Public Defender Investigator II

Introduction

KNOWLEDGE

Investigation techniques and procedures; rules of evidence, legal basis for complaints, and court procedures; applicable state, federal, and local codes, laws and ordinances, including State Narcotic Laws, Penal Code, Health and Safety Code, Probate Code and Welfare and Institutions Code.

ABILITY

Gather and evaluate facts and evidence; draw logical conclusions and take appropriate action, secure necessary information through interviews and interrogations; interact and communicate well with persons of diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, and with persons from all sectors of the criminal justice system; act as witness in legal proceedings; carry out special and general assignments independently; work effectively with others.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility --Frequent operation of keyboards, sitting for extended periods, standing for long periods, walking, driving and climbing stairs; occasional pushing/pulling, bending/squatting, climbing stairs or other objects and crawling; Lifting âfrequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 â 30 pounds; Vision â Good overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work, hand and eye coordination, color/depth perception ; Dexterity ânormal dexterity with frequent writing, holding and repetitive motion; occasional reaching and grasping; Hearing/Talking â Constant hearing/talking on the telephone/radio and in person; Emotional/psychological â Constant concentration, public contact and decision making; frequent time spent working alone; Special conditions â may be exposed to dust and varied outdoor conditions; may require occasional overtime, weekend or evening work, to include long hours at odd times of the day or night.

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BENEFITS