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Job Description
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies for 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 within these departments, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancies are with the District Attorney Office located at Visalia Courthouse.
Typical Duties
Investigate felony and misdemeanor crimes by gathering, assembling, preserving, and reporting facts and evidence. Investigate and organize major complex investigations, including major fraud, political corruption, complex homicides, and capital cases. Interview victims, defendants, complainants, witnesses, and other persons who may provide information pertinent to the case. Investigate psychological backgrounds in certain cases including but not limited to death penalty cases. Analyze and evaluate testimony, make notes of significant points, and prepare reports of the investigation. Work closely with Probation Officers, Social Service Workers, and other law enforcement officers in locating absent parents or other responsible relatives. Locate and determine financial condition of defendant. Examine various public and private records. Serve warrants, summonses, and complaints. May appear in court as a witness. Stay informed of latest investigative techniques and criminal trends in the County and State. Compile intelligence information on known criminals and fraudulent operations. Assist attorneys with case preparation by compiling related reports, evidence, and documents. Collect and preserve physical evidence such as latent prints, blood and hair samples, clothing, weapons, and documents. Keep statistics regarding criminal activity, cases worked, witness expense and other categories. Investigate drug and narcotic violations. Trace missing victims, witnesses, and suspects. Use and maintain surveillance devices, photographic and recording equipment. Establish good rapport with the general community in everyday contacts. May assist other investigators during periods of peak workloads.
Minimum Qualifications
Education - Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12) grade, supplemented by technical courses in police science or investigation
Experience - Three (3) years of experience as a peace officer, including one (1) year performing criminal investigations.
License/Certificate : Regular Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
Document comparison, and line-ups, Police radio codes. Basic First Aid. Gun types and ballistics. Observation and surveillance techniques. Legal codes such as Business and Professional, Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety and Civic Codes pertinent to cases. Court procedures to assist attorneys in case preparation. Government recordkeeping systems to research information.
Skill/Ability to:
Recognize and identify narcotics and drugs. Speak Spanish or other second language common in the County.
Other: Candidates who are selected for hire will receive a conditional offer of employment based on successful completion of the post-offer evaluation process. The post-offer evaluation process consists of an in-depth background investigation including psychological evaluation, a fingerprint and DMV check, and a medical examination including a drug screening. Applicants hired must complete and pass an 40 hour POST Investigator Course within the first year from the date of hire in order to retain their position as DA Investigator.
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 22
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 annualbenefit amount is provided and may be applied toward health, dental, vision, and life insurance premiums. This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis.
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision 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, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Term Life Insurance : $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: 12/23/2024 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Tulare - HR&D
Show moreThe 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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