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Dekalb County Solicitor-General’s Office

Investigator II

The Dekalb County Solicitor-General’s Office is looking to hire Investigators II to join our team. The following duties are normal for this position; other duties may be required and assigned:

  • Leads and coordinates the daily work activities of assigned staff.
  • Confers with supervisors to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities.
  • Organizes tasks to ensure assigned work is completed.
  • Monitors work in progress and inspects completed work.
  • Assists co-workers with complex or problematic situations and provides technical expertise.
  • Assists with training staff on department policies and procedures.
  • Assists with supervision by reporting employee concerns and providing input on disciplinary actions and performance evaluations.
  • Assists assigned Assistant Solicitors with investigations and trial preparation.
  • Reviews case files and identifies necessary investigative tasks.
  • Drafts and executes search warrants and court orders for evidence.
  • Collects, secures, and analyzes evidence while maintaining proper chain of custody.
  • Assists with interviewing victims and witnesses.
  • Surveys, photographs, and sketches crime scenes.
  • Uses investigative tools, resources, and programs to obtain necessary information.
  • Compiles witness lists and consults with Assistant Solicitors regarding trial strategies.
  • Testifies in court as required.
  • Identifies, locates, and serves subpoenas to complainants, suspects, victims, and witnesses involved in felony cases.
  • Ensures necessary individuals appear in court.
  • Researches and creates witness files and works to obtain full victim/witness cooperation.
  • Coordinates witness accommodations, including travel and lodging.
  • Drafts material witness warrants as needed.
  • Coordinates with fugitive units to apprehend witnesses when necessary.
  • Coordinates witness schedules for court appearances.
  • Transports and provides security for attorneys, victims, victim advocates, and witnesses.
  • Escorts attorneys during interviews and crime scene visits.
  • Provides courtroom security.
  • Escorts attorneys, victims, advocates, and witnesses to and from trial.

Preferred Qualifications: Required Certification: Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) certification.

Required: Peace Officer Basic Law Enforcement

Preferred 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’

Performance Aptitudes:

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data using established
criteria. Includes exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in
referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to work with and apply principles of persuasion and/or
influence over others to accomplish goals, and to resolve typical problems associated with the
responsibilities of the job; requires the ability to provide semi-formal training to others in specific
areas using furnished teaching materials; and requires the ability to act as lead person or team
leader, providing guidance to a work unit, coordinating activities, and reviewing work of the unit.

Salary Range: $60-$75

Contact Number: 770-286-8406

Submit resume and cover letter to:

Email: ordavis@dekalbcountyga.gov

Position Status: Full Time
Position Type: County Paid
Application Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Application Closing Date: 09/08/2026
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