Forensic Interview Specialist

Uintah County, Utah; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

On-site wellness center

Job summary

Uintah County, Utah seeks a part-time Forensic Interview Specialist to conduct developmentally sensitive interviews of children and vulnerable adults using the NICHD Protocol. The role involves collaborating with a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) including law enforcement, DCFS, prosecutors, and medical providers to ensure interviews withstand legal scrutiny.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, plus a preference for 3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, child development, criminal justice, behavioral science, or a closely related field.
• Preference for three years of professional experience in child welfare, criminal justice, forensic interviewing, victim services, or behavioral health.
• Valid Utah driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.
• Willingness to complete NICHD forensic interview training within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmentally sensitive forensic interviews of children and vulnerable adults using NICHD Protocol.
• Collaborate with MDT including law enforcement, DCFS, prosecutors, and medical providers.
• Participate in weekly case staffing, monthly MDT case reviews, and statewide peer reviews.
• Maintain meticulous case documentation and handle recordings under evidentiary standards; provide courtroom testimony when subpoenaed.

Skills

Emotional resilience

Professional boundaries

Self-regulation

NICHD protocol familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

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

Forensic Interview Specialist

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer