Investigative Assistant - Oroville, United States - Butte County, CA

Butte County, CA

Verified Company

Oroville, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Summary:

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SUNSET POSITION :

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_ An allocated position that is limited in duration to a particular period of time, usually because the funding source for the position is not ongoing.

_This position is set to end on 6/30/2025._ For terms and conditions concerning the appointment of a Sunset employee, see the 2019 Adopted Personnel Rules.

_ FLSA:
Non-Exempt**
DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative, clerical, and technical duties related to the investigation and prosecution of criminal offenders and providing support to the assigned office; performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Work is performed under the close supervision of an assigned Lieutenant or Sergeant. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This entry-level classification supports the investigative and administrative services within the County.

Essential Job Functions:

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows_ is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, positionspecific tasks._
Assists in the preparation and maintenance of statistical and operational logs, records, and reports; maintains computerized databases related to the assigned investigative activities; updates automated and manual computer records and tracking systems.
Researches criminal justice information, locates and interviews witnesses.
Performs field service of civil and criminal legal process such as subpoenas, summons, and complaints; makes positive identification of person served, and time and location of services; assists in serving search warrants.
Assists attorneys with trial preparation; assists deputies in case preparation.
Responds to crime and search warrant scenes, assists with collection of evidence.
Conducts lowlevel investigations.
Receives and sends information to and from other agencies and jurisdictions; coordinates activities.
Creates and maintains criminal and civil case files; researches files and computer databases.
Type's information on standard forms and inputs data into computer system.
Checks local and state warrants and collects and distributes related paperwork.
Collects statistical data and compiles data for reports; updates and assures the accuracy of statistical database.
Promotes District Attorney's and Sheriff programs as assigned; projects positive support of the department and county organizations at all times.
Monitors telephone and radio system; determines the nature of the calls, logs, and routes calls to coordinate/dispatch in response to the public, District Attorney, Sheriff and other County requests.
Coordinates and records the maintenance and repairs of a department's fleet vehicles; schedules cleanings and other services with outside vendors or with County Public Works Department; monitors and maintains accurate maintenance records of fleet vehicles and equipment and assures legal compliance.
Researches vendors for procurement options; compiles and evaluates bids; makes recommendations for orders.
Coordinates the purchases of Department service related vehicles, supplies and/or equipment that may include, but is not limited to, office supplies, vehicles, uniforms, ammunition and equipment; type purchase requisitions, track, receive and reconcile orders/deliveries, and approve payments.
Resolves problems and creates solutions.
Utilizes a computer software system to input, access, retrieve, and analyze data.
Performs a variety of general administrative duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

Basic functions of a law enforcement agency including federal, state, and county laws, and department written directives.
Basic principles of recordkeeping, case files and records management.
Basic research methods and techniques.
Basic principles, practices, procedures, and terminology used in law enforcement ?and related radio and telephone communications.??
Legal and law enforcement terminology, and court processes and procedures.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to: