Case Analyst

The Innocence Project works to free the innocent, prevent wrongful convictions, and create fair, compassionate, and equitable systems of justice for everyone. Our work is guided by science and grounded in anti-racism. Since our inception, the Innocence Project has used DNA and other scientific advancements to prove wrongful conviction. To date, we have helped to free or exonerate more than 250 people who, collectively, spent more than 3,600 years behind bars.

Our efforts have led to the passage of more than 200 transformative state laws and federal reforms. Today, the Innocence Project continues to fight for freedom, drive structural change, and advance the innocence movement. To learn more, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Case Analyst is responsible for evaluating most potential innocence claims submitted to the Innocence Project. Each Case Analyst maintains an individual docket of cases. They conduct thorough reviews of case documents before writing extensive memos on their findings, which they present to the Post-Conviction Legal Department. The Innocence Project's evaluation protocol is process-oriented to ensure equity in the examination of all case materials.

The Case Analyst often reviews disturbing and/or graphic case materials. It is critical for a Case Analyst's work success and personal well-being that they be able to maintain an emotional equilibrium while evaluating traumatic details captured in case transcripts and police reports.

The Case Analyst reports to the Intake Department Director. The Case Analyst works in close collaboration with Senior Case Analysts, other Case Analysts, the Investigations Attorney, Document Managers, the Case Associate, and the Intake Assistants.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas and we are not an e-verify employer.

The duties of this position require approximately 40 hours of work per week to be performed virtually/in-office. We currently have a hybrid in-office model, with all employees in the office three days per week and the remainder of the week remotely. Wednesday is our organization's "anchor day" where all staff works in the office. The number of required in-office days is subject to change.

The target start date for Case Analyst is mid-May to early June. We encourage anyone who is interested and qualified to apply at your earliest convenience. We may close the job posting sooner due to the volume of applications.

The Innocence Project seeks a strong verbal and written communicator with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. They must be detail oriented and thorough as well as demonstrate proactive problem-solving skills.

In addition, the ideal candidate models our IP Values of accountability, collaboration, empathy + compassion, equity, person-centeredness, quality focus, and self-awareness. All Innocence Project employees must embrace, respect and value the rich diversity of perspectives and lived experience of our staff. We recognize and appreciate that our work is better for having varied participants and thought partners. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in this type of environment.

CASE EVALUATION

• Review and analyze correspondence and documents related to criminal cases to determine whether DNA testing could prove the innocence of an individual convicted of a crime.
• Produce a written evaluation for each case including analysis of the facts, history of the case, evidence collected and possibilities for testing to prove innocence.
• Present evaluated cases at meetings with Intake and Legal Department staff.
• Coordinate with staff attorneys, paralegals, and students to ensure effective transition of accepted cases to the Legal Department.
• Manage, continuously, a docket of cases at the middle and final stage of evaluation.
• Review law firm evaluations and provide feedback, as needed.

CASE PROCESSING AND ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

• Ensure that all communications, correspondence and documents are properly tracked and stored.
• Collabora…