PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 20TH CIRCUIT- INVESTIGATOR I - 21014216

Requisition No: 867400 

Agency: Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title: PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 20TH CIRCUIT- INVESTIGATOR I - 21014216

 Pay Plan: Public Defndrs JAC

Position Number: 21014216 

Salary:  $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 06/22/2026 

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Are you looking for a rewarding role within an organization where you can earn competitive compensation and have access to a comprehensive benefits package? The Law Offices of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit, may be the place for you! The agency is seeking qualified applicants for an Investigator I position.

 

The starting salary for the position is $40,000 to $45,000 annually, dependent upon experience and qualifications.

 

To learn more about the Law Offices of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/company/office-of-the-public-defender-20th-judicial-circuit/ or www.pd20.org.

 

To learn more about benefits offered to eligible employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

 

The agency strongly encourages applicants to attach a resume, as well as 2 - 3 professional references.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

 

The primary responsibility of an Investigator is conducting investigations of felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile cases, and supporting the agency’s attorneys in preparing their client’s defense. Duties include, but are not limited to:

 

• Conducting field investigations.
• Photographing evidence and crime scenes and preparing related diagrams/charts/graphs as requested by the attorney.
• Requesting records from various agencies and organizations and obtaining releases from clients as necessary in order to request the appropriate records.
• Overseeing investigative requests from attorneys within the agency in a timely manner.
• Locating and interviewing witnesses and obtaining statements if requested by the attorney.
• Locating clients in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Questioning individuals and gathering and analyzing information in support of potential defenses.
• Interviewing clients, including clients in jail.
• Interviewing juvenile clients in juvenile detention.
• Serving subpoenas.
• Testifying and presenting evidence in court.
• Transporting clients on an occasional basis.
• Documenting work using the agency’s database.
• Communicating with defendants requesting the agency’s services and collaborating with them to complete an application for services.
• Performing background checks.
• Communicating effectively with various agencies within the criminal justice system as needed (e.g. Clerk of Court, jail facilities).
• Attending First Appearance hearings for newly arrested clients in an effort to proactively identify cases where investigation is needed, or immediate action is required.
• Performing related work and other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Ability to:

 

To effectively perform the duties of an Investigator, individuals must be able to demonstrate a number of competencies that are essential to the position, which include: 

 

• Display high standards of ethical conduct, including professional ethics relating to confidentiality, attorney-client privilege, and relationships.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Demonstrate strong work ethic and commitment to the mission o