Public Defense Investigator (CSTLTSDA)

Summary

This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility pool for Career Service (CS) and Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) / Special Duty Assignment (SDA) Public Defense Investigator positions that may become available within the next six months. TLT / SDA assignments typically last between 6 and 24 months and may be extended or concluded earlier depending on business needs. Positions may be assigned to any division and located in either Seattle or Kent.

King Countys Department of Public Defense is looking to create an eligibility pool for Public Defense Investigator positions. The ideal candidates will be able to exercise good independent judgment and apply office guidelines legal procedures work methods court rules and applicable laws. This role does not necessarily require a legal or criminal justice background though experience with the criminal legal system is helpful. We seek compassionate motivated individuals ready to help clients in their cases.

Public Defense Investigators assist attorneys in developing defense strategies by providing excellent trial-related investigative work. They review surveillance footage and video from police officers body-worn cameras examine discovery materials conduct crime scene analyses identify and interview potential witnesses and moreall with an eye towards supporting the best possible legal outcome for clients. Theyre a key member of the defense team and play an integral role in achieving the clients stated goal. The successful candidate is dedicated to our collective mission to defend the most vulnerable and marginalized members of our community.

We value diversity and aim for our team to reflect the communities that our clients call home .

WHY JOIN DPD

The King County Department of Public Defense (DPD) provides high quality legal representation to indigent clients in felonies misdemeanors juvenile defense family defense (dependency cases) involuntary commitment (mental illness) sex offender commitment and inquests.

As an organization we work with the community :

• To dismantle the systems that oppress our client.
• To make the traditional systems that remain as restorative as possible.
• To advocate for pathways that will allow our clients to succeed.

We also advocate to reduce the harm and reach of the criminal legal system and civil legal systems that restrict our clients liberties and to address systemic racism. We strive to create a flexible workplace culture that is inclusive respectful and supportive premised on a shared anti-oppression framework. To learn more about DPD visit our website .

Job Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include but are not limited to the following :

Other Functions :

The department reserves the right to close this posting and / or make updates to the position description as deemed necessary in support of DPDs mission.

Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

KNOWLEDGE OF :

SKILL IN :

ABILITY TO :

Use effective communication listening and interview skills while accurately documenting interviews and meetings.

The followingqualificationsare a plus :

Supplemental Information

WHY KING COUNTY

At King County our work is guided by our True North and values. Our True North is what we aspire to : Making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive.

King County offers great benefits to include a pension plan holidays transit pass plus training and education opportunities to promote growth and development. Our focus is to provide our employees with work life balance.

ARE YOU READY TO APPLY

This opportunity to join DPD is open to all qualified applicants. Please apply at recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility pool for Career Service (CS) and Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) / Special Duty Assignment (SDA) Public Defense Investigator positions that may become available within the next six months. TLT / SDA assignments typically last between 6 and 24 months and may be extended or concluded earlier depending on business needs. Positions may be assigned to any division and located in either Seattle or Kent.

To be considered for this role submit the following items :

Note : Special Duty opportunities are only open to current King County career service employees that have completed their initial probation. Special Duty applicants must have approval from their current supervisor to accept an assignment.

Pay Upon Special Duty Placement : Current employees selected for special duty will be compensated based upon the provisions of the King County Code / Personnel Guidelines or applicable CLA for their base position.

The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions interviewing references a personnel file review going back the last three (3) years and if applicable a background check. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience and attach the required documents to your application.

If you have questions please contact our Talent Advisors at .

WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION :

The Investigator team works in a hybrid model with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location for this position may be Seattle or Kent.

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the departments hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

DPD maintains physical offices in the following locations :

Rotations of work location and practice area and / or workflow are an essential function and can occur based on business need.

The typical workweek is 40 hours per week Monday through Friday 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime.

DPD Policies

DPD Ethical Walls Policies and Procedures will apply to employees such that if you work or have worked for one of DPDs divisions you may be ineligible to work in another division.

Outside Work Policy for Administrative Staff will apply to employees such that you must receive approval from your supervisor and Managing Attorney before being permitted to engage in outside employment for compensation or volunteer.

Union Membership

Positions in this classification are recognized by Service Employees International Union Local 925.

ForbesrecentlynamedKingCountyasoneofWashingtonStatesbestemployers.

Together with leadership and our employees were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference Comejointheteam dedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live work and play.

Guided by our True North we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.

KingCountyisanEqualEmploymentOpportunity(EEO)Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

ToApply

If you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

SALARY AND BENEFITS :

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 this salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidates current experience education skills and abilities related to the position. King County offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical dental vision flexible spending accounts life and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement and deferred compensation. For additional information please review the detailed summaryofbenefits offered by King County.

Key Skills

Epidemiology,Public Health,Bank Secrecy Act,Bioinformatics,Fraud,Genetics,Interviewing,Law Enforcement,Qualitative Research Interviewing,Research Experience,Next Generation Sequencing,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 43 - 54