Senior Investigator - DA

•Applications are reviewed on a regular basis. The posting may close prior to the listed closing date, and h iring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. •The District Attorney's office is seeking an individual to fill the role of Investigator Senior to assist in achieving the department's mission to pursue justice through the fair and ethical prosecutions of criminal offenders, to seek justice for victims of crime, to create a safer community through positive partnerships with law enforcement and other community members, and to earn and hold the trust and respect of the citizens that we are privileged and honored to serve. Primary Objectives Performs advanced investigative and case support functions to assist prosecutors in the preparation and prosecution of criminal cases, including locating and interviewing victims and witnesses, monitoring jail calls, and documenting investigative activities within the case management system. Oversees administration of the Special Victims Response Team (SVRT) grant and ensures compliance with grant requirements. Collaborates with prosecutors, law enforcement agencies, and community partners to support effective case management and victim services ; performs related tasks as apparent or assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Supervision Exercised Supervision is exercised over assigned department personnel. Performs investigations related to civil and criminal matters involving Douglas County; performs follow-up and pre-trial criminal investigations related to cases submitted to the District Attorney's Office for prosecution; performs pre-trial services and witness preparation. Performs management and supervisory duties within the District Attorney's Office and directly supervises all sworn members, employees, and volunteers assigned to the Investigations Division; participates in the interview and hiring process, as well as the training of new employees; develops staff skills; listens and responds to employee problems, concerns, and complaints and suggests solutions that may rectify the situation; prepares performance evaluations, discusses performance with assigned staff, and counsels employees concerning performance improvements. Develops and reviews goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the Investigations Division; ensures compliance with established policies, procedures, and regulations; develops and administers division budget and authorizes expenditures. Prepares accurate, thorough, and timely investigative reports; records progress of investigations and maintains informational files on investigations being performed. Obtains warrants, subpoenas and other legal process from the appropriate authority and executes same; apprehends and arrests law violators. Coordinates investigations with and acts as a liaison to representatives of federal, state, county and local law enforcement agencies and District Attorney staff to stay informed, avoid duplication and facilitate successful case preparation and presentation. Obtains information through interviewing, questioning, and observation, including surveillance; reacts quickly and correctly in emergencies; assembles information, evaluates and presents supported conclusions; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the public. Directs the preparation of and prepares evidence and investigative reports for submission in court; prepares visual aids, drawing large scale diagrams and/or developing models of crime scenes. Performs internal and/or disciplinary investigations for Douglas County Human Resources and other Douglas County Departments. Reviews police reports, investigative reports, medical records, financial records, criminal histories, court documents, and other similar information related to investigations being performed. Conducts interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects of crime; conducts interviews with Douglas County employees related to employment and/or disciplinary issues; conducts interviews as directed regarding matters of interest to the District Attorney's Office. Effectively communicates with individuals in both formal and information settings; testifies under oath in court or before an administrative agency regarding investigative findings, coordinates and assists victims and witnesses during legal proceedings. Regularly updates immediate supervisor and prosecutors as to progress of investigations; seeks instruction and/or direction from co-workers and supervision regarding investigations when necessary. Manages application and administration for grants to include financial management, reporting/compliance and performance management. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its clients by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending and implementing improved policies and procedures. Uses County vehicle to perform various tasks related to job duties. Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public. Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Position requires a High School diploma or GED and ten (10) years of experience with performing criminal/civil investigations or in law enforcement duties OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS /LICENSES

Valid Driver's License Nevada Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Category I Certificate, or able to meet the Nevada POST Certification requirements set forth in

NAC 289.200

within 90 days of date of employment

WORKING CONDITIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands, physical agility, sensory requirements, and environmental exposures required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. Work regularly requires sitting, using hands, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive motions; frequently requires standing and speaking or hearing; occasionally requires walking, climbing or balancing and kneeling or crawling. Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to receive detailed information through oral communication and/or to make fine distinctions in sound. Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities. Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). Work has no exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. ii.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening. iii.

Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. iv.

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the incumbent. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.