INVESTIGATOR, PUBLIC DEFENDER
Fulton County Government, Atlanta, GA, United States
UNCLASSIFIED POSITION - PUBLIC DEFENDER
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in criminology, criminal justice, or a related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in law enforcement or other investigative fields; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Resumes without photos are welcome.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. The Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification is not required but will be considered.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities
Proficiency in performing essential functions and learning, comprehending, and applying all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws and statutes, court rules, and procedures; methods and techniques used to conduct criminal investigations.
Knowledge of the geography of the metropolitan Atlanta area.
Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interview, interrogate, persuade, or otherwise interact in the course of investigative work.
Purpose of Classification Perform professional investigative work for the Office of the Public Defender to support the representation of indigent clients of Fulton County. Work involves providing support, resources, and security to assigned Assistant Public Defenders prior to, during, and after felony criminal, appeals, and juvenile cases. This classification is distinguished by the level of casework assigned and the greater degree of supervision and guidance provided. Positions in the Investigator, P.D. classification typically investigate routine felony and juvenile cases.
Essential Functions
Assist assigned Assistant Public Defenders in conducting investigations and preparing cases for hearings and trial: review case files and identify investigative tasks; draft and execute court orders for evidence; collect, secure, and analyze evidence, ensuring chain of custody; utilize investigative tools, resources, and programs to obtain necessary information; photograph or draw crime scenes; assist with home evaluations; compile witness lists; consult with Assistant Public Defenders; and testify in court.
Identify, locate, serve subpoenas, and ensure court appearances of clients, victims, and witnesses involved in felony and juvenile cases; assist with interviewing and obtaining full cooperation; serve as translator for attorneys.
Transport and provide security for attorneys, transport attorneys, clients, social workers, and witnesses as needed.
Provide assistance and advocacy to indigent clients: provide information and updates regarding case status and court proceedings; provide referrals and information to assist clients.
Communicate and collaborate with various groups and agencies to gather information, coordinate investigative efforts, or raise public awareness.
Prepare, gather, review, compile, and process a variety of documents and information related to investigative activities.
Stay abreast of criminal investigative techniques, crime trends, and courtroom procedures; attend seminars and training courses; obtain various criminology certifications.
Operate or use equipment, tools, and supplies to complete work assignments.
Additional Functions Perform other related duties as required.
Performance Aptitudes
Data Utilization: review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and analyze data.
Human Interaction: work with and apply principles of persuasion and influence over others.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: operate and control equipment, machinery, tools, and materials.
Verbal Aptitude: utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory, and/or design data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: perform calculations, including decimals, percentages, fractions, and basic geometry.
Functional Reasoning: apply principles of influence systems to develop approaches and techniques.
Situational Reasoning: exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in evaluating information.
It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, genetics, age, disability or sexual orientation.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in criminology, criminal justice, or a related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in law enforcement or other investigative fields; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Resumes without photos are welcome.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. The Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification is not required but will be considered.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities
Proficiency in performing essential functions and learning, comprehending, and applying all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws and statutes, court rules, and procedures; methods and techniques used to conduct criminal investigations.
Knowledge of the geography of the metropolitan Atlanta area.
Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interview, interrogate, persuade, or otherwise interact in the course of investigative work.
Purpose of Classification Perform professional investigative work for the Office of the Public Defender to support the representation of indigent clients of Fulton County. Work involves providing support, resources, and security to assigned Assistant Public Defenders prior to, during, and after felony criminal, appeals, and juvenile cases. This classification is distinguished by the level of casework assigned and the greater degree of supervision and guidance provided. Positions in the Investigator, P.D. classification typically investigate routine felony and juvenile cases.
Essential Functions
Assist assigned Assistant Public Defenders in conducting investigations and preparing cases for hearings and trial: review case files and identify investigative tasks; draft and execute court orders for evidence; collect, secure, and analyze evidence, ensuring chain of custody; utilize investigative tools, resources, and programs to obtain necessary information; photograph or draw crime scenes; assist with home evaluations; compile witness lists; consult with Assistant Public Defenders; and testify in court.
Identify, locate, serve subpoenas, and ensure court appearances of clients, victims, and witnesses involved in felony and juvenile cases; assist with interviewing and obtaining full cooperation; serve as translator for attorneys.
Transport and provide security for attorneys, transport attorneys, clients, social workers, and witnesses as needed.
Provide assistance and advocacy to indigent clients: provide information and updates regarding case status and court proceedings; provide referrals and information to assist clients.
Communicate and collaborate with various groups and agencies to gather information, coordinate investigative efforts, or raise public awareness.
Prepare, gather, review, compile, and process a variety of documents and information related to investigative activities.
Stay abreast of criminal investigative techniques, crime trends, and courtroom procedures; attend seminars and training courses; obtain various criminology certifications.
Operate or use equipment, tools, and supplies to complete work assignments.
Additional Functions Perform other related duties as required.
Performance Aptitudes
Data Utilization: review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and analyze data.
Human Interaction: work with and apply principles of persuasion and influence over others.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: operate and control equipment, machinery, tools, and materials.
Verbal Aptitude: utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory, and/or design data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: perform calculations, including decimals, percentages, fractions, and basic geometry.
Functional Reasoning: apply principles of influence systems to develop approaches and techniques.
Situational Reasoning: exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in evaluating information.
It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, genetics, age, disability or sexual orientation.
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