Criminal Investigator jobs in Hopkinsville, KY

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Public Advocate Investigator II

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy

Location

400 Park Ave, Suite B
Paducah KY 42001 USA

Description

Do you enjoy getting to the bottom of things and figuring out what the other side of the story is? Are you a motivated self-starter who enjoys interacting with people, thinking critically, and facing new challenges in a fast-paced work environment? Then you might be the perfect fit as a Public Advocate Investigator II in the Paducah Trial Office of the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy.

The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy is the Commonwealth’s largest criminal defense firm, and is tasked with representing underprivileged people who are charged with both felonies and misdemeanors. The ideal candidate for this position will have strong planning and organization skills. Strong communication skills (both verbal and written), ability to work in a team environment, and attention to detail are crucial. Compassion for our clients and commitment to our mission are musts.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducts investigations on behalf of our attorneys and our clients.
• Locates and interviews clients, witnesses, and prospective witnesses.
• Conducts background searches.
• Serves Subpoenas.
• Prepares exhibits and assists with juror information and during trial as needed.
• Searches for, preserves, and transmits physical evidence for examination.
• Testifies in trials and hearings as needed.
• Locates and obtains documents.
• Writes reports and memorandum.
• Assists the team in formulation of the defense theory.
• Attends training sessions and assists in training other staff members as requested.
• Other duties as assigned or needed.

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Interviews are often conducted in prisons, low-income housing and unfamiliar or confrontational settings. May work irregular hours due to nature of investigative work. Extensive travel is required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Samuel Cox at samuel.cox@ky.gov or 833-895-577.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D