Investigator

About the Position

As an integral member of our public safety team, this Investigator role will primarily support the Family Law (Child Support Enforcement) division's investigations. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in case preparation, investigation, and courtroom readiness—championing accountability, integrity, and justice for our community.

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This position will assist Deputy District Attorneys in all phases of case preparation and trial as a sworn police officer responsible to plan and conduct investigations into a variety of cases.

Key Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with Deputy District Attorneys and law enforcement to evaluate and prepare cases for trial.
• Plan and conduct thorough investigations in areas such as public corruption, major fraud, missing persons, or estate and child support enforcement.
• Assist with or perform arrests, serve subpoenas and warrants, transport detainees, and provide courtroom and courthouse security.
• Develop exhibits and trial materials that meet evidentiary standards and clearly support legal strategy.
• Locate and coordinate the appearance of witnesses, experts, or uncooperative parties—ensuring their testimony is accessible and preserved.
• Analyze records, affidavits, and statements; collect, preserve, and document physical and digital evidence consistent with rules of evidence.
• Draft or support filing of search warrants and reports, summarizing findings clearly in written form for legal review and court use.
• Testify in court or before grand juries as needed, presenting findings professionally and accurately.
• Locate absent parents and assets.
• Gather information and evidence regarding a parent's ability to pay support through computer inquiries, phone contacts, interviews and other law enforcement agencies.
• Research payments and distribution; and confirm information for attorneys.

About the Division

Chris Parosa is Lane County's elected district attorney. His office is responsible for the prosecution of all crimes in Lane County Circuit Court. Divisions in the District Attorney's Office include Criminal, Family Law (Child Support Enforcement), Juvenile  Law. Death Investigations, and Victim Services.

Our Mission :   Strive to improve public safety and quality of life by prosecuting the guilty, protecting the innocent, securing the appropriate support for children and families, and determining the cause and manner of death in all cases of traumatic or unattended death.

Schedule :   Monday - Friday; 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm.

Training and Experience

Notes :

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.