Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00122

Department: Prosecuting Attorney

Division: Investigator's Unit

Job classification: Investigator IV

Posting type: Open

Categories: Investigative, Professional, Criminology

Independently conducts complete investigations of felony and misdemeanor cases being considered and/or readied for prosecution; gathers supporting information, evidence, and facts to clarify and substantiate law enforcement agency's findings; prepares reports; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed 06/30/2027 with the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney - Investigator's Unit in Hilo. May be eligible to receive a $3,000 Recruitment Incentive. Conditions apply.

(Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.)

This Investigator IV, SR-22 position is a career ladder position. The next level in the series is Investigator V, SR-24, $5,527 - $6,728/month. Persons hired into career ladder positions must meet minimum qualifications for the next level in the career ladder series, perform work at the higher level, and meet performance requirements to move to the next level in the career ladder series.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Examples of duties

• Independently conducts complete investigations regarding felony and misdemeanor cases being considered and/or readied for prosecution under general supervision.
• Assists higher level investigators and deputies in conducting investigations of major scope and complexity.
• Investigates violations and complaints regarding local ordinances, codes, and regulations.
• Researches laws and regulations; conducts field investigations; obtains and analyzes additional, clarifying, or substantiating information, evidence, and facts.
• Checks background of suspects and checks for career criminal classification, sentencing information and pardons.
• Interviews and interrogates complainants and suspects.
• Secures, interviews, and interrogates witnesses; may be required to travel by car or plane to meet with witnesses.
• Serves as armed escort for transporting prisoners or defendants from other jurisdictions; processes and serves legal papers; may arrest individuals served.
• Prepares reports on findings with recommendation; makes recommendations as to weight of evidence and reliability and credibility of witnesses.
• Prepares data, diagrams, photographs, audio recordings, computer presentation, and case materials for presentation in court.
• Assists with presentation of cases before the grand jury and during trials, hearings, and other judicial proceedings.
• Testifies in court; produces and identifies physical evidence.
• Assists the Prosecuting Attorney and deputies in processing various legal instruments.
• Acts as liaison between victim(s), witness(es), and the criminal justice agencies.
• Performs liaison activities between the agency and other local and/or federal agencies engaging in law enforcement activities.
• Maintains and operates firearms and other non-lethal weapons; may operate various types of specialized investigative equipment.
• Operates a vehicle for work-related travel.
• Maintains files; monitors outstanding arrest warrants issued in Hawai'i County.

Qualifications

Training and Experience:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and
• 21 years of age at time of filing, and
• two (2) years of criminal investigation experience* from either a county, state, federal, or military agency, and
• must be qualified to carry and/or possess firearm or ammunition in accordance with state and federal laws, e.g. no misdemeanor or felony domestic violence conviction.

License Requirement:

• possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)

*Criminal investigation experience means having the experience in investigating statutory crimes, i.e. burglary, theft, or assault, from the initial report of the crime to its prosecution.

Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application.)

Note Successful completion of the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney’s firearm qualification program is required prior to the completion of probation.

Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of: Investigational methods and techniques; the rules of evidence and laws of arrest; apprehension and arrest techniques; legal system, court procedures, legal instruments, and legal terminology; the jurisdiction and functions of the various law enforcement and governmental agencies and departments; interviewing methods and interrogation techniques; characteristics of human behavior and basic elements of criminal behavior; report writing; and the geographic, economic, social, and racial composition of the community.

Ability to: Interpret laws, rules, and regulations; apply investigating principles and techniques, including the criminal rules of evidence and search and seizure laws; make sound observations, remember facts, and give testimony based thereon; gather, analyze, and evaluate facts and data; prepare clear and concise reports; qualify to use firearms; scrutinize behavior of individuals and situations; understand the psychology of human behavior; and maintain professionalism and deal effectively with the public, office staff, and representatives of governmental and non-governmental agencies.

Physical and Age Requirements: All persons applying for positions in this class shall be at least 21 years of age. Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

Benefits of County Employment The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
• Credit Union Membership
• Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.

Supplemental information

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required

• an official college transcript,
• a valid driver's license,
• a temporary assignment verification,
• professional licenses, and/or
• certificates.

Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

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