Investigator (Time-Limited)

The ACLU of Northern California is an enduring guardian of justice, fairness, equality, and freedom, working to protect and advance civil rights and civil liberties for all Californians.

The ACLU of Northern California (ACLU NorCal) seeks an Investigator to join our San Francisco office for a 5-year time limited term. The Investigator’s time will focus on the rights of unhoused people during encampment clearances and support and advance the work of the Legal Advocacy Department. 

The role will include significant travel, long work hours with periods of standing and walking, that may include nights and weekends, on occasion.

This position is based in San Francisco and requires field work and in-office work. The position is represented by IFPTE Local 20

What You Will Do

• Observe and document encampment clearances; obtain sworn statements from unhoused people and other witnesses.
• Conduct outreach to unhoused people regarding their experiences at encampment clearances.
• Review documents and data regarding encampment clearances and relay investigative findings to other team members.
• Conduct factual investigations to inform and develop potential litigation or advance active litigation, including identifying and gathering documents, thoroughly reviewing documents, and preparing detailed summaries and analyses of documents and other evidence.
• Draft affidavits and declarations based on interviews and support preparation of clients and witness for public education, media, formal depositions, and other related activities.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by the role and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in working in a law firm, legal non-profit or legal services organization, social work, or, as an investigator or journalist, or in the non-profit sector or related field.
• Strong research, analysis, and writing abilities, including ability to draft declarations while in the field.
• Strong witness interview skills and the ability to talk to and relate to people from a diversity of backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate to various audiences about complex and sensitive issues.
• Strong project and time management skills, including a high level of organization, attention to detail, and follow-through, while balancing and prioritizing multiple activities and responsibilities

What We Will Offer You

• The base salary for this position is $ 43.02 - $ 50.97 per hour with the final amount depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Time away to focus on the things that matter with generous paid time-off policies, including 21 vacation days, 11 sick days, 15 holidays, and 5 personal use days.
• Focus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (Including fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage as well as parental leave and a fertility benefit).
• Plan for your retirement with a 401k plan and an employer match.
• We support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds.
• A mission-driven team that values equity, belonging, inclusion, collaboration, and growth.

How to Apply

Job Application for Investigator at ACLU of Northern California

• Applications must include (1) a resume, (2) a cover letter
• Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled and evaluated on a rolling basis.
• The ACLU NorCal is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail hr@aclunc.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
• If your application is a good match, our team will reach out to schedule an interview. If you're no longer under consideration, you'll receive an email update. We truly appreciate your interest, and due to the high application volume, we may not be able to personally communicate with everyone who applies.

The ACLU of Northern California advances equity and inclusion in the workplace by providing equal employment opportunity to support a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (over 40), sexual orientation, military and veteran status, and any other basis prohibited by law. The organization also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, advancement, training, problem resolution, and separation from employment. Through this policy, the ACLU NorCal strives to establish and maintain an equitable and accessible work environment that is free from discrimination and supportive of a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our communities and the people we serve.

ACLU NorCal will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (SF Police Code, Article 49).