Investigator I-II (DA)

Salary : $71,697.60 - $110,198.40 AnnuallyLocation : Throughout Adams and Broomfield Counties, COJob Type: Regular Full-timeJob Number: 2026-07367Department: District AttorneyDivision: District Attorney's OfficeOpening Date: 02/11/2025Closing Date: ContinuousOur Mission: The mission of the District Attorneys Office is to keep the community safe and to make the criminal justice system better through the fair and ethical prosecution of criminal offenders, while seeking justice for victims of crime.EEO: Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.Position classification: Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite. What Success Looks Like In This JobThe mission of the District Attorney's Office is to keep the community safe and to make the criminal justice system better through the fair and ethical prosecution of criminal offenders, while seeking justice for victims of crime.The mission of the District Attorney's Office is to create a safer community through positive partnerships with law enforcement and other community members, earn and hold the trust and respect of the citizens that we are privileged and honored to serve, pursue justice through the fair and ethical prosecutions of criminal offenders, and seek justice for victims of crime. The District Attorney's Office seeks an Investigator to advance the mission of the DA's Office. Investigators perform a variety of semi-complex and complex investigations of felony and misdemeanor crimes for the Office of the District Attorney. The Department has elected to consider a range of experience for this vacancy. A candidate's qualifications will determine the level at which they are hired.Investigator I: assists deputy district attorneys with follow up work and investigation of felony and misdemeanor cases filed by law enforcement agencies. Work consists of locating necessary witnesses and victims to serve subpoenas, interviewing witnesses, writing thorough reports, preparing and reviewing criminal histories, and other tasks as needed. Duties for an Investigator I also include transportation of witnesses, and personal security detail for District Attorney staff.Investigator II: conducts pre and post-case filing investigations of complicated felony and misdemeanor cases on behalf of the District Attorney. Works collaboratively with deputy district attorney staff in follow-up work and investigation of cases, including interviewing witnesses, writing thorough reports, preparing warrants and productions of record, collecting and analyzing evidence, and filing criminal cases. Serves "on call" at assigned times to assist the office in after-hours tasks. Assists in the investigation of homicide and other complex or high-profile cases as assigned.Salary Ranges:Investigator I: $73,131.58 to $106,040.79 annually ($35.159 to $50.981 hourly)Investigator II: $77,519.48 to $112,403.24 annually ($37.269 to $54.040 hourly)To be successful, our candidate should have the following knowledge, skill, and abilities:A commitment to working with integrity keeping our community safe and making our criminal justice system better.Considerable knowledge of civil and criminal law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, statutes and ordinance applicable to the 17th Judicial District of Colorado. Ability to perform all peace officer related duties; Excellent oral communication skills for working collaboratively with supervisors, Deputy District Attorneys, colleagues and for interviewing witnessesOutstanding writing skills for writing thorough, well-documented reportsAbility to act/react in stressful and/or threatening situations and ability to operate vehicles, equipment and firearms utilized in investigative work.Ability to conduct complicated investigations of felony and misdemeanor crimes under general supervisionsAbility to conduct interviews of victims and witnesses to crime;Ability to research, categorize and analyze considerable amounts of data as required; Ability to prepare, write and complete accurate reports. Ability to be flexible to meet the demands and needs of the position. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, attorneys, suspects, witnesses, other police agencies, personnel and the general publicPhysical Demands - Employees are required toAbility to carry a firearm and qualify with the firearm on a quarterly basisAbility to sit for extended periods of timeAbility to stand, walk, and climb stairs while maintaining proper balanceAbility to see near (2') and far (20') with or without the use of prescription eyewearCapable of wearing personal protective equipment to include eye and ear protectionWork Environment - Employees may be exposed to or come in contact with: Infectious and contagious diseaseThe risk of blood borne diseaseHousekeeping/cleaning agentNoxious odorInclement weather conditions to include hot and cold temperaturesUnruly or confrontational peopleHigh noise conditions (i.e. firearms range - Hearing Protection is requiredHazardous air borne particulates (To include lead when at the firearms range)Examples of Duties for Success Ability to perform duties of a peace officer; ability to act/react in stressful and/or threatening situations; ability to control unruly and resistive individuals; ability to operate vehicles, firearms, and other issued equipment during investigative procedures.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, fellow workers, attorneys, court officials, witnesses, other law enforcement agencies, and the general public.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to utilize effective interpersonal skills.Proficiency with computer software programs and search engines Ability to tolerate exposure to the elements; ability to climb, stoop, crouch, kneel, and stay on feet for extended periods of time; ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; ability to operate office and investigative equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, FAX machines, still and video cameras and audio/visual recording equipment.May travel throughout the metro area to serve personal legal process such as subpoenas or other legal notices to witnesses & defendants of cases handled by the District Attorney. Further duties include establishing, as necessary, the location of persons to be served through standardized procedures (e.g. publicly accessible databases, as well as private resources available only to law enforcement). Qualifications for Success Minimum 2 years of previous law enforcement experience, must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License, Certification as a Colorado Peace Officer and minimally qualified as a marksman to established unit standards. State law requires a physical examination and a psychological evaluation of an applicant be completed before an applicant may be appointedExcellent writing and oral communication skills. Preference for ability to read, write, and speak Spanish.Preference for previous law enforcement experience as an investigator/detective NOTE: Cover Letter and Resume: To be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume MUST be attached to the application. Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.Click to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!Benefits You Expect: AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance Deferred Compensation Plan Dental/Vision/Medical Plans Generous Vacation/Sick leave Long-Term Disability Retirement Plan Short-Term DisabilityPlus some you might not expect: Employee Assistance Program Employee Fitness Center Employee Health Clinics Flexible Work Schedules Recreation Center Discounts Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs Wellness programs Lactation friendly certified workplace01 A requirement of this position is that you are Colorado P.O.S.T. certified. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No 02 Do you have at least 2 years of sworn law enforcement experience? Yes No 03 We are seeking a candidate who has 1-5 years experience that includes work as an investigator or detective. Please briefly describe your relevant experience. Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02