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MyFlorida PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 2ND CIRCUIT- INVESTIGATOR I - 21009983 in TALLAHASSEE, Florida
PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 2ND CIRCUIT- INVESTIGATOR I - 21009983
Date: Aug 16, 2024
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Requisition No: 835641
Agency: Justice Administrative Commission
Working Title: PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 2ND CIRCUIT- INVESTIGATOR I - 21009983
Pay Plan: Public Defndrs JAC
Position Number: 21009983
Salary: $40,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 09/15/2024
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The Office of the Public Defender, Second Judicial Circuit is accepting applications for an Investigator I in the Capital Division. This position is located in Tallahassee, Leon County.
Our Organization and Mission :
The Office of the Public Defender, Second Judicial Circuit provides legal representation for indigent individuals accused of criminal offenses. The Second Judicial Circuit encompasses six Florida counties: Leon, Gadsden, Liberty, Jefferson, Wakulla and Franklin.
Duties and Responsibilities :
As part of the capital defense team, the duties and responsibilities of the investigator will include:
Conduct in-depth client intake interviews,
Examine State’s discovery reports and probable cause affidavits,
Locate and / or interview witnesses,
View, photograph, and assess evidence,
Coordinate court appearances for clients and witnesses,
Serve subpoenas,
Conduct background investigations,
Collect records,
Testify in court,
Assist in securing social information for mitigation,
Use computer related search and identification programs,
Other duties as assigned,
Possess commitment to the defense of individuals who could be sentenced to the death penalty.
Minimum Training and Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree or higher in criminology, criminal justice or other investigative fields, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Our office will provide in-house training and certification through the Criminal Defense Investigation Training Council.
Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely as you must be able to prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports containing findings, conclusions, and/or recommendations
Valid Florida Driver’s License. Local travel – within the judicial circuit – is required.
Ability to work independently and take initiative while also collaborating effectively with a team.
Starting Salary :
$40,000 annually; negotiable, commensurate with experience.
The Benefits of Working with the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
Paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and other supplemental insurance options.
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please clickwww.myfrs.com),
Tuition waivers,
And more!
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301
Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee