Prosecutor Investigator

Grant-funded position approved through 9/30/2027.

About the role

Under direction, assists the Prosecutors in preparing cases for trial and processes evidence for exhibits in trial. Assists prosecutors in courtroom technology. Investigates complaints of consumer fraud. Receives, reviews, organizes, and maintains all new files. Conducts extensive technology checks through the Law Enforcement Information Network. Attends court hearings and serves subpoenas.

Responsibilities

• Develops relationships with informants to procure leads to investigatory information.
• Obtains evidence or establishes facts by interviewing, observing, and interrogating suspects and witnesses.
• Examines records to detect links in a chain of evidence or information.
• Assists in surveillances and performs selected undercover assignments.
• Provides technical expertise involving the use of courtroom technology.
• Reports critical information to and coordinates activities with other offices or agencies when applicable.
• Assists Prosecuting Attorney with both presenting evidence and examining witnesses in court hearings.
• Testifies in court or at administrative proceedings concerning the findings of investigations.
• Serves subpoenas and/or other official papers and may assist in the seeking and execution of search and arrest warrants, and other legal documents.
• Gathers financial and other asset data as part of conducting investigations related to forfeitures resulting from illegal drug, gambling, and other criminal activity including money laundering and tax evasion.
• Searches and assists in locating and interviewing plaintiffs, defendants, witnesses, and/or representatives of business or government to gather facts relating to alleged violations.
• Prepares and presents findings in clear, logical, and properly documented reports of investigations for use by legal or administrative authorities.
• Assists in investigations of a confidential nature regarding the activities of individuals in Police Departments as well as individuals in County Departments, Townships, Cities, and State Offices.
• Reviews case files to determine and assist appropriate necessary actions.
• Conducts LEIN (Law Enforcement Information Network) queries, CLEAR (Citizen Law Enforcement Analysis and Reporting) searches, VINELINK (Victim Information and Notification Everyday), MiCSES (Michigan Child Support System Enforcement System), and other official database searches.
• Maintains contact with key people involved in cases, inquiries from the general public.
• Prepares paperwork and keeps records pertaining to assigned duties.
• Maintains continuing education and training to keep up with the latest changes and innovations.
• Assists in the examination of business, personal, or public records and documents to establish facts and verify accuracy and authenticity of data, facts, and evidence.
• Reports periodically to the Prosecutor and the Chief Investigator on the progress of investigations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent (GED).
• Three (3) years of investigative experience.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Effectively speak, write, and understand a language other than English.

Skills

• Computer and software troubleshooting.
• Latest courtroom presentation software, video and audio editing (e.g., Sanction, PowerPoint, Camtasia, Power Director, Input Ace).
• Applicable software applications and digital evidence.
• Legal terminology and court procedures.
• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.
• Working knowledge of court rules and other laws to carry out assigned duties.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships.
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Meeting schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Accurately organizing and maintaining paper documents and electronic files.
• Working independently on tasks assigned.
• Working in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign.
• Understanding and carrying out oral and/or written instructions.
• Maintaining the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.

Work Environment

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office or similar indoor environment: Frequently/Continuously
• Outdoor environment: Occasionally
• Street environment (near moving traffic): Never/Seldom
• Construction site: Never/Seldom
• Confined space: Never/Seldom
• Individuals who are hostile or irate: Occasionally
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds: Occasionally
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): Never/Seldom
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): Never/Seldom
• Communicable diseases: Never/Seldom
• Moving mechanical parts: Never/Seldom
• Fumes or airborne particles: Never/Seldom
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: Never/Seldom
• Loud noises (85+ decibels): Never/Seldom
• Blood Borne Pathogens: Never/Seldom

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: Never/Seldom
• Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): Never/Seldom
• Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and platforms: Never/Seldom
• Crawling (moving about on hands and knees), inspecting in confined spaces: Never/Seldom
• Digging: Never/Seldom
• Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: Occasionally
• Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: Occasionally
• Kneeling to work at low levels: Never/Seldom
• Manual dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): Frequently/Continuously
• Lift/Carry/Move objects up to 34 pounds: Frequently/Continuously
• Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: Never/Seldom
• Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): Occasionally
• Sitting in a seated position during task performance: Occasionally
• Standing in an upright position without movement: Occasionally
• Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: Occasionally
• Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: Never/Seldom

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no monthly premium to employees for single, two-person, or family coverage.
• Health care, dental, and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.

Pay

$60,508.58 - $78,262.81 annually.

Schedule

• Full-time (37.5 hours per week).
• Start time: 8:00 a.m.
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement or Human Resources and Labor Relations Policy.