Investigator I​/II

This classification is scheduled to receive a 5% COLA effective July 2027.

The District Attorney's Office is part of the executive branch of government, supporting and enforcing the laws made by the legislative branch and interpreted by the judicial branch. District Attorney Michael Ramsey and his staff are committed to providing professional service to further the protection of all Butte County residents and visitors. For more information about the Butte County District Attorney's Office, please visit

This recruitment is for level I and level II.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

DEFINITION

Under close supervision (Investigator I) or general supervision (Investigator II), conducts investigations and resolves assigned cases for the District Attorney's office relating to felony, misdemeanor, juvenile, civil, conservatorship and related cases; coordinates with prosecuting attorneys to prepare cases for trial enforces state laws; performs related work as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives close supervision (Investigator I), or general supervision (Investigator II) from an Investigative Lieutenant. Exercises no direct supervision of staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Investigator I:
This is the entry level in the District Attorney’s Investigator series. Positions at this level are not expected to function with the same amount of knowledge or skill level as positions allocated to the Investigator II level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern.

Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.

Investigator II:
This is the journey-level class in the District Attorney’s Investigator series responsible for performing the full range of duties required of the classification. Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

This class is distinguished from Investigative Lieutenant in that the latter is providing supervises assigned staff and for performing investigative work on the more sensitive or complex cases.

Positions in the Investigator class series are flexibly staffed; positions at the II level may be filled by advancement from the I-level; progression to the II-level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications;

and (iv) management approval for progression to the II-level.

Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Plans, directs, and conducts investigations, and follow-up related to a variety of criminal, civil and juvenile cases, including child abuse, code enforcement, narcotics, sexual assault, environmental crimes, consumer fraud, real estate fraud, workers’ compensation fraud and welfare fraud.
• Locates and interviews defendants, complainants, law enforcement officials,…