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Division of Public Defender Services
Investigator - New London GA #10
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What they do
A Criminal Investigator works on criminal cases either as a police detective or private investigator. Investigates people accused of crimes, gathers evidence from crime scene or other searches, reviews evidence gathered by other law enforcement officials. Collects information that may be used for criminal prosecution.
$65,297 / year median in Connecticut
+9% projected growth
Job Description
•Applications submitted through Indeed will not be considered. Please follow the application process outlined below.•
Kelly@pds.ct.gov and Jennifer.
Lee@pds.ct.gov and OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov . no later than July 31, 2026. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
INVESTIGATOR
- New London G.A. #10 Applications are now being accepted for the position of Public Defender Investigator - New London G.A.#10 courthouse. Applicants for this position will work under an Investigator of higher grade or the Office Head. Responsibilities may include gathering information to be used in the determination of eligibility for public defender services; locating and interviewing potential witnesses; photographing crime scenes and other relevant locations; preparing charts and diagrams; acting as liaison with forensic witnesses; conferring with legal staff regarding investigations; preparing reports of investigations; transporting clients to proceedings; serving subpoenas; testifying in courtroom proceedings; other duties as assigned. Computer and database literacy are also preferred.Qualifications:
Investigator 1 : two (2) years of experience in law enforcement or criminal investigation or in related criminal investigative work; or a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field. Investigator 2 : three (3) years of experience in law enforcement or in a related field, such as criminal justice or investigative work; a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of general experience.Special Requirements :
Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a vehicle available for daily use. •Applications submitted through Indeed will not be considered. Please follow the application process outlined below.•Annual Starting Salary:
Investigator 1: $69,671.00 with full State benefits. Investigator 2: $76,833.00 with full State benefits.Application Process :
Applicants must submit an Employment Application, Letter of Interest and Resume; all forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-Opportunities Current, permanent employees in the Division interested in applying should submit an updated resume and letter of interest.ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ONE DOCUMENT
PACKAGE and submitted to Sean.Kelly@pds.ct.gov and Jennifer.
Lee@pds.ct.gov and OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov . no later than July 31, 2026. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.