Investigative Consultant I
Core
Former law enforcement investigators providing expert consultation, support, and training to Child Protective Services (CPS) staff on complex child abuse, neglect, and missing youth cases.
Role type
Senior IC investigative consultant (child welfare)
Builds
Expert case analysis, missing youth location strategies, and investigative training for CPS staff
Domain
Child welfare / Juvenile justice / Law enforcement
Deliverable
client delivery | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Law enforcement investigation, complex case analysis, missing person tracking, court testimony, training delivery, background checks, database navigation, field visits, stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience in Special Victims, Forensics, Homicide, Domestic Violence, or Missing Persons units
Technologies
Investigative databases, public records systems, criminal background check tools
Responsibilities
Accompany CPS on difficult home visits; conduct and document interviews with children and families; testify in court; train CPS staff on investigation techniques and safety; conduct background checks and analyze data to locate missing youth; collaborate with law enforcement for safe returns.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC