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Position: Investigator

Overview:
As a member of the defense team, investigators assist attorneys in the zealous representation of clients.  This is non-exempt level position, represented by the bargaining unit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

§         Locate and interview witnesses, victims, and clients in a timely manner; coordinate with witnesses regarding court appearances.

§         Develop leads and sources of information: obtain, analyze, and disseminate pertinent records including court, medical, military, criminal and psychological; review presentence reports, prepare appropriate support documents; deliver subpoenas to witnesses; prepare detailed written reports; and arrange and coordinate documents and compensation for civil compromises.

§         Prepare professional diagrams, maps and trial exhibits; testify competently and professionally in court concerning findings of investigations.

§         Actively participate in team meetings with attorneys and legal assistants.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 

§         Ability to conduct comprehensive investigations utilizing proper investigative channels and protocols.

§         Ability to deal effectively with people of widely divergent backgrounds.

§         Ability to prioritize and accurately accomplish multiple tasks.

§         Must be proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and the Internet.

§         Must have a good command of the English language; oral and written.

§         Excellent spelling and grammar to compose and edit case-related documents.

§         Ability to visit clients and witnesses in correctional facilities (may preclude employees and applicants arrested and jailed in preceding two years).

§         Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings/nights, weekends and/or holidays as necessary in order to contact witnesses and information sources.

§         Proficiency in using investigation equipment, such as a 35mm camera, digital camera, portable tape recorder, and video equipment.

§         Possession of a valid driver's license and automobile insurance and the ability to travel via one's own vehicle to various locations, primarily within the tri-county area, to view crime scenes, locate witnesses, and conduct investigations; occasional travel to other areas and out of state.

§         Work requires continual attention to detail, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.

 

Education and/or Experience:

 

§         High school diploma or GED.

§         Paralegal Certificate or State Investigator License is recommended.

 

Investigator Annual Wage Scale:

 

Start

$23,418.08

6 mos

$24,353.42

1 Yr

$26,256.10

2 Yrs

$27,991.86

3 Yrs

$29,811.34

4 Yrs

$31,647.20

5 Yrs

$33,465.64

6 Yrs

$35,285.64

 

Bi-weekly pay periods - A total of 26 paychecks per year.


Application Process:
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For consideration, please complete and submit your application using our online application page.  Before contacting us, please consult our Adobe Acrobat help if you experience issues while trying to access the online application page.

Questions? Email: jobs@mpdlaw.com

Incomplete application packages will not be considered for initial interview.  If you experience trouble obtaining any application materials, please contact Human Resources at 503-225-9100.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Page last updated:  Thursday, Jan 11, 2007