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Forensic Interview Specialist (DL) - Honolulu

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Recruitment Number

25-270TO, Forensic Interview Specialist (DL), SR‑22, Honolulu, Oahu.

Requirements of Position

Note: This position requires a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.

Summary of Duties

Conducts developmentally appropriate, video‑recorded forensic interviews alleged child abuse victims and/or child witnesses to crimes; testifies in court; provides training and consultation in forensic interviews; assists with coordination of child abuse cases; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Information about Hawai`i Children's Justice Centers

Information omitted for brevity.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in psychology, child development, social work, criminal justice, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. The education or experience background must demonstrate the ability to write reports, read complex material, perform research, and solve complex problems logically.

Specialized Experience

• Two and one‑half (2‑1/2) years of progressively responsible professional child interviewing experience, including assessments of child abuse and/or child witnesses to crimes of violence.
• Demonstrated ability to display tact, discretion, and capacity for obtaining cooperation and confidence of children.
• Ability to view and deal with sensitive and graphic child abuse information, including crime‑scene photo evidence.
• Use of judgment to collect and assemble facts and related data.
• Logical and objective analysis and evaluation of facts, evidence, and related information to arrive at sound conclusions.
• Ability to present interview findings clearly and concisely in written and oral reports.
• Testification in court in a credible and effective manner.

Non‑Qualifying Experience

• Experience that does not involve training or application of the aforementioned knowledge, abilities, and skills.
• Experience acquired in essentially clerical, para‑professional, or support‑level tasks.

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience

• A master's degree in psychology, child development, social work, criminal justice, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of specialized experience.
• A juris doctor degree may substitute for one (1) year of specialized experience.

Driver's License Requirement

Position requires a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.

Supplemental Information

Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to ...@courts.hawaii.gov, or mailed to the following address: Hawai`i State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813.

Education: If you are using education as a substitute for experience, submit a copy of your official transcripts or diploma at the time of application. If selected, you will need an official transcript (not a copy) indicating completion of the training or awarding of the degree.

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