What are the responsibilities and job description for the INVESTIGATOR II - DISTRICT ATTORNEY position at Clark County, NV?
The Clark County District Attorney's Office is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Investigator II position. As a member of our team, the Investigator II will perform a variety of complex and sensitive field service and legal investigative work involving prosecution and disposition of criminal matters in the District Attorney's Office as well as assists in maintaining a safe work environment and performs related work as assigned.
INVESTIGATOR II - DISTRICT ATTORNEY (EARLY RETIREMENT): $28.37 - $44.00
INVESTIGATOR II - DISTRICT ATTORNEY: $30.92 - $47.96
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Some positions may be used to fill term Limited-Permanent positions. The selected candidates will be hired for a special project or duties of a limited duration and be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying condition and exact dates of employment. The successful selected candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment.
Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available.
Applicants must have a valid P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) certification at time of application. Applicants with P.O.S.T. certifications outside the state of Nevada must provide documentation at time of hire proving their certification meets Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II or higher standards (NV Reciprocity). For questions concerning Nevada State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements and procedures, please visit NV P.O.S.T website, https://post.nv.gov/
ANY APPLICANT THAT HAS TWO (2) YEARS OF POLICE/FIRE WITH NEVADA PERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO FILL THE POSITION IN A POLICE/FIRE CAPACITY.
PLEASE NOTE: Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T. Certification): A valid copy of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category II (or higher) certification is required at time of application. Applications submitted without valid P.O.S.T. Category I (or higher) certification will be considered as an incomplete application. Certificates may also be emailed to Ashley.Buggage@clarkcountynv.gov. The candidates name, recruitment title, and exam/job number must be listed in the email.
Out-of-State Candidates: Applicants with P.O.S.T. certifications outside the State of Nevada must provide documentation at time of application proving their certification meets Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II standards. Within one year of hire must complete requirements and receive Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II Certification. For information on Nevada P.O.S.T reciprocity requirements visit: http://post.nv.gov/Training/Reciprocity/ .
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney’s Office, and a test for controlled substances.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience: Equivalent of an Associate's degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, or related area, AND three (3) years of full-time experience in performing criminal investigations in a public agency or in sworn law enforcement duties. Must possess P.O.S.T. Category II basic certificate or higher. Additional years of professional full-time experience performing criminal investigations or in sworn law enforcement duties, may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.
Working Conditions: Carry a firearm and obtain and maintain applicable certification.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Must possess a valid Nevada basic P.O.S.T. training certificate – Category II or higher, at time of hire or have completed a certified Nevada Peace Academy Category II (or higher) training program at time of application. Applicants with P.O.S.T certifications outside the state of Nevada must provide documentation at time of application proving their certification meets Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II or higher standards.
In addition to the minimum requirements, per Nevada P.O.S.T. (NAC 289.110), no person may be appointed to perform the duties of a peace officer unless he or she:
- Is a citizen of the United States
- Is at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
- Meets all of the NAC.289.110 requirements.
For full listing of NAC.289.110 minimum requirements, visit: www.leg.state.nv.us/NAC/NAC-289.html. For questions concerning Nevada State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements and procedures, please visit NV P.O.S.T. website, https://post.nv.gov/.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
Pre-Employment Agility Fitness Testing: Employment is contingent upon passing the P.O.S.T. Agility Fitness Standards.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Discovers the location of witnesses and other persons involved in various legal situations by using various tracing methods such as contacting law enforcement agencies, utilities, credit services, other governmental agencies, friends and family members; takes statements from victims, witnesses, defendants and others connected to a specific case; requests, receives and reviews information regarding law enforcement investigations, including laboratory data, police reports, photographs and other materials pertinent to cases being investigated; analyze reports to identify relevant legal issues; locates and serves subpoenas, summonses, warrants, motions, compelling orders, orders to show cause and other legal documentation to individuals, partnerships and corporations, depending upon the division to which assigned; conducts detailed, independent investigations under the direction of the Investigative Supervisor or an attorney; records and maintains chain of custody on collected evidence and transports to evidence storage location; transports individuals including escorting witnesses or other individuals involved with cases; photograph, sketch and reconstruct crime scenes; may testify in court as required; provides information to the public over the telephone and in person regarding rules and regulations relating to the investigative area to which assigned; maintains accurate records of cases and service; and prepares investigative and administrative reports as required.
- Conducts pre-employment background investigations and completes background reports.
- Locates absent parents, provides assistance to other law enforcement jurisdictions by locating individuals and serving various legal documents; arrests persons violating court orders, bench warrants or interfering with enforcement of writs.
- Resolves Family Support warrants by facilitating payments through various means including, but not limited to, telephone calls, in-person contacts, letters or making arrests, to assist Office in the attainment of Federal Child Support Performance Measures.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its clients by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.
- Participates in the probationary training and mentoring of Investigator I's as well as provides basic supervision on individual assignments where needed.
- Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work. Drives a personal or County motor vehicle to visit sites under investigation and transport witnesses and others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical public safety setting, including stamina to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time, and operate a motor vehicle; strength to restrain and/or eject individuals; vision to use standard office equipment and to read printed materials including a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Accommodations may be made for some of the physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Must be capable of passing P.O.S.T. Agility Fitness Standards.
Salary : $28 - $44
