County of Monterey · 1 week ago
Public Defender Investigator II
Salinas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe County of Monterey is committed to providing legal representation for indigent individuals charged with crimes. They are seeking a Public Defender Investigator II who will independently conduct investigations for complex misdemeanor and felony cases, assisting attorneys with evidence preparation and witness interviews.
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No H1B
Responsibilities
Independently performs complex and sensitive investigations of misdemeanor and felony cases
Evaluates various types of evidence and advises attorneys in investigative procedures and techniques, physical evidence matters, and information sources
Assists attorneys in the preparation and presentation of defense evidence and testimony
Locates and interviews defendants, complainants, and witnesses; interviews police and other public agencies, and others who may have official or professional information relevant to a legal defense. Confers with the attorneys on the reliability and credibility of witnesses; helps prepare witnesses’ testimony
Locates and serves subpoenas for court appearances of defense witnesses
Makes arrangements or transports witnesses to and from court or to court-ordered programs; arranges travel and lodging needs for out-of-county witnesses; attends to appropriate witness fee payments
Locates, obtains, evaluates, and preserves documentary evidence from a variety of sources
Prepares and provides oral and written reports and correspondence regarding investigation performed, contacts made, physical evidence found, which includes statements, scene descriptions, and analysis of physical evidence
Gathers, marks, records, and preserves physical evidence; determines the importance and relevance of the evidence in investigations
Operates and maintains a variety of photographic, tape, graphic, and projection equipment. Photographs crime scenes, clients’ injuries for use as evidence in cases, and prepares photographic line-ups for witness review
Searches computer resources
May testify in court regarding investigations and the evidence obtained
Qualification
Required
Two years of experience performing duties comparable to the Monterey County Public Defender Investigator I class that included investigation of felony and misdemeanor cases referred to the Public Defender's Office; or Two years of experience as a law enforcement officer that included the investigation of suspected criminal activities
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver license or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel
Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency; travel out of County to attend meetings
Benefits
The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package.
Company
County of Monterey
Monterey County's Mission The Mission of Monterey County is to Excel at providing Quality Services for the benefit of all Monterey County residents while developing, maintaining, and enhancing the resources of the area.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alex Zheng
Deputy CIO
Eric Chatham
Chief Information Officer
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