Job description
The Adult Prosecution division of the Hennepin County Attorney's Office is seeking Investigators to provide support to all complex financial crimes cases, including embezzlement, wage theft, construction fraud, labor trafficking, and vulnerable adult financial abuse.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.
Location and hours:
New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022 to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable upon completion of 6 months of employment.
About these position types:
These are full-time, benefit earning positions.
These positions are internally classified as Investigator
Click here to view the job classification specification.
- Review cases that the police send in for possible charging.
- Provide further investigation on cases as needed.
- Prioritize cases based on statute of limitation and other priorities regarding investigation.
- Provide input to the prosecutor(s) regarding what evidence is present and what areas need more investigation.
- Collect, protect, preserve physical evidence and maintain chain of custody to ensure the admissibility of evidence in court proceedings.
- Consult on cases for other jurisdictions/agencies wondering about how to proceed.
- Develop and present law enforcement trainings, and community presentations.
One of the following:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in criminal justice, law enforcement, business/public administration, sociology, psychology and/or a closely related field and one year or more of investigation or law enforcement experience.
- Associate's degree in one of the above fields and three years or more of investigation or law enforcement experience.
- Five years or more of investigation or law enforcement experience.
- Experience:
- Conducting internet research and investigations using a variety of computer data base systems.
- Taking digital photographs and video; preparing diagrams, exhibits, and using digital media.
- Processing complex financial records and summarizing financial data.
- Working in an accounting or finance environment.
- Working in Law Enforcement.
- Ability to:
- Communicate effectively utilizing this skill and expertise in subpoena services and witness interviews.
- Evaluate cases based on facts, investigation, liability, analysis and experience.
- Conduct legal research and remain current on relevant case law.
- Calmly and professionally interact with people on the telephone and in person.
- Confidently defend investigative support cases when called upon to testify in court.
- Effectively manage a demanding workload with frequently changing priorities.
The mission of the County Attorney's Office is to serve justice and public safety through our commitment to ethical prosecution, crime prevention, and through innovative and reasoned client representation.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals - that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.
Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.
Final candidates may be required to complete a background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jeffrey Smith-Sharp
jeffrey.smith-sharp@hennepin.us
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed – not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't – including:
- Meaningful work
- Public service
- Competitive pay
- Work-life balance
- Generous benefits
- Opportunities to grow
- Commitment to your success
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Employee Benefits Summary
Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) .
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