District Attorney Investigator III

The District Attorney's Office represents the People of the State of California in all criminal and civil prosecutions in the County of Monterey. The objective of the Office is to seek justice, and to ensure criminal laws are fully and fairly enforced.

The Office is authorized to both investigate and prosecute criminal and civil crimes. The Bureau of Investigation conducts independent investigations at the direction of the District Attorney and provides investigation and trial support for the prosecutorial functions of the Office. The Bureau of Investigation is offering excellent career opportunities for qualified, experienced individuals interested in furthering their law enforcement careers as a District Attorney Investigator III. Under direction, this position performs a full range of skilled criminal and civil investigative work required to support the efforts of prosecuting attorneys in the Office.

The District Attorney Investigator III is the advanced journey level in the District Attorney Investigator series. The District Attorney Investigator III is distinguished from District Attorney Investigator II in that the latter independently performs routine investigations and assists in assignments requiring the use of more sophisticated methods and techniques. The District Attorney Investigator III is distinguished from District Attorney Investigative Captain in that the latter has full supervisory responsibility over a group of investigators.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.

• Conducts difficult and sensitive criminal and civil investigations in support of prosecuting attorneys.
• Conducts or leads independent investigations for other county agencies and departments, including public corruption matters and grand jury investigations.
• Writes detailed reports of investigations.
• Appears in court to provide testimony.
• Reviews and evaluates initial criminal and investigative reports; refers complaints to prosecuting attorney for filing.
• Locates and interviews witnesses and others with information pertinent to a case for the purpose of taking statements and depositions.
• Inspects crime scenes and determines what evidence can be taken and used; assembles and prepares evidence for presentation in court.
• Confers with attorneys and others regarding possible resolution of cases and makes recommendations to prosecuting attorneys regarding the disposition of cases.

To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: District Attorney Investigator III
 
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Thorough Knowledge of:

• The principles, methods and techniques used in civil, criminal, and administrative investigative work.
• Criminal law as it pertains to investigative work.
• The methods used in gathering, preserving and presenting evidence in court.
• The laws of arrest, search and seizure.
• Principles and techniques of identification.

Working Knowledge of:

• Rules of evidence and courtroom procedures.

Some Knowledge of:

• Enforcement and investigative procedures used by law enforcement agencies

Skill and Ability to:

• Read, understand, and correctly interpret court orders, official documents and other documents used in a broad range of investigative and trial work.
• Gather, analyze and evaluate complex facts and evidence.
• Obtain information and evidence through interview, interrogation and observation.
• Draw logical conclusions and make recommendations for an effective course of action.
• Write detailed investigative reports, correspondence and memoranda.
• Exercise sound judgment, diplomacy and discretion under difficult circumstances.
• Recognize political and community implications of decisions and recommendations.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted through the course of work.
• Train, plan, prioritize, assign and review the work of others.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training:
Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

• Approximately two years of experience performing duties equivalent to those of a District Attorney Investigator II in Monterey County. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:

• Possess a valid Class “C” California driver’s license by date of appointment.
• Work flexible hours, shifts, weekends and holidays; occasionally travel out of the County and frequently travel throughout the County. 
• Possess Basic POST Certificate at time of appointment.
• Meet the California Government Codes 1029 and 1031 Peace Officer requirements; including passing required psychological exam and medical exam as well as a background investigation.
• Be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. 
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate at the high school level.
• Successfully complete a POST-certified Investigation and Trial Preparation course within 12 months from the date of appointment if the incumbent has not already had the course.
• Have no felony convictions.

BENEFITS:
The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Unit A Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.

NOTES:
As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.
 
The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:
 

• A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
• Responses to the Supplemental Questions

All application materials must be received by the priority screen date for a guaranteed review. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Stephanie Ahumada, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 755-5238, or ahumadas@co.monterey.com.

Salary : $8,817 - $12,014