Josie Ceniceros:

"I began my career working with the Ventura County Public Defender as an Assistant Investigator in 1992. When I left the office in 1998 I was a Senior Investigator.

I am now employed with the Marin County Public Defender as the lead investigator. I am also the only Spanish speaking investigator in the Marin Office.

In 1999 I was appointed to fill a vacancy on the DIA Board. Not only

has being on the Board benefited me personally but it has also benefited

my department and my career. I served as President of the association

from 2003-2004. I was in the first graduating class of D.I.T.A. in 2001

and have been able to testify that I have a Certificate in Criminal

Defense Investigation. I am currently on the website committee.

It has been a truly rewarding experience to be a member of the Board of Directors for DIA. Not only has the training been exceptional but I have met many wonderful investigators throughout the state and have forged many new friendships."