Criminal Investigator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for supporting the District Attorney’s office on matters including, but not limited to investigations of felony cases; drafting of documents to ensure expediency in legal process; preparing felony case evidence and assist in presentation of cases for grand jury indictments and/or criminal trial. Testify in court and grand jury and on occasions as a fingerprint expert for previous convictions.

Interviewing and subpoenaing of witness for cases including but not limited to capital punishments and sexual assaults; coordinating investigation activities with other law enforcement agencies and arrests.

Assist court bailiffs with activities/security in courtroom during trial.

Performs additional duties as assigned by the District Attorney

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor of Arts or Science degree from an accredited institution

· Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Office Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) certified

· Possess a current Texas Peace Officer’s license

· Prior law enforcement experience as a Criminal Investigator

· Valid Texas Driver License

· Possess an Advanced or Master Police Officer license

· Current weapons Qualification

Please submit completed application with Resume to Cherokee County District Attorney, Jonathan Richey at - da@cocherokee.org.

application can be found at:

https://www.co.cherokee.tx.us/ips/cms/jobs/CC_Application_062617.pdf

A detailed job description is available by emailing: hr@cocherokee.org.

Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,646.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Rusk, TX 75785: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48,646 - $60,000