Part Time Investigator

full-time; 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday; partial teleworking schedule may be available in accordance with Division policies.

This position performs entry-level investigative and case support work to assist prosecutors in the preparation and processing of criminal cases. Work involves reviewing case materials, preparing routine investigative documents, processing digital and physical evidence, coordinating basic victim and witness communications, and completing procedural tasks that support case development. Employees in this classification work under established guidelines and receive close coordination and direction from prosecutors or senior investigators. NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. The State’s Attorney’s Office strives to ensure equal opportunities and access for its workforce, applicants, and community members.

The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)

Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending

Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care

100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit

County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program

Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

Collect and file document requests

Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.

Associate's degree in criminal justice, criminology, public administration, or a related field

Minimum of 1 year of work experience in criminal justice, criminology, or a related field

Substitutions for the above-listed required education and experience is a High School Diploma with 3 years work experience as described above.

Skilled in the use of applicable computer programs, software, and databases

Skilled in legal writing

Ability to review and interpret police reports and charging documents

Experience in the criminal investigation unit of a law enforcement agency

Work experience in a State's Attorney's Office

An evaluation of training and experience

Pre-employment background investigation conducted by the Frederick County State's Attorney's Office

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Retirement Plan
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.

Dental Insurance
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment.

NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre‑tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out‑of‑pocket medical expenses. Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co‑payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance
A Supplemental Life Insurance is also offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and their dependents.

Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Educational Reimbursement Program
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may apply for education reimbursement for courses that can improve or develop an employee's capabilities related to their current job or for a promotional opportunity within Frederick County Government. Employee Assistance Program
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job‑related issue or concern.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

NOTE: Regular benefited part‑time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro‑rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, and Military.

Holidays
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.

For additional information on Frederick County Government's benefits package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at

All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.

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