Legal Investigator

About the role

Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the prosecution of cases by assisting attorneys in preparation of criminal cases for trial.
• Conduct special investigations as assigned by the Commonwealth’s Attorney or designee.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements:
  • Two years of college with course work in political science, criminal justice, or a related field.
  • Three to five years’ work experience in law enforcement.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the City of Hampton’s criteria.
  • Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Additional Requirements:
  • May require working non-standard hours including evenings, holidays and weekends.
  • May require some local travel.

Qualifications

Education High school graduate or GED completed Two years of college with course work in political science, criminal justice, or a related field Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree or higher
Experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 3 - 4 years 5 or more years

Benefits

• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or Sentara EAP website).
• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills.
• Tuition reimbursement is available.
• Other benefits include: Sentara Health Medical Insurance, OptumRx Delta Dental Insurance, Anthem Blue View Vision, FSA Reimbursement accounts, Standard: Accident and Critical Illness Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance, Legal Resources Plan, Virginia 529 Mission Square, Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA, and ICMA Retirement Corporation.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.