Standards Specialist
Core
Conduct on-site monitoring and investigations of correctional facilities to ensure compliance with minimum standards for care, custody, and treatment.
Role type
Standards Specialist (Monitor)
Builds
Compliance reports, incident investigations, and technical assistance for facility administrators
Domain
Public sector / Criminal justice / Corrections
Required skills
Qualitative and quantitative research, report writing, statistical analysis, regulatory compliance analysis, incident investigation, technical assistance, data analysis
Preferred skills
Spanish language proficiency, experience in government or nonprofit sectors, experience with criminal justice policy, knowledge of NYC jails
Technologies
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Conduct regular tours of jails, court pens, and hospital wards; investigate serious incidents like deaths or escapes; analyze compliance with minimum standards and consent decrees; prepare written reports on surveys and investigations; provide technical assistance to administrators; process appeals from people in custody.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC