Job Description
Under general supervision, incumbents assist in and perform technical and investigative work associated with criminal cases and civil matters.
EXAMPLES OF KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Basic investigative techniques and procedures
Legal rights of citizens
Techniques of interview and interrogation
Correct English and clear and comprehensive writing style for legal and technical topics
Current office procedures, practices and equipment; word processing and online mail; scheduling, research and presentation; spreadsheets and databases
Ability to:
Obtain information through interview and interrogation
Utilize automated online systems to collect and/or verify information
Analyze and evaluate facts, statements and other information
Draw logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendations
Learn and apply complex rules and regulations
Work effectively with other agencies, commercial enterprise, groups and individuals
Serve subpoenas and deliver other legal documents in a timely fashion
Read, write and speak English at the level necessary for satisfactory job performance
Learn California laws related to criminal or civil investigation, including welfare fraud investigation, arrest, custody, rules of evidence, search and seizure, interviewing and interrogation, and hearing and trial procedures
Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations
Use investigative tools and equipment such as flashlight, binoculars, camera, police radio, and tape recorder
Manage and prioritize assigned caseload
Recognize fraudulent documentation
Additional Details
Minimum Qualifications
Either:
1. One year full time experience in Sacramento County service in the class of Process Server, Collection Services Agent (Level I), Child Support Officer (Level II) or Eligibility Specialist (Level II).
Note: Eligibility Specialist experience must have been evaluating cases prepared by other Eligibility Specialist, and/or Human Services Specialists to determine their completeness and accuracy, verifying information in said cases by locating and interviewing clients and witnesses, and preparing reports of findings.
Or:
2. One year of full time experience as a sworn Peace Officer, as defined by Section 830 of the Penal Code.
Or:
3. One year of investigative experience involving the use of various search procedures, including skip tracing techniques in locating, observing and interviewing individuals and preparing reports of findings.
Or:
4. Completion of 18 semester units of coursework in administration of justice, law enforcement, police science or other related coursework which addresses prevention, discovery, control and treatment of crimes, criminals, and criminality from an accredited college or university.
Salary Information:$3624 - $4405 monthly
Application packets may be submitted to our office on-line, in person or by mail. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit the standard County of Sacramento application form on-line. Click here to apply on-line. Any required additional documentation (such as copies of transcripts, etc.) may be attached to your application electronically, submitted in person or by mail. Documents submitted in person or by mail must be clearly marked with your name and the title of the position you are applying for. All documents must be received by the final filing date.
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