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Public Defender's Investigator

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City and County of San Francisco

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United States , San Francisco

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Salary:

113282.00 - 137696.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

This 8142 Public Defender’s Investigator position in the Public Defender’s Office is responsible for conducting comprehensive investigations to support the legal defense of Public Defender clients, including but not limited to those facing misdemeanor and felony charges in the adult and/or juvenile criminal legal systems, immigration, mental health, and post-conviction units.

Job Responsibility:

  • Meet with individuals in the community, county jail, juvenile hall, state and local hospitals, and/or other applicable detention facilities
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold duty of loyalty to the client
  • Perform in-depth investigations across a wide range of criminal and juvenile cases, immigration, mental health and/or post-conviction cases
  • Review case files, documents, electronic recordings, and all evidence
  • Obtain needed records for potential use at hearings and trials
  • Research and obtain relevant information to support the defense
  • Perform administrative tasks
  • Visit crime scenes, develop leads, secure surveillance footage, retrieve video evidence
  • Locate and interview witnesses, crime victims, law enforcement personnel, medical professionals, mental health professionals, community advocates, and family members
  • Transport witnesses and clients to/from court and other locations
  • Serve subpoenas
  • Collect and evaluate physical and material evidence
  • take photographs and measurements
  • conduct background checks
  • Collaborate with attorneys to meet clients, review evidence and develop case strategy
  • Assist in preparation for immigration hearings, post-conviction matters and/or civil hearings for clients with mental health challenges
  • Testify in court regarding interviews conducted, investigative findings, evidence integrity
  • Provide support at court hearings and trials
  • Maintain detailed records of investigation activities
  • Draft comprehensive investigative reports for attorney review
  • Draft other relevant reports for the case

Requirements:

  • One (1) year (2,000 hours) of verifiable experience as a Public Defender’s Investigator, a licensed private investigator, or experience performing investigative work in a professional field, such as law, social justice, media/journalism, public health/welfare, human/civil rights, education, social sciences, public policy, or non-profit work
  • OR Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
  • Possession of a valid CA driver’s license
  • One (1) year (2,000 hours) of verifiable investigator training may substitute for the one (1) year of required experience

Nice to have:

  • Bilingual Spanish or Cantonese speaking
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Proven experience advocating on behalf of individuals in the adult or juvenile criminal justice system
  • Prior experience working as a defense team member supporting immigration, mental health, and/or post-conviction work
  • Strong problem-solving skills and initiative
  • Collaborative and supportive team player
  • Maintains high standards of personal and professional ethics
  • Energetic, creative, and solution-focused
  • Dedicated to treating clients with empathy and respect
  • Works collaboratively to foster a positive and supportive environment
  • Committed to continuous improvement
  • Calm and resilient under pressure

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 26, 2026

Expiration:
February 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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