INVESTIGATOR - UNCLASSIFIED

About the role

The State of Nevada seeks a skilled professional with a background in criminal defense, prosecution, or law enforcement. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in criminal law, investigative principles, and evidence collection methods, as well as courtroom procedures. Prior experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing case files, evidence, transcripts, and other case-related materials.
• Aiding attorneys in developing defense strategies and conducting interviews.
• Assessing crime scenes, disputed property, and other relevant locations.
• Pursuing leads, locating witnesses, relatives, and gathering information and documents.
• Supporting attorneys in court proceedings, including testifying.
• Liaising with law enforcement agencies and prosecution teams.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years of Law Enforcement/criminal investigative work experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license and proficiency in computers, including word processing, case management systems, and investigative databases.

Qualifications

Proficiency in criminal law, investigative principles, and evidence collection methods. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with people from diverse socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. Strong analytical skills, including the ability to identify discrepancies in witness statements and analyze reports to determine investigative leads. Independent thinking and bilingual in English and Spanish.

Skills

Interviewing techniques, general law enforcement principles and practices, courtroom procedures, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).

Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.

Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.

Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.

Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.

No Nevada state income tax.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.

Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.