coordinates witness accommodations such as travel and lodging; drafts material witness warrants as needed and coordinates with fugitive units to apprehend witness; and coordinates schedules for court appearances.
Transports and provides security for attorneys, victims, victim advocates, and witnesses: escorts attorneys on interviews and crime scene visits; provides courtroom security; and escorts attorneys, victims, advocates, and witnesses to and from trial.
Provides assistance and advocacy to victims of crimes: provides information and updates regarding case status and court proceedings; and provides resources, referrals, and information to assist victims in recovering from the physical, emotional, and financial impacts of the crime (such as counseling, housing, or other social services).
Employs or participate in investigative activities that involve risk and/or danger, to include undercover assignments, crime scene response, raids, arrests, interrogations, a various forms of surveillance.
Serves on multidisciplinary teams, task forces, or other special assignments.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in criminology, criminal justice or a related field required; supplemented by five years of experience in law enforcement or investigative fields to include lead or supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in criminology, criminal justice or related field, supplemented by six years of experience as a law enforcement officer to include advance specialized training, investigative experience and lead or supervisory experience.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must possess and maintain Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position. Requires knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws and statutes, court rules and procedures, and methods and techniques used to conduct criminal investigations. Requires knowledge of the geography of the metropolitan Atlanta area. Requires interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interview, interrogate, persuade, or otherwise interact in the course of investigative work.
Salary Range: $51,958.00 – $77,936.00 Annually
Contact Number: (404) 285-0072
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