What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investigative Technician II position at TULARE COUNTY?
Investigative Technician II
Full Time
Criminology and Forensics
Public Health
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Tulare County District Attorney Office. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancies are with the District Attorney Office Bureau of Investigations Unit located in Visalia.
Typical Duties
Process and serve documents such as legal motions, subpoenas, and family support documents; determine location of persons, agencies and businesses from available sources; contact other agencies and businesses, and examine public and private records for personal history and other data; obtain information and data via law enforcement computerized systems such as CLETS and DMV; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private agencies; maintain records and correspondence; may testify in court as to the development and presentation of evidence and as to the service of subpoenas and related documents. Coordinate witnesses’ court appearance in accordance with active subpoenas.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12) grade.
Experience: One (1) year of significant public contact experience.
Knowledge of: Basic math; legal documents and service; requirements of service methods to locate persons; resources available in locating individuals; process requirements of legal documents.
Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private agencies; perform assignments with accuracy and attention to detail; organize work assignments and set priorities; exercise tact, courtesy and patience in difficult environments/situations; read and understand maps; verify and check files, reports and data; transport witnesses; maintain confidentiality; read and understand mapped information, legal documents and codes; identify and utilize available resources to locate individuals; identify evasive patterns of individuals.
DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of: Legal terms and procedures used in writing declarations and other court documents and community resources to aid in locating witness.
Skill/Ability to: Create subpoenas, form letters and other documents for distribution; create and maintain file folders for each assigned case; record and update witness information; communicate with attorneys and court personnel on witness appearances and case dispositions; advise witnesses on case settlements and changes in court schedule; coordinate travel arrangements for out of county and out of state witnesses; collect and tabulate accurate statistics; process and serve documents such as legal motions, subpoenas and family support documents; determine location of persons, agencies and businesses from available resources; contact other agencies and businesses , and examine public and private records for personal history and other data; obtain information and data via law enforcement computerized systems such as CLETS and DMV; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private agencies; maintain records and correspondence; may testify in court as to the development and presentation of evidence and as to the service of subpoenas and related documents.
Conditions of Employment: Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bargaining Unit 3
The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).
Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11 years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.
Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.
Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.
To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.
Closing Date/Time: 4/4/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
County of Tulare - HR&D
The mission of Tulare County Human Resources and Development is to attract, retain, and develop a highly skilled workforce. We provide a wide array of services to our department and agencies including training, payroll processing, employee/labor relations, employee records, wellness programs, and benefits administration. Our dedicated staff supports 20 County Departments and over 5,100 employees in more than 800 job classifications.
Tulare County employees enjoy generous benefits, including a choice of excellent health plans, vacation, paid time off and retirement packages. Working for Tulare County is like working with family. You are encouraged, supported and given flexibility to balance your work life and your private life. You'll have an opportunity to begin or enhance a meaningful career where what you do matters.
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Salary : $41,217 - $50,232
