Located in the High Desert of Northern California, Lassen County is the perfect location for the avid outdoorsperson. In addition to being mere minutes away from premier sites for camping, fishing, swimming, hunting, and hiking in California, Lassen County offers affordable housing and a small-town, relaxed vibe.
CHIEF DISTRICT ATTORNEY INVESTIGATOR
SALARY AND BENEFITS
$34.16 - $45.26 per hour, plus benefits package.
FILING DEADLINE
Open until filled.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is the advanced journey level of the DA Investigator series. Under direct supervision from the District Attorney, will plan, organize, conduct and coordinate investigations in criminal, civil, and administrative matters as determined by the County of Lassen District Attorney. The major duties of the job include the following. All duties may not be performed by all incumbents. Other duties may be assigned.:
- Conducts criminal and civil investigations, which includes interviewing witnesses, conducting surveillance, following up on potential leads, collecting and processing evidence and preparing various court documents.
- Receives general request for investigation through the District Attorney and other law enforcement agencies.
- Prepares and serves subpoenas, arrest and search warrants when necessary.
- Provides court testimony as a case or expert witness.
- Gathers, assembles and preserves facts and evidence. Prepares comprehensive investigative and/or other reports.
- Conducts computer and other file searches to locate transient clients and witnesses.
- Maintains custody of evidence.
- Provides a variety of support for legal staff and other law enforcement agencies
- Effectively represents the District Attorney’s Office in contacts with the public, other County staff, and other law enforcement agencies.
- Guides and assists investigative staff; provides coaching, counseling and professional assistance on case processing, investigative skills and professional responsibilities.
- Evaluates reports submitted by law enforcement agencies for filling consideration; reviews documents and reports for follow-up investigation and communicates those needs to agencies.
- Serves as the District Attorney liaison for High Desert State Prison.
- Meets with representatives of a variety of agencies to facilitate communications among those groups and the District Attorney’s office; assist with investigations conducted by other agencies.
- Evaluates new and proposed legislation, regulations, and court decisions to determine impact on investigation practices, policies, and procedures, and identifies and implements required changes.
- Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge, skills and developments
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience
Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college in Criminal Justice or a related field from an accredited college or university AND
Four years of full-time professional experience as an investigator in a D.A.’s office OR eight years professional investigative experience in a police or sheriff’s office with two years in a supervisory capacity.;
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
Possession of valid Advanced Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) and Supervisor POST Certificates and completion of Range Weapons Training. Or the ability to complete within one year.
Possession of Management Certificate within one year of appointment; Possession of Executive Certificate within three years of appointment issued by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.
SELECTION PROCESS
Application materials will be reviewed, and the best-qualified applicants will be invited sit for a written examination, oral interview and administrative interview. Successful candidates will be subject to a background investigation including a personal history interview. Upon meeting the standards set forth by POST and this agency, the applicant(s) will be given a Conditional Offer of Employment, at which time the applicant will be invited to participate in a medical and psychological examination, as required by POST for peace officers. Upon successful completion of these requirements, a non-conditional job offer will be extended to the applicant.
HOW TO APPLY
It is your responsibility to provide specific, accurate and complete information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Qualified applicants are invited to submit an official Lassen County application
(Application available at our web site at: www.lassencounty.org) and resume and cover letter to:
Lassen County Personnel Department (530) 251 -8320
221 South Roop Street
Susanville, California 96130 Opened: October 9, 2024
Lassen County is an equal opportunity employer hiring employment eligible applicants.
Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements should contact the Personnel Department prior to the filing deadline.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, applicants must provide acceptable proof of identity or authorization to work in the United
States.
A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to employment. The investigation may include reference checks, fingerprinting, credit check, driver history and inquiry to local, state and federal files to obtain criminal history information.
Lassen County requires pre-employment drug screening for safety sensitive positions.
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process.
Selection processes may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: application review, competitive screening, written examination, performance examination, and/or oral examination.
This bulletin is solely for the purpose of announcing a job opening. It does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revised without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $34.16 - $45.26 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
