Field Investigator (Repost) - Lewiston

Location: Lewiston,Maine,United States

Maine Commision on Public Defense Services

Tri-County Region Public Defender Office - Lewiston

Field Investigator (Repost)  

Opening Date: January 30, 2025

Closing Date:  February 13, 2025

Job Class Code: 0067
Grade: 22
Salary: $47,174.40 – $65,832.00/Annualy 
Position Number: 146000076

The Maine Commission on Public Defense Services is seeking to fill one Defense Investigator position in the Tri-County Region Public Defender Office based in Lewiston.

PDS is an independent commission whose purpose is to provide efficient, high-quality representation to indigent citizens who are entitled to counsel at state expense. The Tri-County Region Public Defender Office is comprised of a district defender, six employed defenders and three support staff members, with the possibility that additional positions could be added in the future. The ability to telework at times is available.

JOB DUTIES

The Defense Investigator’s duties will include but are not limited to the following: Collaborate with Defenders to plan and conduct investigations related to misdemeanor and felony cases. Review case information, police reports, photographs, supporting documents, forensic evidence and witness statements to identify needed investigation. Work independently to identify, locate, and record interviews with witnesses, complainants, defendants and others; issue subpoenas and serve legal processes; identify, document, collect, and preserve physical evidence; answer questions and explain court procedures as needed. The defense investigator will be responsible for accurate report writing and other written communications, as well as visiting and documenting crime scenes and physical evidence, and developing exhibits for hearings and trials, as well as testifying in court as a fact witness and as an expert when necessary. The Defense Investigator will need to manage their time and case load efficiently to meet deadlines and conduct timely investigations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A six (6) year combination of education and experience providing paralegal, investigative, mediation, research, and/or analytical skills.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and W