Job Description

Job Posting Information

---------------------------


The Lancaster County Public Defender is seeking a dedicated Investigator to support criminal and civil proceedings. In this role, you will apply investigative methods to interview witnesses, gather physical evidence, and conduct scene investigations, including taking measurements and photographing crime scenes or evidence. Investigators also perform other tasks on behalf of attorneys, using initiative and resourcefulness in all assigned duties.


We are looking for someone with strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. Experience in criminal investigations or related fields is preferred.


Join us to make a meaningful impact in your community while working in a supportive, mission-driven environment that offers professional growth and competitive benefits.


Minimum Qualifications/Necessary Special Requirements:
Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent supplemented by additional coursework in criminal justice or related field, and at least 2 years of experience in law enforcement; or equivalent.



Necessary Specialist Requirement: Employees in this class must have the ability to obtain a private investigator license from the State of Nebraska or be designated as a Special Deputy State Sheriff pursuant to State statute, within six (6) months of employment.



Work hours:

8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with possible overtime on nights and weekends

We value each Lancaster County employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position:

Pay increases

are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance. We encourage

a healthy work-life balance

by offering 10 days of vacation leave and 13 days of sick leave that begin accruing upon hire; plus 11 paid holidays and up to 16 hours of non-cumulative personal holidays per year. All

medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family

begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait! 30 days of

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Programs

offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching. Up to 3 days of

Funeral and Bereavement

Leave $30,000 of

Life Insurance

401(a) Retirement Plan

. When you make an 8% contribution, the County will match your contribution 100%. Employer provided

Post Employment Health Plan

for eligible medical expenses after you leave County employment. Optional benefits include: + Medical and/or Dependent Care

Flexible Spending Accounts

+

Allstate Voluntary Plans

+

Supplemental Term Life

+

Deferred Compensation Plans