JOB OPPORTUNITY BULLETIN
Listing Date: April 22, 2025
Deadline to Apply: May 31, 2025
Job Title: Investigator
Department: Public Defender’s Office
Job Type: Full-Time
To Apply: Submit a resume to: publicdefender@lamarcountyms.gov
Position Summary: See Job Description Below
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the essential function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Investigator
DEPARTMENT: Public Defender’s Office
REPORTS TO: Public Defender
SALARY: $55,000.00
JOB OBJECTIVE: The position of Investigator consists of investigating and assisting the Public Defender in the representation of indigent clients in Lamar County, along with other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Review case files for those clients assigned to the office to determine the need for additional investigation.
- Meet and/or speak with clients as needed to discuss their respective cases and to determine and locate possible witnesses and evidence.
- Interview witnesses to corroborate or refute evidence.
- Obtain various records as necessary to assist in the defense of or the mitigation of cases.
- Serve subpoenas for records or court appearances as necessary.
- Conduct research as may be required for the specific needs of cases.
- To be available for and assist attorney(s) in court proceedings.
- To answer phone calls, schedule appointments and perform other clerical duties as may be needed.
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:
- Utilize a computer to assess available information regarding clients from the jail management system and/or Circuit Court screen, or
- Utilize a computer to type letters, forms and any other documents that may be
- Perform other related duties as required
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
_ Knowledge of court procedures and practices
_ Ability to access computer information contained in the court screens and from the jail management system
_ Skill in the operation of office equipment and computers
_ Ability to use various computer software programs, such as, word processing
_ Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
_ Ability to maintain confidential information
_ Ability to perform research both electronically and in the field
_ Ability to interact effectively with employees in other units of the organization, other departments, management, outside agencies and/or the general public
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Mississippi Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for duration of employment in this position.
Preference will be given to individuals who are certified law enforcement officials.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical activities marked below are representative of those that will be required on a regular basis to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
YES NO
| Work involves lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying 40 pounds or more | X | |
| Work involves the operation of earth-moving equipment or commercial motor vehicles | X | |
| Work involves the operation of non-commercial motor vehicles | X | |
| Work involves the operation of tools such as axes, shovels, sling blades, etc. | X | |
| Work involves the operation of motorized equipment such as chain saws, power saws, jackhammers, lawn mowers, tractor | X | |
| Work involves climbing or running | X | |
| Work involves stooping, bending, twisting, or reaching out in unusual positions | X | |
| Works above ground or floor level, such as on stools or ladders | X | |
| Works in a relatively high average temperature over a long period of time | X | |
| Work involves considerable physical exertion of the whole body over a long period of time | X | |
| Work requires near vision (20 inches or less) | X | |
| Work requires distance vision (20 feet or more) | X | |
| Work involves the detection of color differences | X | |
| Work involves determination of the correct location of a sound, such as footsteps | X | |
| Work involves hearing and understanding conversation or sounds | X |
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job.
YES NO
| Outdoor Weather Conditions | X | |
| Wet, Humid Conditions (non-weather) | X | |
| Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts | X | |
| Work in High, Precarious Places | X | |
| Fumes or Dust | X | |
| Toxic or Caustic Chemicals | X | |
| Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90º F.) | X | |
| Low Noise (e.g., business office) | X | |
| Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers) | X | |
| Loud Noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment) | X |
Lamar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are also in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act. The County is committed to being a fair and non-discriminatory employer.