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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values, and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The District Attorney Investigator employs lengthy complex criminal investigative procedures and is expected to work with both State and Federal authorities when necessary. The investigator is responsible for investigating, managing, or overseeing criminal investigations involving homicides, assaults, unusual deaths, sex and/ or gang crimes, human trafficking, amongst other serious investigations.
This is a sworn law enforcement position, which may require arrests by the investigator when appropriate. It will be necessary for the investigator to attend on-going mandated POST training, seminars and certification courses. The District Attorney’s Office has one (1) full-time regular hire position.
ABOUT YOU
Our Highly Qualified Candidate has direct experience and knowledge investigating, managing, or overseeing criminal investigations involving homicides, assaults, unusual deaths, sex and/ or gang crimes, human trafficking, amongst other serious investigations. The candidate is well organized, detail-oriented, performs thorough investigations, and has experience in writing and executing warrants. The candidate is a self-starter, is flexible in responding to changing priorities and assignments, and ensures that work meets set deadlines. The candidate can work independently and serve as a member of a team, working respectfully and collaboratively while developing positive working relationships with colleagues and staff, as well as representatives from partnering agencies. The candidate possesses clear written and verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic, good self-time management, and excels in a fast paced, progressive environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:- Considerable knowledge of modern criminal investigative techniques and procedures.
- The methods and techniques of screening, evaluating, preparing, and preserving evidence and exhibits for trial.
- Laws of arrest, search and seizure, rights of citizens, rules of evidence, court procedures and rules of discovery.
- Criminal modus operandi, ballistics, and criminal laboratory techniques.
- Use and care of firearms.
- The following California codes: Civil; Business and Professions; Health and Safety; Penal; Vehicle; and Welfare and Institutions.
- Knowledge of criminal and civil prosecution procedures.
- Distinguish between criminal and civil prosecution.
- Obtain information through interview, interrogation, and observation.
- Perform consumer fraud investigations.
- Provide accurate court testimony.
- Prepare concise written and oral reports.
- Speak effectively.
- Analyze, correlate, and evaluate information.
- Prepare and execute search warrants and arrest warrants.
Must be able to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and be subject to being on-call as needed.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 6/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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