INVESTIGATOR (COUNTY ATTORNEY)

Description

Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do! Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!

Why work at Linn County?

• Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget)
• Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS)
• Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees
• Free on-site fitness centers
• 100% County paid basic life insurance
• 12 paid holidays per year
Training & professional development opportunities

Essential Functions

• Locate and interview victims and witnesses in criminal, civil, and juvenile cases.
• Serve subpoenas and other legal documents for hearings, trials, and depositions.
• Gather and document restitution information from victims of crime.
• Assist attorney staff with trial preparation, including collecting evidence and confirming witness availability.
• Ensure witness attendance and logistical readiness for court appearances.
• Conduct interviews and provide written summaries or reports to attorney staff.
• Provide courtroom and logistical support to attorneys during trial proceedings.
• Research defense evidence and assist in gathering documents or records, including medical records, as needed.
• Provide transportation for witnesses when required.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Associate's degree in a related field required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of advanced investigative experience in the criminal field required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge and skills for this position may be considered.

Shift

Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Read the full description here: County Attorney Investigator Job Description

Learn more about the County Attorney's Office here: Linn County Attorney's Office Website