Investigator - Northampton/Pittsfield - Children & Family Law Division/Youth Advocacy Division
On-sitePittsfield, Massachusetts, United States
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeAssociates DegreeSmall
Full TimeAssociates DegreeSmall
Job Summary
Conduct investigations and prepare trial materials for defense attorneys in care and protection, guardianship, delinquency, and youthful offender cases. Locate and interview witnesses, document crime scenes, and review police reports and statements. Prepare oral and written reports, conduct surveillance, and utilize databases and social media to obtain facts. Serve summonses, arrange witness court appearances, and develop defense strategies for indigent clients. Work independently and outside normal business hours as needed to maintain open lines of communication with agencies and attorneys.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree with coursework in criminal justice, forensics, law or related area of study
- A minimum of three years of experience in juvenile or criminal defense investigations or a related investigative field which primarily involves the interviewing of persons, obtaining facts, inspection of records and writing reports
- An equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills
- A valid and active Massachusetts driver's license
- Full access to a dependable automobile
- Access to home internet access sufficient to work remotely
- A bachelor's degree (substitutable for up to 2 years of investigatory experience)
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