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County of Monterey

Public Defender Investigator II/III - Bilingual (English/Spanish)

County of Monterey, Salinas, California, United States, 93911


Priority Screen Date:

Monday, June 3, 2024Exam #:

24/34D40/05SAPublic Defender Investigator II:

$6,740 - $9,200 MonthlyPublic Defender Investigator III:

$7,373 - $10,064 MonthlyAll application materials must be received by the priority screening date for a guaranteed review. Applications received after this date will be considered on an as-needed basis until the position is filled.The

Public Defender's Office

provides legal representation to indigent persons charged with crimes in Monterey County. The guiding principle of the office is that each client is entitled to the best outcome legally attainable. The Public Defender's Office seeks qualified applicants for the position of

Public Defender Investigator II/III .Examples of Duties

Public Defender Investigator IIIndependently performs complex and sensitive investigations of misdemeanor and felony cases.Evaluates evidence and advises attorneys in investigative procedures and techniques.Assists attorneys in the preparation and presentation of defense evidence and testimony.Locates and serves subpoenas for court appearances of defense witnesses.Locates, obtains, evaluates, and preserves documentary evidence.Prepares and provides oral and written reports regarding investigations performed.Searches computer resources.May testify in court regarding facts established by investigations.Public Defender Investigator IIIIndependently conducts complex, sensitive, or unusual criminal investigations.Assists attorneys in the preparation and presentation of defense evidence and testimony.Examines and diagrams necessary measurements at crime scenes.Gathers, marks, records, and preserves physical evidence.THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:Public Defender Investigator IIWorking Knowledge Of:

Laboratory procedures, methods, and uses of scientific investigative equipment.Investigative methods applied in capital offense cases.Criminal law, including laws of arrest, search and seizure, and courtroom procedures.Current technology and trends in the profession.Public Defender Investigator IIIThorough Knowledge Of:

Principles, methods, and techniques of criminal investigations.Basic psychological principles and interviewing techniques.Techniques employed in diagramming and making demonstrative evidence.Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Public Defender Investigator IIExperience:

Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to the Monterey County Public Defender Investigator I class.Public Defender Investigator IIIExperience:

Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to the Monterey County Public Defender Investigator II class.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license.Be available to work a flexible schedule.BENEFITS:

The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the J-Unit Benefit Summary Sheet.Application and Selection Procedures

Apply On-Line at

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty

by Priority Screening Date, Monday, June 3, 2024, 11:59 PM (PST).EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer.

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