Employment Opportunities
Dekalb County Solicitor-General’s Office
Investigator
The Dekalb County Solicitor-General’s Office in the Dekalb SG Judicial Circuit has an opening for an Investigator. The following duties are normal for this position; other duties may be required and assigned:
- Conducts thorough and impartial investigations to gather evidence used in the apprehension, indictment, prosecution and conviction of law violators.
- Works with other law enforcement agencies during investigations; locating & subpoenaing victims/witnesses, completing cases as appropriate; and participating in high-risk assignments, including raids, arrests and undercover work.
- Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned staff;
- 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 department policies and procedures; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
- Assists assigned Assistant Solicitors in conducting investigations and preparing cases for trial;
- Reviews case files and identifies investigative tasks;
- 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 statements.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology or Criminal Justice required; two years of experience in
investigation, law enforcement, criminology or related field; or any equivalent combination of
education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities
for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s
license; and must possess and maintain Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) certification
The Dekalb Solicitor General’s Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Salary Range: $60K-$$75K
Contact Number: 770-286-8406
Submit resume and cover letter to:
Email: ordavis@dekalbcountyga.gov