State of Washington · 1 day ago
Law Intern
Walla Walla, WA
Internship
Onsite
InternThe State of Washington is seeking a community-oriented law student for an internship at the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC). The role involves supporting the Certification Division by researching and analyzing laws and policies related to law enforcement certification and misconduct.
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Responsibilities
Analyze agency and complainant records of alleged police misconduct and make preliminary determinations on appropriate case handling in conformance with state law and WSCJTC authority
Review and draft summaries of agency administrative investigations and make recommendations regarding further action
Review prior investigative reports, statements of charges, final orders of revocation and related materials
Draft summaries of charges and outcomes for review and inclusion on WSCJTC’s website
Prepare reports of revocation summaries for quarterly Commission Meetings and public distribution
Research and analyze legislation related to law enforcement hiring and certification
Qualification
Required
Successful completion of 1L year and ongoing enrollment at an accredited law school
Ability to take direction and exercise sound professional judgment, ethical practice, common sense, and the utmost confidentiality
Strong organizational and project management skills
Demonstrated understanding, sensitivity, and empathy for victims of law enforcement misconduct
Flexible, amicable, and community-oriented approach to job duties
Comfortable with a hybrid-team environment with many coworkers interacting only through video call
Proactive approach to professional development
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Exceptional reading comprehension, writing, problem solving
Ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects with supervision
Physical requirements can typically be characterized as sedentary: work involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
Major job activities and mental requirements: multiple concurrent tasks, reading comprehension, writing, problem solving, confidentiality
Preferred
Understanding law enforcement policy, practice, and best standards will make the candidate more successful in the role
Benefits
Medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance
Medical flexible spending account
Basic life and long-term disability insurance
Dependent care assistance
Auto, boat, home, and renter insurance
Washington State Employee Assistance Program
Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
Deferred Compensation Program (DCP)
Social Security
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Paid holidays and one paid personal holiday
Sick leave
Vacation leave
Paid military leave
Paid bereavement leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Company
State of Washington
Washington state public employees help to create a working Washington built on education and innovation, where all Washingtonians thrive.
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