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State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense

Investigator

Pay: $90,437/yr

Posted: 06/26/2026

Location: Saint Paul, MN (Hybrid)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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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.

$65,576 / year median in Minnesota

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Job Description

Investigator State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense - 3.4 Saint Paul, MN Job Details Full-time $68,821 - $112,053 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Criminal procedure Some college Crime scene photographic documentation Trial material preparation assistance Legal presentation of evidence Court testimony Filing Mid-level Sociology Witness interviewing 3 years Criminal Justice Psychology Legal evidence Law Enforcement Serving subpoenas Investigative reports Legal support investigation Courtroom preparation Full Job Description

JOB ATTACH COVER LETTER AND RESUME

Under administrative direction performs work of considerable difficulty in providing investigations of criminal cases for staff attorneys.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Consults with staff attorneys in preparation of defense for criminal cases; gathers and analyzes facts and evidence; contacts, interviews, and coordinates court appearances of prospective witnesses and other sources of information; records statements and testimony as well as photographs crime scenes; prepares material evidence for court room presentation; evaluates the credibility, relevancy and admissibility of investigative findings, serves subpoenas, maintains files and records on cases under investigation; aids in the development and implementation of guidelines and policies for investigators. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after successfully completing the probationary period of 12 months.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of two years of college course work with an emphasis in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Law Enforcement, or a related field of course work, or three years of related, paid experience.