Sgt. Investigator
Employer:
Williamson County Attorney’s Office
Location:
Georgetown, TX
POSITION: Sgt. Investigator
SALARY: Starting salary between $94,745.33 – $115,405.24
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Investigator, responsible for acting as liaison between the County Attorney’s Office and law enforcement agencies, the public, defense attorneys, victims and witnesses. Investigates all misdemeanor, juvenile (felony and misdemeanor), Child Protective Services (CPS), protective order, and hot check cases filed within Williamson County, including coordination of warrants (search and arrest) with local law enforcement, intake, and final case presentation to court.
General Duties:
- Reviews all incoming criminal cases assigned to County Court at Laws and Juvenile Court by reviewing offense reports, statements, jail paperwork, PC Affidavits, and accident reports
- Determines Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) codes in relation to the charge and assists prosecutor with formal charging documents and complaint wording; may include research of applicable laws/codes
- Investigates protective order applicants and respondents as needed, including obtaining reports, statements, and photographing injuries
- Works with Justice of the Peace Courts and assists prosecutors in daily workload at off-site courts
- Obtains evidence (911 calls, video, audio, statements, photos, etc.) for all criminal, civil, protective order cases, and CPS cases; photographs/videotapes crime scenes as necessary
- Assists prosecutors with trial preparation and coordinates courtroom appearances for victims, witnesses, officers, and defense attorneys, as necessary; locates these individuals as needed
- Prepares written reports for the prosecuting attorney documenting investigations and/or interviews with victims/witnesses
- Interviews and submits statements of victims and witnesses as necessary
- Attends appropriate court proceedings and performs security escorts of victims, witnesses, and staff as necessary
- Supports the Civil Division with investigative needs such as witness location, evidence collection, and general investigation in county lawsuits or other county business
- Testifies as an expert witness in forgery and question documents, fingerprint identification, domestic violence, and technology related tasks
- Obtains criminal history and driver’s license information, drafts search warrants, and generates subpoenas
- Accesses county law enforcement databases to include local police agencies and state/national databases while maintaining confidentiality of those records
- Investigates identity theft or mistaken identity problems, issues reports to correct, and assists the public via telephone and in-person with questions or concerns about the law, a case or problem
- Investigates simple and complex hot check cases including organized theft and forgery cases; assist with coordinating hot check round ups; investigates, locates, and contacts hot check defendants in order to collect restitution
- Assists entire office with technology issues such as video file conversions, redactions, and courtroom presentation
- Works with specialized criminal cases such as Environmental, Animal Cruelty, and Texas Parks and Wildlife
- Communicates frequently with local and out of state law enforcement agencies, attorneys, court personnel, victims, defendants, witnesses of crime, and the general public
- Assists with assignments by the Chief Investigator, including certain gambling, pornography and public integrity investigations
- Assists the Juvenile and Child Protective Services division by reviewing offense reports, obtaining criminal histories, locating witnesses, preparing documents for Attorneys and courtroom presentation
- Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
- Performs related special projects as assigned by supervisor
REQUIREMENTS:
A combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field of study from an accredited college/university. Advanced TCLEOSE Certification, or higher, required. Minimum Six (6) years law enforcement experience required, with 3 years Investigative or CID experience preferred. Spanish speaker preferred, but not required. Good computer skills; working knowledge of Excel, Word and Power Point; good verbal and written communication and organizational skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, victims of crime and their families. Must be able to complete projects and tasks in a timely and accurate manner. Knowledge of TCIC/NCIC databases.
About This Office
Williamson County is a medium size office serving approximately 28 law enforcement agencies including the City of Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park and Georgetown. We are looking for a highly self-motivated, hardworking criminal investigator who is dedicated to obtaining positive results in prosecuting criminal cases. Certification pay for Advanced and master peace Officer licenses. Health and retirement benefits provided through Williamson County. All required professional dues paid. Take home vehicle provided if residence is within the county.
APPLICATIONS: All applicants MUST apply online via Williamson County Human Resources at
Resumes may be submitted via email or fax, but an application thru Human Resources MUST be completed to be considered. No telephone calls, please.
Contact: Rudy Gonzalez, Chief Investigator, via email [email protected]