Forensic Interview Specialist

UINTAH COUNTY; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Grant funded position

Equal employment opportunity employer

Job summary

Uintah County is seeking a part-time Forensic Interview Specialist to conduct developmentally sensitive, NICHD protocol-based forensic interviews of children and vulnerable adults.

The role collaborates with a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), participates in case staffing and reviews, maintains meticulous records, and provides courtroom testimony as needed. Applicants must meet education and training requirements and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, child development, criminal justice, or related field.
• Preference for 3 years of professional experience in child welfare, criminal justice, forensic interviewing, victim services, or behavioral health.
• Must hold a valid Utah driver's license, pass a background check, and complete NICHD forensic interview training within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmentally sensitive forensic interviews using NICHD Protocol.
• Collaborate with MDT including law enforcement, DCFS, prosecutors, and medical providers.
• Participate in weekly case staffing, MDT case reviews, and statewide peer reviews.
• Maintain meticulous case documentation and recordings under evidentiary standards.
• Provide professional courtroom testimony regarding protocol adherence when subpoenaed.

Skills

Forensic interviewing

MDT collaboration

Courtroom testimony

Emotional resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, child development, criminal justice, or related field

Tools

NICHD Protocol

Job description

Status: Part-Time | Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Forensic Interview Specialist

The Forensic Interview Specialist steps into a highly impactful role, conducting specialized, developmentally sensitive, and legally sound forensic interviews of children and vulnerable adults. Core responsibilities center on utilizing the nationally recognized NICHD Protocol to gather accurate information in a neutral, non-leading, and deeply trauma-informed manner. Acting as a critical bridge to justice, this specialist collaborates closely with a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT)---including law enforcement, DCFS, prosecutors, and medical providers---to ensure interview practices withstand strict scrutiny in both investigative and judicial settings.

Additionally, the specialist drives case success by participating in weekly case staffing, monthly MDT case reviews, and statewide peer reviews to maintain the highest standard of quality assurance. Technical and legal duties include maintaining meticulous case documentation, managing recordings under strict evidentiary standards, and providing professional courtroom testimony regarding protocol adherence when subpoenaed. Because this vital work involves regular exposure to emotionally distressing content and child abuse disclosures, candidates must bring a high level of emotional resilience, professional boundaries, and consistent self-regulation.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, child development, criminal justice, behavioral science, or a closely related field. This is supplemented by a preference for three (3) years of professional experience in child welfare, criminal justice, forensic interviewing, victim services, or behavioral health. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered. Applicants must hold a valid Utah driver's license, pass a background check, and be ready to complete a nationally recognized NICHD forensic interview training program within six (6) months of hire.

This part-time position offers competitive hourly pay based on the Uintah County pay scale. All county employees enjoy full access to Uintah County's award-winning wellness program. This includes fun team activities, convenient on-site health fairs and educational seminars, and full access to our premier on-site wellness center equipped with top-tier gym equipment to support your personal health and work-life balance.

*Grant Funded Position*

*AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*