Posting number: 2609-284-3849
Department: Office of Public Defender
Job classification: Investigator
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Legal, Law Enforcement, Investigative
Kent County Office of the Public Defender provides holistic defense services to indigent defendants in Kent County. At this time, we are seeking to hire an Investigator. Work is performed under general supervision in this team-oriented office.
In this professional role, responsibilities include:
Investigators at the Office are integral parts of the defense team who demonstrate a commitment to serving marginalized persons and communities.
-Associates degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, sociology, legal studies, or other relevant field.
-One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in criminal justice investigations; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
-Valid Michigan driver’s license and have access to transportation for the performance of job duties.
-Demonstrated commitment to criminal justice, indigent defense, racial equity, and social justice issues.
-Fluency in one or more languages used by various communities in addition to English is preferred.
*Notices will come via email so please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application*
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Located in West Michigan, Kent County is the fourth largest population center in Michigan. Covering 864 square miles, the County is home to more than 650,000 people. The County provides a wide and varied range of services to residents. The services include mandated services (i.e. law enforcement, correctional facility, justice system, public health, drain maintenance, general government, elections administration, equalization, and solid waste management) and discretionary functions (i.e. parks, zoo, airport, economic development, property description and mapping, and extension services). As public servants, our employees are committed to making a difference; they value the importance of their work. The excellence of their work is visible throughout our community. Kent County recognizes the individual needs of its citizens. To best service their needs, Kent County is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, well-qualified workforce that is understanding and responsive to the changing needs of the community.
