Investigator- Ellis County & District Attorney’s Office
The Ellis County & District Attorney, Lindy Beaty, is accepting applications for an investigator position. The position is officially open. Investigators with the Ellis County & District Attorney’s Office are certified Texas Peace Officers that provide an invaluable service to the prosecutors and civil attorneys of the office, as well as to victims and witnesses of cases as they proceed through the judicial system. Investigators report to the Chief Investigator.
Position – Investigator
Salary– $83,029.00 (Negotiable depending on qualifications)
Primary Duties of Investigator
- Initiate and follow-up on investigations, gathering pertinent information, statements and evidence in support of the assigned Assistant District Attorney, 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.
- Ability to travel for investigation follow-up within the State of Texas and out-of-state.
- 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 and on a trial team 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 complete 40-hour Fingerprint Comparison training within the first year of employment.
- 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 and experience in criminal investigations, specifically, Crimes Against Children and Homicide.
- Master Peace Officer Certification
- Experience working within specialized investigation teams and operations.
Ellis County is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send a cover letter and resume to Chief Investigator Joe Aguilar at joseph.aguilar@elliscountytx.gov, references should be available upon request.
Not all applicants will be interviewed or contacted.