Public Defender Investigator

Indigent Defense Services Division PUBLIC DEFENDER 43 DISTRICT

North Carolina, US
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Evidence collection techniques
Investigation procedures
Information extraction
The Indigent Defense Services Division of North Carolina seeks a Public Defender Investigator to conduct investigations for serious misdemeanor and felony cases, ensuring justice is served for clients. The role requires strong knowledge of criminal law, investigative skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals

Job Summary

  • Investigate serious misdemeanor and felony cases to collect information used to verify evidence or to substantiate innocence.
  • Arrange defense expert witnesses, review expert’s credentials, evaluate their potential effectiveness with jury, and coordinate delivery of evidence to experts.
  • Will be required to travel over seven counties (Haywood, Jackson, Swain, Macon, Graham, Clay and Cherokee) as needed.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The Indigent Defense Services Division of North Carolina seeks a Public Defender Investigator to conduct investigations for serious misdemeanor and felony cases, ensuring justice is served for clients. The role requires strong knowledge of criminal law, investigative skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • evidence collection techniques
  • investigation procedures
  • information extraction
  • oral and written communication
  • independent lead development
  • observation and analysis

Nice-to-have

  • inspire community confidence
  • work irregular hours
  • effectively communicate with diverse backgrounds

Key Requirements

  • Graduation from a four-year college or university
  • one (1) year of experience
  • associate degree with three (3) years of experience
  • Valid North Carolina driver’s license
  • investigator's license preferred

Work Rights

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