Career Opportunity

Chief District Attorney Investigator (8556)

Recruitment: RTF0138859-01118304

Published: October 02, 2023

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About:

Pertinent Recruitment Information:

• Application Opening: October 2, 2023
• Application Deadline: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time, but no earlier than October 13, 2023.
• Appointment Type: Permanent-Exempt (PEX). Pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Charter, Section 10.104.13. Any person occupying a position under exempt appointment shall not be subject to civil service selection, appointment, and removal procedures. Exempt employees shall serve at the discretion of the appointing officer.

Role description

About the Office: The San Francisco District Attorney's Office (SFDA) is one of the premier law enforcement organizations in the United States. Our mission is to collaborate with the City’s diverse communities and law enforcement agencies to make San Francisco one of the safest cities in America. Our office engages in public education and crime prevention efforts while maintaining the traditional role of investigating, charging, and prosecuting all criminal violations occurring within the City and County of San Francisco. The unparalleled opportunities for challenging, meaningful, and sophisticated work have consistently drawn top candidates to our office over the years.

About the Bureau of Investigations: SFDA’s Bureau of Investigations is composed of sworn peace officers (District Attorney Investigator/DAI) who work closely with our prosecutors to prepare and organize cases for court.

DAIs work in either the Trial Preparation Unit or the Special Prosecutions Unit within the SFDA. Investigators within the Trial Preparation Unit work closely with trial attorneys in the criminal division to supplement investigation in cases or, in some instances, build cases from the ground up. Their work ranges from serving subpoenas, reviewing and preparing criminal history reports, to conducting interviews of key witnesses and identifying and tracking down key pieces of evidence. Investigators assigned to the Special Prosecutions Unit provide similar types of support for cases involving fraud, public integrity, justice integrity, elder abuse, environmental, and consumer fraud.

Investigators also perform a variety of other duties, including but not limited to witness protection and relocation in cases where there is significant threat of retaliation; responding to family child abductions; conducting forensic analysis of computer and electronic evidence, and providing dignitary protection for high profile individuals.

About the Position: With general direction from the District Attorney, the Chief District Attorney Investigator will direct, plan, organize and oversee all functions of the Bureau of Investigations. Additionally, the Chief Investigator may participate in investigations of unusual complexity or of a highly confidential or sensitive nature. The essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Supervises and participates in a wide variety of criminal and intelligence investigative activities; plans, assigns and coordinates the work of personnel assigned to the Bureau of Investigation in the District Attorney's Office.
• Interprets, enforces, and coordinates policies and procedures relating to the investigative activities of the Bureau; makes reports and recommendations to the District Attorney; may assist the District Attorney in developing new methods and policies regarding investigative matters.
• Assist and oversee investigators providing support to attorneys preparing and presenting criminal cases in court; advises attorneys on the presentation of physical evidence; testifies in court as an expert on criminal investigative matters.
• Participates in the preparation of the budget for the Bureau of Investigation; compiles data and makes recommendations on personnel and equipment needs; oversee and implement management strategies aimed at providing excellent services within the confines of the Department’s budget.
• Evaluates investigative personnel and makes recommendations to the District Attorney on recruitment, hiring, promotion and discharge of investigative personnel; develops and institutes training programs for investigators.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with other law enforcement and criminal justice agencies; represents the District Attorney at conferences and seminars relating to a variety of criminal justice system activities.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How to qualify

Education and Experience: [A] Possession of some combination of education of the collegiate level in criminology, penology, police science or a closely related field and responsible criminal investigative experience totaling ten (10) years, of which (2) years must include supervisory experience; AND

License and Certification: [B] Possession of California P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Basic (or higher) Certificate (pursuant to California Penal Code Section 830.1); AND

[C] Possession of a valid California Driver’s license prior to appointment and meet and maintain driving requirements for the City & County of San Francisco.

Desirable Qualifications: Knowledge of the Peace Officer Bill of Rights Act (POBRA).

Condition of Employment: Security Clearance. Candidates for employment with the District Attorney’s Office are required to undergo a background investigation to determine suitability for employment in the classification and Office. Failure to maintain security clearance may be the basis for termination from employment with the District Attorney’s Office.

Selection Procedure: Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience.  Additional screening mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine candidates’ qualifications.  Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Office will be invited to participate in the selection process.  Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement in the process.  Additional supplemental materials may be requested during the recruitment process.

What else should I know?

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.