DA Investigator II Yolo County, CA - Woodland, CA $84,031 - $102,140 a year The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one, regular, full-time position in the class of District Attorney Investigator II at the Yolo County District Attorney's Office. In addition to the salary posted in this job bulletin, employees receive additional compensation, up to a total of 10% of base, by stacking a maximum of two of the following incentives: 2.5% for possession of Intermediate POST 5.0% for possession of Advanced POST 2.5% for possession of a 2 year degree 5.0% for possession of a 4 year degree Definition Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex, highly skilled investigative work, which may include assignments to the most difficult and sensitive investigations calling for unusual methods and techniques, and may include assignment as an investigative specialist; performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the journey level in the District Attorney Investigator Series. Incumbents perform skilled investigative work in the more serious criminal cases as well as sensitive cases involving public officials. Incumbents in this classification may be required to oversee and coordinate responsibilities in special investigations with other law enforcement agencies. Incumbents may be assigned to either Criminal, Family Support or Special Services positions. This recruitment will be open on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, responses to supplemental questions, a detailed resume, verification of education (if qualifying with education), and verification of California P.O.S.T. certification. For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below. Essential Functions Interviews complainants, suspects, relatives and others involved in assigned investigative cases; Obtains statements, documents and related factual evidence; Examines court, police, public and governmental records needed for investigations; Reviews information obtained to determine whether offenses have been committed or if further investigation is necessary in order to recommend or advise against issuance of complaints; Keeps records and prepares reports relating to investigative work; Makes field investigations and inspects crime scenes, gathers, analyzes and preserves evidence concerning crimes; Collects, analyzes, and provides evidence concerning crimes; Provides witness assistance; testifies in court; prepares and serves search warrants; Makes arrests; assists local law enforcement agencies in special assignments; serves subpoenas; conducts surveillance and undercover investigations; assists in providing discovery to defense; Initiates investigations based on observations and information received from other sources; Obtains information from computer systems; reviews information obtained to determine whether to recommend civil action or filing of criminal complaints; Performs other related duties as assigned. Some positions may require the performance of different essential functions depending upon work location, assignment or shift. Employment Standards Education: Equivalent to completion of at least 60 college semester units, AND Experience: Five (5) years of experience in law enforcement work of which two (2) years of experience is in investigative specific law enforcement work; or two (2) of experience as a District Attorney Investigator I in Yolo County, and Peace Officer Status: At the time of appointment, incumbents must meet the Peace Officer Standards stipulated in Section 832 of the Penal Code and Section 1029-1031 of the Government Code and must possess a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate pursuant to Penal Code Section 832.4. Substitution: Additional years of experience may substitute for the required education on a ratio of one year for the equivalent of 30 semester units. Additional education may substitute for the required experience in law enforcement work on a year-for-year basis for a maximum of two (2) years. Working Conditions: Willingness to work irregular hours and overtime in various geographic locations. License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation. Knowledge of: methods, principles and techniques of criminal investigations; methods, principles and techniques of civil and environmental investigations; methods and techniques of gathering, evaluation, screening and preserving evidence, including preparing exhibits for trial; provisions of the Penal Code of the State of California; provisions of the law relating to consumer fraud, environmental protection, workers compensation fraud and automobile insurance fraud; laws of arrest, search and seizure; rules of evidence and court procedures; laws and regulations associated with family support establishment and enforcement activities; techniques of interviewing; techniques of interrogation; structure and activities of the criminal justice system and related agencies; resources available in locating individuals; report writing and record keeping techniques. Ability to: work under volatile conditions and with hostile persons; meet tight deadlines; organize and prioritize workload to manage cases efficiently; testify in court in a direct, clear and concise manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; drive a car; recall names, facts, faces, and incidents; observe and analyze situations accurately, think and act quickly in emergencies, and adopt an effective course of action; deal effectively with citizens and public officials under conditions requiring tact and judgment; assess the credibility of witnesses; obtain information through interrogations; obtain information through interviews; read and understand technical material in such disciplines as medicine, physical and social sciences; read and understand legal codes and cases; keep accurate notes and prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports; make sound recommendations and decisions; gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence and draw logical and valid conclusions; operate photographic, recording and graphic equipment; operate computers and use word processing, spreadsheets and databases; use the internet. Application & Selection Process Application Process It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the final filing date. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. A resume should be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. In addition to a completed application and resume, applicants are required to submit a completed supplemental questionnaire, verification of education, and verification of California P.O.S.T certification for this position. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office in any one or more of the following ways: As an attachment to the online application By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org By fax to (530) 666-8049 By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Selection Procedure The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps, and all listed dates, may change with or without notice.