Overview

Fort Bend County is one the most ethnically diverse counties in the United States. Located thirty-five minutes from downtown Houston, our county offers big city services with hometown hospitality.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office is seeking an Investigator to conduct investigations and provide expertise specifically related to public integrity complaints involving public officials. The position will actively investigate these complaints and assist prosecutors in preparation of cases for trial.

The Public Integrity Division handles the investigations of public officials accused of criminal conduct. Relevant charges may be filed in county and district courts. The investigator will receive sworn complaints from the public or at the direction of the District Attorney, interview witnesses, and may interact with the Texas Rangers and other law enforcement agencies. The investigator may be required to testify or assist in the presentation of an investigation to the grand jury, or other cases involving allegations of misconduct where the evidence meets the threshold of probable cause.

Prior public integrity investigative experience strongly preferred. A strong candidate will have excellent report writing skills and the ability to communicate professionally.

Responsibilities

• Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Conducts timely investigations in preparation for the establishment of trial ready cases. Assists prosecutors in preparation of cases for trial by evaluation and analysis of investigative work by law enforcement agencies.
• Locates and interviews witnesses, victims, and other persons involved in criminal investigations; Collects and records evidence; Seizes contraband and arrests violators when necessary.
• Reviews criminal cases as assigned in determining course of action to be followed.
• Photographs crime scenes and crime victims.
• Provides security, including transportation, for the office.
• Conducts grand jury investigations by collecting and analyzing evidence/data. Testifies in court when necessary and is responsible for the transfer of evidence introduced in trial.
• Assists in preparation and presentation of both grand jury presentation and courtroom trial material. Copies existing audio and visual recordings and prepares other court exhibits using multimedia resources.
• Serves and assists with subpoenas, citations, arrest and search warrants.
• Assists the Chief Investigator and outside law enforcement agencies with criminal case information.
• Attends community meetings to receive public input on relevant concerns and can provide use of force education to grand jurors, law enforcement, and community organizations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED (60 semester hours from an accredited college/university or two years active duty military experience preferred).
• Intermediate TCOLE Certification (advanced certification preferred).
• Five years law enforcement experience, with at least two years of investigative experience.
• Good computer and typing skills; working knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and database software.
• Good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of TLETS/NLETS, TCIC/NCIC and JIMS/HPD computer databases.
• Firearms Certification.
• Must be available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.

SALARY RANGE: Pay starts at $2,398.40 biweekly based on qualifications

Offers subject to an application/interview process, background check, and drug test. Not all applicants will be interviewed.

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply.

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.