PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE - INVESTIGATOR

County of El Paso, TX

Full Time

El Paso, TX 79901

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Minimum Qualifications

Acceptable Experience and Education
High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of experience in criminal/civil investigations.

Prefer an Associate’s Degree in Law Enforcement, Accounting or a related field;

Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certificates and Licenses Required

Must have or obtain by date of hire Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.

Typical Duties

Conducts factual investigations; gathers evidence related to cases; locates and interviews witnesses; obtains sworn statements from witnesses; transports complainants and witnesses to and from court; serves subpoenas and arrest warrants; locates and retrieves documents and other materials; coordinates investigations with local, state and federal authorities.

Writes investigative reports; prepares evidence for court presentations; obtains police reports, certified copies of judgments, criminal histories and other documentation for trial; attends court proceedings; testifies in court.

Responds to requests for information via phone or in-person.

Assists attorneys in preparation for civil and criminal trials. Depending on area assigned possibly with juvenile proceedings.

Performs surveillance of suspects and defendants; takes photographs.

Locates witnesses and complainants using computer systems and through manual research.

Assists prosecutors and other investigators with case investigation requirements.

Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and

Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.

Public Defenders' Office duties:

Conducts defendant, complainant and witness criminal history and personal background investigations.

Coordinates and works with all pertinent law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and social service agencies in preparation of cases for prosecution.

Required to be on call 24 hours a day.

Investigates Federal, State, and local officer involved shooting incidents and custodial deaths.

Other Important Duties *

Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, depending on area of assignment conducts investigations of criminal and civil cases. These investigations will require simple to complex decision making.

Additional Information

Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: court systems; legal terminology; Knowledge of investigative principles, practices and procedures; English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; techniques for effective interpersonal communications; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment to include Windows and Microsoft based products.

Skill/Ability to: operate personal computer using standard Office operating software and general office equipment; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; make mathematical computations; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written reports; to have good judgment skills and decision-making skills; to have good management of time, planning and organizing; to have fact finding and analytical skills; exercise tact and courtesy with those contacted during the course of work; exercise firmness and fairness in adjusting complaints and explaining laws and policies; and establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work. Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred.

Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and
necessary elements of performance:

Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
Maintain strict confidentiality;
Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,
Maintain and enhance the County’s commitment to customer service excellence

El Paso County offers a very comprehensive benefit package (s ome benefits may not apply to part time or temporary employees) consisting of the following:

HOLIDAYS
16 holidays per year as recognized.

VACATION
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees.
10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service)
15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service)
20 days (15 years of service or over)

SICK LEAVE
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.

MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES
Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service
Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.

MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS

Plan Costs – Biweekly Rates

Effective January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023

Medical
Traditional Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
No Discounts
EE Only $6.00
EE & Spouse $201.21
EE & Children $141.17
EE & Family $329.68

2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $5.89
EE & Spouse - $197.19
EE & Children - $138.35
EE & Family - $323.08
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.77
EE & Spouse - $193.17
EE & Children - $135.52
EE & Family - $316.49

6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.65
EE & Spouse - $189.14
EE & Children - $132.70
EE & Family - $309.90

Traditional Core Plan
No Discounts
EE Only - $40.04
EE & Spouse - $313.56
EE & Children - $242.31
EE & Family - $496.62

2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $39.24
EE & Spouse - $307.80
EE & Children - $237.46
EE & Family - $486.68

4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $38.44
EE & Spouse - $301.02
EE & Children -$232.62
EE & Family - $476.76

6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $37.64
EE & Spouse - $294.74
EE & Children - $227.77
EE & Family - $466.82

El Paso County - ACO - Hospitals of Providence Network Plan Options

Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) ACO
No Discounts
EE Only $5.40
EE & Spouse $181.09
EE & Children $127.05
EE & Family $296.71

2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $5.30
EE & Spouse - $177.47
EE & Children - $124.51
EE & Family - $290.78

4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.19
EE & Spouse - $173.85
EE & Children - $121.96
EE & Family - $284.85

6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.09
EE & Spouse - $170.23
EE & Children - $119.43
EE & Family - $278.91

Core Plan ACO
No Discounts
EE Only - $36.03
EE & Spouse - $282.20
EE & Children - $218.07
EE & Family - $446.96

2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $35.32
EE & Spouse - $276.56
EE & Children - $213.71
EE & Family - $438.02

4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $34.59
EE & Spouse - $270.92
EE & Children - $209.36
EE & Family - $429.08

6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $33.88
EE & Spouse - $265.27
EE & Children - $204.99
EE & Family - $420.14

El Paso County - Narrow Network - University Medical Center (UMC) Plan Options

Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) UMC
No Discounts
EE Only - $5.70
EE & Spouse - $191.15
EE & Children - $134.10
EE & Family - $313.20

2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $5.59
EE & Spouse - $187.33
EE & Children - $131.44
EE & Family - $306.93

4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.48
EE & Spouse - $183.51
EE & Children - $128.75
EE & Family - $300.67

6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.37
EE & Spouse - $179.68
EE & Children - $126.07
EE & Family - $294.40

Core Plan UMC
No Discounts
EE Only - $38.04
EE & Spouse - $297.87
EE & Children - $230.19
EE & Family - $471.79

2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $37.27
EE & Spouse - $291.91
EE & Children - $225.59
EE & Family - $462.35

4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $36.51
EE & Spouse - $285.96
EE & Children - $220.99
EE & Family - $452.92

6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $35.76
EE & Spouse - $280
EE & Children - $216.39
EE & Family - $443.48

Vision
EE Only - $3.16
EE + 1 - $5.05
EE & Family - $8.21

Dental WITH Medical Plan
EE Only - $0.00
EE & Spouse - $13.63
EE & Children - $27.25
EE & Family - $40.88

Dental WITHOUT Medical Plan
EE Only - $13.63
EE & Spouse - $27.26
EE & Children - $40.88
EE & Family - $54.51

Vision
EE Only - $3.16
EE + 1 - $5.05
EE & Family - $8.21

RETIREMENT
Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.

LIFE INSURANCE
Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY
The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY
The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.

RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.

SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM
The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT
Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP)
Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.

EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER
The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.

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