NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Public Defender Investigator II
Government Center 168 W. Alisal St 2nd Floor Salinas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$7,289.88/mo - $9,950.89/mo
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Public Defender Investigator II to join the County of Monterey's Public Defender's Office, which provides legal representation to indigent persons charged with crimes. The role involves conducting complex investigations of misdemeanor and felony cases, collaborating with attorneys, and preparing evidence for court proceedings.
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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
Preferred
Work experience, continuing education in the field of criminal investigations, participation in statewide criminal defense investigator groups, and a California Private Investigator license may be considered in evaluating equivalent experience
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.
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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