Investigator

**Do Not Apply Online** To Apply - Email a cover letter and resume to Jessica B. Martin, HR & Program Manager:

Jessica.b.martin@vermont.gov

Complex investigation into the conditions of confinement for incarcerated individuals in Vermont for the Office of the Defender General.

Provides investigation into conditions of incarceration. Works with incarcerated individuals, Prisoners' Rights attorneys, and staff for the Department of Corrections (DOC) to resolve concerns when possible. Provides investigative support to attorneys when resolution of concerns is not possible and litigation is necessary. Duties are performed with a high degree of independence, but require excellent teamwork with attorneys, staff, and other investigators. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Managing Attorney and staff attorneys, as individual cases may require. Prisoners' Rights is a rewarding but demanding line of work that requires navigating the complicated needs of incarcerated individuals while also developing rapport with DOC staff to help achieve the best result possible for clients. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Meeting with incarcerated individuals remotely and in person to address concerns.
• Helping incarcerated individuals to grieve concerns to provide a foundation for litigation.
• Visiting facilities to monitor and document the conditions of confinement.
• Develop relationships with DOC staff to facilitate resolution of concerns when possible.
• Reviewing disciplinary, medical, and other records to understand concerns raised by incarcerated individuals to address those concerns and/or prepare for litigation.
• Assisting with preparation of parole violation hearings and all forms of litigation regarding conditions of confinement (topics ranging from classification decisions, to actions for medical care, to challenges to disciplinary sanctions).
• Becoming familiar and knowledgeable with DOC policies to help advise incarcerated individuals on how to address concerns they may have.

Minimum: $29.15 Maximum: $45.58

The salary range reflects the minimum rate and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade.

Education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: Four years of professional investigation work, or experience as required by the Defender General. Additional work experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a six month per semester basis. Knowledge of Vermont's criminal justice system is ideal. Work location may be flexible because this is a position that requires field work, but an applicant must be willing to travel to facilities throughout the state on a regular basis.