NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Investigative Aide
Salinas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe County of Monterey is seeking an Investigative Aide to support the Office of the District Attorney. This role involves performing general office and limited field duties in the investigation of civil and criminal cases, assisting with trial activities, and ensuring the rights of victims are upheld.
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Responsibilities
Serves subpoenas and delivers legal documents; transports and/or escorts others connected with cases into the office for interview or to court; transports physical evidence for analysis and/or to court
Conducts interviews of victims, witnesses and/or defendants to obtain or clarify information related to assigned areas. Documents and condenses information gathered by such interview(s)
Performs office or field data collection/investigations (which may include monitoring or shopping consumer & fraud assignments); has access to information regarding informants/witnesses and performs undercover operations and maintains confidentiality of such information
Assists with discovery by making copies of tapes and photographs, retrieves 911 tapes, orders CAD printouts and operates special color copy equipment. Prepares charts and diagrams to provide information for court presentation; collects and organizes information and documents; testifies in court as necessary
Researches information needed by Investigators, Attorneys and others in prosecution/support of legal cases; reviews records for personal history or other information; prepares written and statistical reports
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of the criminal justice system, criminal prosecution, basic investigative procedures/technique and the functions/authority of the office/department to which assigned
Research, compile, report and/or display information in support/prosecution of criminal and/or civil cases
Recognize and observe the extent of assigned responsibility and authority; serve subpoenas
Document findings and observations; maintain records; learn and apply basic investigative and legal principles/techniques; search for and obtain copies of public records
Learn and apply knowledge of California court and correction systems
Testify in court; take photographs; assist in surveillance or undercover assignment
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Maintain proper courtroom demeanor
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds
Deliver documents in a timely and efficient manner; schedule delivery routes, work without close supervision
Organize information, reports and documents; make arithmetical calculations
Compile simple data and make simple reports
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Explain procedural information; remain calm in stressful situations; understand and carry out verbal and/or written directions
Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
Work under adverse conditions and must be prepared to successfully respond to unexpected events
Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency
Travel in the course of completing assignments
Successfully complete a background investigation
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license
Preferred
Ability to speak, read and write in English and Spanish
Benefits
The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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