Clark County
Overview
INVESTIGATOR II - DISTRICT ATTORNEY role at Clark County.
Base pay range $34.00/hr - $52.00/hr
About The Position The Clark County District Attorney's Office is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Investigator II position. As a member of our team, the Investigator II will perform a variety of complex and sensitive field service and legal investigative work involving prosecution and disposition of criminal matters in the District Attorney's Office as well as assist in maintaining a safe work environment and perform related work as assigned.
Applicants must have a valid P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) certification at time of application. Applicants with P.O.S.T. certifications outside the state of Nevada must provide documentation at time of hire proving their certification meets Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II or higher standards (NV Reciprocity). For questions concerning Nevada State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements and procedures, please visit NV P.O.S.T website, https://post.nv.gov/
ANY APPLICANT THAT HAS TWO (2) YEARS OF POLICE/FIRE WITH NEVADA PERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO FILL THE POSITION IN A POLICE/FIRE CAPACITY.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available.
Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre- and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney’s Office, and a test for controlled substances.
P.O.S.T. Certification:
A valid copy of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category I and/or Category II certification is required at time of application. Applications submitted without valid P.O.S.T. Category I and/or Category II certification will be considered incomplete. Certificates may also be emailed to ashley.gonzalez @clarkcountynv.gov. The candidate’s name, recruitment title, and exam/job number must be listed in the email.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience:
Equivalent of an Associate's degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, or related area, AND three (3) years of full-time experience in performing criminal investigations in a public agency or in sworn law enforcement duties. Must possess P.O.S.T. Category II basic certificate. Additional years of professional full-time experience performing criminal investigations or in sworn law enforcement duties, may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.
Working Conditions:
Carry a firearm and obtain and maintain applicable certification.
Licensing and Certification:
Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Must possess a valid Nevada basic P.O.S.T. training certificate – Category II, at time of hire.
Background Investigation:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Citizenship:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Medical Examination:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
Pre-Employment Agility Fitness Testing:
Employment is contingent upon passing the P.O.S.T. Agility Fitness Standards.
Examples of Duties
Discovers the location of witnesses and other persons involved in various legal situations by using tracing methods and coordinating with law enforcement agencies, utilities, credit services, other governmental agencies, friends, and family members.
Takes statements from victims, witnesses, defendants, and others connected to a specific case; reviews information regarding investigations, including laboratory data, police reports, photographs, and other materials.
Analyzes reports to identify relevant legal issues.
Locates and serves subpoenas, summonses, warrants, motions, and other legal documents to individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
Conducts detailed investigations under the direction of the Investigative Supervisor or an attorney; maintains chain of custody on evidence and transports to storage; escorts witnesses or others as needed.
Photographs, sketches, and reconstructs crime scenes; may testify in court as required.
Provides information to the public regarding rules and regulations related to the investigative area; maintains case records and prepares investigative and administrative reports.
Conducts pre-employment background investigations and completes background reports.
Locates absent parents, assists other jurisdictions by locating individuals and serving documents.
Arrests individuals violating court orders or warrants; assists in enforcement activities.
Resolves Family Support warrants by facilitating payments and enforcement measures to support Federal Child Support Performance Measures.
Contributes to unit efficiency and participates as an active team member; mentors Investigator I and provides basic supervision on assignments when needed.
Uses standard office equipment, including a computer.
Drives a personal or County vehicle to visit sites and transport witnesses and others.
Physical Demands:
Mobility to operate in a public safety setting; ability to stand/walk for extended periods; ability to restrain and/or eject individuals; vision and hearing sufficient to perform duties; accommodations may be made for qualified individuals.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Government Administration
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Base pay range $34.00/hr - $52.00/hr
About The Position The Clark County District Attorney's Office is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Investigator II position. As a member of our team, the Investigator II will perform a variety of complex and sensitive field service and legal investigative work involving prosecution and disposition of criminal matters in the District Attorney's Office as well as assist in maintaining a safe work environment and perform related work as assigned.
Applicants must have a valid P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) certification at time of application. Applicants with P.O.S.T. certifications outside the state of Nevada must provide documentation at time of hire proving their certification meets Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II or higher standards (NV Reciprocity). For questions concerning Nevada State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements and procedures, please visit NV P.O.S.T website, https://post.nv.gov/
ANY APPLICANT THAT HAS TWO (2) YEARS OF POLICE/FIRE WITH NEVADA PERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO FILL THE POSITION IN A POLICE/FIRE CAPACITY.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available.
Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre- and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney’s Office, and a test for controlled substances.
P.O.S.T. Certification:
A valid copy of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category I and/or Category II certification is required at time of application. Applications submitted without valid P.O.S.T. Category I and/or Category II certification will be considered incomplete. Certificates may also be emailed to ashley.gonzalez @clarkcountynv.gov. The candidate’s name, recruitment title, and exam/job number must be listed in the email.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience:
Equivalent of an Associate's degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, or related area, AND three (3) years of full-time experience in performing criminal investigations in a public agency or in sworn law enforcement duties. Must possess P.O.S.T. Category II basic certificate. Additional years of professional full-time experience performing criminal investigations or in sworn law enforcement duties, may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.
Working Conditions:
Carry a firearm and obtain and maintain applicable certification.
Licensing and Certification:
Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Must possess a valid Nevada basic P.O.S.T. training certificate – Category II, at time of hire.
Background Investigation:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Citizenship:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Medical Examination:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
Pre-Employment Agility Fitness Testing:
Employment is contingent upon passing the P.O.S.T. Agility Fitness Standards.
Examples of Duties
Discovers the location of witnesses and other persons involved in various legal situations by using tracing methods and coordinating with law enforcement agencies, utilities, credit services, other governmental agencies, friends, and family members.
Takes statements from victims, witnesses, defendants, and others connected to a specific case; reviews information regarding investigations, including laboratory data, police reports, photographs, and other materials.
Analyzes reports to identify relevant legal issues.
Locates and serves subpoenas, summonses, warrants, motions, and other legal documents to individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
Conducts detailed investigations under the direction of the Investigative Supervisor or an attorney; maintains chain of custody on evidence and transports to storage; escorts witnesses or others as needed.
Photographs, sketches, and reconstructs crime scenes; may testify in court as required.
Provides information to the public regarding rules and regulations related to the investigative area; maintains case records and prepares investigative and administrative reports.
Conducts pre-employment background investigations and completes background reports.
Locates absent parents, assists other jurisdictions by locating individuals and serving documents.
Arrests individuals violating court orders or warrants; assists in enforcement activities.
Resolves Family Support warrants by facilitating payments and enforcement measures to support Federal Child Support Performance Measures.
Contributes to unit efficiency and participates as an active team member; mentors Investigator I and provides basic supervision on assignments when needed.
Uses standard office equipment, including a computer.
Drives a personal or County vehicle to visit sites and transport witnesses and others.
Physical Demands:
Mobility to operate in a public safety setting; ability to stand/walk for extended periods; ability to restrain and/or eject individuals; vision and hearing sufficient to perform duties; accommodations may be made for qualified individuals.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Government Administration
Note: This refined description preserves the core content and responsibilities of the Investigator II - District Attorney role at Clark County while removing boilerplate and non-essential sections. It uses only allowed HTML tags and avoids presentational formatting.
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