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MyFlorida CAPITAL COLLATERAL REGIONAL COUNSEL, NORTH- INVESTIGATOR - 21015837 in TALLAHASSEE, Florida
CAPITAL COLLATERAL REGIONAL COUNSEL, NORTH- INVESTIGATOR - 21015837
Date: Jul 11, 2024
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301
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Requisition No: 832995
Agency: Justice Administrative Commission
Working Title: CAPITAL COLLATERAL REGIONAL COUNSEL, NORTH- INVESTIGATOR - 21015837
Pay Plan: Capital Collateral
Position Number: 21015837
Salary: $52,000.00 plus DOE
Posting Closing Date: 08/30/2024
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OFFICE OF THE CAPTIAL COLLATERAL REGIONAL COUNSEL NORTHERN REGION
Investigator
Position Number: 015837
Hiring Salary: $52,000.00 plus DOE
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The Office of Capital Collateral Regional Counsel Northern Region is accepting applications for an opening for the full-time position of Investigator to participate in providing post-conviction representation to people on Florida’s Death Row. Investigators are a critical part of our defense team.
POSITION DESCRIPTION :
CCRC-N investigators are responsible for gathering facts and mitigation information about our clients and their cases. General areas of responsibility include locating and interviewing witnesses; writing reports, drafting declarations, serving subpoenas; developing a relationship with clients; interviewing clients’ friends and family members; collecting documents; reviewing trial evidence; and working with attorneys and experts to develop mitigation themes.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:
Investigators must possess a commitment to the defense of death-sentenced individuals; have excellent oral and written communication skills; have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to develop a rapport with people of different backgrounds; be able to work independently and take initiative; be capable of analyzing and communicating complex information; and work well in teams. Performs related work as required. General areas of responsibility include interviewing our clients; locating and interviewing witnesses, family members, experts, law enforcement personnel and others with knowledge of the case or client; locate, gather and organize documents from various offices and agencies; review and research case documents; conduct thorough research into an individual’s family and social history; prepare comprehensive written reports; serve subpoenas; visit crime scenes; review evidence; testify in court; assist attorneys and other office staff in preparation for court proceedings; and other duties as assigned.
The job requires extensive overnight travel, including out of state and working non-traditional hours. This position also requires considerable resourcefulness, creativity, initiative and drive. A commitment to working with indigent clients is a must.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A high school diploma or its equivalent and two years of experience in a related field or as an investigator or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. A background in law, social work, or mental health is a plus. A high level of computer literacy is required, and applicants must be able to organize work and set priorities to meet critical deadlines. This position may require extensive travel. It may also require working beyond business hours, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PREFERENCES:
Applicants should possess fact investigation experience. Capital or post-conviction experience is preferred. Knowledge of the principles and purposes of mitigation is important. A degree and/or experience in social work or a mental health field is desirable. Non-legal prior experience is helpful. Additional requirements and qualifications are computer proficiency; ability to communicate and work well with others; ability to lift boxes and equipment; ability to perform each of the tasks associated with this position. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license.
The salary is $52,000 plus DOE and State of Florida benefits package. Interested applicants must email their resume, a writing sample and one-page cover letter toRobert.Friedman@ccrc-north.org.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee
