DA INVESTIGATOR
Job Description:
• Ability to conduct all aspects of criminal investigations, including but not limited to: interviewing witnesses and suspects; collecting, handling, preserving and possessing chain of custody for evidence; investigating crime scenes, taking crime scene photos and preparing diagrams.
• Analyze cases to identify preparation needs for pre-trial hearings and jury trials
• Locate witnesses and serve subpoenas and citations
• Liaison between law enforcement agencies and the District Attorney
• Coordinate police officers, experts and witnesses for hearing/trial preparation or testimony
• Ability to read and understand a criminal history, vehicle record and driving history record
• Provide personal security and escort for Prosecutors and/or States witnesses as needed
• Draft and prepare probable cause affidavits, search warrants and court orders
• Review digital evidence for Prosecutors. Make copies of digital evidence as needed.
• Redact video or audio recordings for Prosecutors
• Coordinate evidence pickup from local law enforcement agencies in preparation for hearings
• Work closely with and take direction from Prosecutors
• Perform other duties as may be assigned
• Will be “available” 24/7, 365 days a year, unless otherwise approved by the District Attorney
Required Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Possess an active TCOLE Advanced or Masters Peace Officer License.
• Minimum of 5 years full time employment as a Police Officer
• Possess a valid Driver’s License
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to use Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint proficiently
• Strong organization, clerical and writing skills, with ability to multi-task
Preferred Qualifications:
• Extensive experience working as an Investigator
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software efficiently
• TLETS/NLETS certification
• Special consideration for applicants with a basic latent print examiner certification, cell phone analysis experience, bi-lingual (English/Spanish) and/or previous experience investigating homicides, shootings and other violent crimes.
Salary Range: $68,000 to $73,000 yearly
Certificate Pay:
Advanced ($1200 yearly)
Master ($1800 yearly)
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT, PLEASE SUBMIT:
GRIMES COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION & RESUME BY 11/20/2025 TO: