Commonwealth of Kentucky

Public Advocate Investigator

Commonwealth of Kentucky  •  $39k - $59k/yr  •  Kentucky (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

 

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7/17/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

2603361

Public Advocate Investigator

Pay Grade
13

Salary

$39,284.88 - $58,927.20 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy

Location

123 E Court Street
Prestonsburg, KY 41653 USA

Description

Do you enjoy getting to the bottom of things and figuring out what the other side of the story is? Are you a
motivated self-starter who enjoys interacting with people, thinking critically, and facing new challenges in a
fast-paced work environment? Then you might be the perfect fit as a Public Advocate Investigator I in the
Prestonsburg Trial Office of the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy.

The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy is the Commonwealth’s largest criminal defense firm and is tasked
with representing people who are charged with both felonies and misdemeanors.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Conducting investigations on behalf of our attorneys and our clients.
  • Locating and interviewing clients, witnesses, and prospective witnesses.
  • Conducting background searches.
  • Serving Subpoenas.
  • Preparing exhibits and testifying in court.
  • Searching for, preserving, and transmitting physical evidence for examination.
  • Locating and obtaining documents.
  • Writing reports and memorandum.
  • Assisting the team in formulation of the defense theory.
  • Other duties as assigned or needed.

Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following:

  • Strong planning and organization skills.
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Compassion for our clients and commitment to our mission are musts.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Two years experience in law enforcement, general investigation or a related field of investigation.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
Additional education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Interviews are often conducted in prisons, low-income housing and unfamiliar or confrontational settings. May work irregular hours due to nature of investigative work. Extensive travel is required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Frank Riley at frank.riley@ky.gov or 833-514-8977.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Commonwealth of Kentucky

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Frankfort, Kentucky
Year Founded
1792
Website
kentucky.gov
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