Investigator - Worcester - Children & Family Law Division/Youth Advocacy Division
On-siteWorcester, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Conduct defense investigations and trial preparation for staff attorneys in Care and Protection, Children Requiring Assistance, Guardianship of Minors, Delinquency, and Youthful Offender criminal cases. Locate and interview witnesses, document crime scenes, and perform surveillance while measuring, diagramming, and photographing locations. Obtain facts by searching databases, social media, and public records, and prepare oral and written reports based on interviews and information gathered. Serve summonses on witnesses, arrange their court appearances, and maintain open lines of communication with attorneys regarding investigative updates and case strategy. Evaluate individuals and factual situations to aid in preparing defenses, review police reports and witness statements, and develop familiarity with Massachusetts child welfare and criminal laws. Work independently and outside normal business hours as needed, reporting to the Attorney in Charge of the CAFL and YAD Worcester Offices.
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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