Investigator

Job Summary

We are located at 316 N 5th Street by Mohave County Superior Court House.

About Legal Advocate:

The Mohave County Legal Advocate's Office serves as court appointed counsel for juveniles in the Mohave County Superior Court system. Our clientele ranges in age from newborn to nineteen. The Legal Advocate’s Office is appointed by the Court to represent juveniles in a vast array of case types, from delinquency matters to any matter alleging abuse or neglect, or where the court may need a best interest assessment on behalf of the child. The Legal Advocate’s representation is strictly limited to those cases in which the Court appoints the juvenile counsel, the office does not accept cases directly from the public. This ensures that the Court is determining whether the appointment of counsel for the child meets the requirements pursuant to the laws of the State of Arizona. Our team is comprised of attorneys, investigators, and office clerks dedicated to supporting and providing the juveniles of Mohave County with the best possible legal representation and advocacy possible.

Investigator-> Salary Range 15 Step 2-7 $23.96 - $27.78/hr.

Proud to Offer:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 6.5 hours accrued bi-weekly (32 hour employees only)
• 39 hours of PTO front loaded
  • Regular accrual starts on 7thpay period
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
  • Contribution rate of 12.00%
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Perform work with a greater purpose.

Essential Job Functions

• Confers with assigned attorneys outlining requirements for investigation. Keeps attorneys apprised of the investigations with current, accurate information.
• Assists attorneys in the preparation of cases for trial based on information obtained and determining additional information required.
• In preparation of an investigation, reviews case files, police reports, court reports, witness statements, and other related documentation. Based on review of information, determines course of action to be taken to obtain the required information.
• Performs interviews of clients while in custody or out of custody at the direction of the attorney.
• Locates and interviews witnesses in dependency and criminal cases.
• Prepares written reports of investigative findings and maintains accurate, up-to-date records.
• Examines and photographs crime scenes or other areas and items appropriate to the investigation; locates experts to provide testimonies.
• Serves subpoenas.
• Testifies in court as necessary.
• Assists local, county, state, federal and out-of-state agencies on investigations.
• Communicate and maintain professionalism with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.

• Conducts home visits with clients in DCS (CPS) care throughout the County and State.
• Performs interviews of clients while in custody or out of custody at the direction of the attorney.
• Performs client interviews with juvenile clients in Child Protective Services (CPS) care throughout the county and state.
• Assists and covers Child Family Team meetings for assigned attorneys.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING ASSIGNED TO DEPENDENCY/JUVENILE CASE SUPPORT

• High School diploma/ GED (General Education Degree).
• Five (5) years as a certified law enforcement officer, preferably in a detective/investigator position.
• Five (5) years' progressively responsible investigative experience with appropriate investigative experience on dependency/delinquency cases.
• OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

• Training, education and/or experience in child welfare investigations, education, behavioral/mental health, or social work working with children ages 0-18.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Principles, practices, methods and techniques utilized in the performance of investigative work.
• Law enforcement principles, practices, methods, techniques and equipment.
• Relevant laws, rules, regulations, and legal procedures to be adhered to in the performance of investigative work.
• Interviewing and communicating with clients, colleagues and outside agencies.
• Applying investigative methods and techniques
• Gathering, analyzing and evaluating facts and evidence.
• Use of computers and peripheral devices, pertinent software and Internet resources.
• Communicating and maintaining professionalism with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.
• Apply modern law enforcement principles and practices to investigative work.
• Interview, interrogate, and extract required and valid information from individuals.
• Utilize investigative techniques.
• Understand, interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations involved in the performance of investigative work.
• Comprehend, retain and recall factual information.
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Evaluate information obtained and determine appropriateness to case.
• Work independently and exercise patience when dealing with others and in the performance of investigative work.
• Establish and maintain effective/cooperative working relationships with associate personnel, other law enforcement agencies, witnesses, clients, and the public.
• Prepare accurate, complete and legible reports and records. Present detailed, accurate and objective oral statements and responses to questions.
• Understand and follow complex instructions.
• Fulfill all physical requirements of the class.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Knowledge of Child Welfare and/or Social Work principles, practices, methods, techniques and equipment.
• Ability to apply modern child welfare and/or social work principles and practices to investigative work

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.

Mohave County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of Mohave County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all job applicants and employees. The County shall not discriminate against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, pay promotion, retention, discipline or any other aspect of personnel administration, term or condition of employment, due to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, genetic information or disability, age (40 or older).

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.