Position Title: D.A. Investigator
Department: Lamar County and District Attorney
Bonjour, y’all! Come live and work in the second-largest Paris in the world! The Lamar County and District Attorney’s Office is seeking applications for a full time Investigator.
Primary Duties of Investigator
- Initiate and follow-up on investigations, gathering pertinent information, statements and evidence in support of the prosecutors, including interviewing and interrogating witnesses and running criminal background checks utilizing NCIC/TCIC, etc.
- Locate, interview and notify witnesses of trial dates by means of serving subpoenas, summons and writs.
- Work as a member of a trial team alongside prosecuting attorneys, assisting in organizing, preparing and prosecuting cases, including assisting with jury selection when needed.
- Coordinate the collection, preparation and review of the physical evidence for trial, following strict legal requirements for chain of custody.
- Secure the cooperation and attendance of witnesses, coordinating and facilitating travel arrangements when necessary.
- Assist in preparing arrest warrants, search warrants, and may make arrests.
- Assist in reconstructing events, sequences, and time elements in preparation for criminal prosecution.
- Self-Motivated, with the ability to work independently in preparing and organizing cases for disposition.
- Testify in Court.
- Respond to major crime scenes when requested by the investigating agency, including after hours response.
- Provide assistance and expertise to law enforcement agencies investigating criminal offenses.
- Provide in court security to prosecutors when necessary.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must have passed a general educational development (GED) or hold a high school diploma.
- Minimum of 30 college hours in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement Field from an accredited college or university. Advanced TCOLE certification may be considered in lieu of college hours.
- Minimum 6 years peace officer experience preferred with a minimum of 1 year investigative experience in a criminal investigations division.
- Must be TCOLE Certified Peace Officer in good standing, proficient in the use of firearms.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license.
- Must be able to pass background investigation, drug testing, polygraph exam, physically able to perform duties and psychological evaluation upon request.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills
- Advanced training or experience regarding Investigative Techniques.
- Advanced training or experience in Interview techniques.
- Interpersonal Skills with the ability to communicate verbally and in writing with diverse group of individuals.
Our office is located in Paris, TX, approximately 90 miles northeast of the D/FW metro area. Lamar County has a population of approximately 50,000 and is an excellent place to live and work, with a nearby lake, historic downtown, and convenient access to both Dallas and Beaver’s Bend, Oklahoma.
- Salary begins at $66,821, depending on experience and certification level, and a cell phone allowance
Benefits include a county retirement plan, health insurance, and TCOLE training.
The position is expected to become available in early January 2027. Submit resume and cover letter via email to First Assistant DA Benjamin Kaminar at bkaminar@lamarcountytx.gov.