Job Posting Dates: April 08-30, 2024
Job Title: Forensic Interview Trainer
Reports To: Director of Forensic Interview Training and Services

The National Children’s Advocacy Center is seeking a passionate and experienced Forensic Interview Trainer to join our team. Are you seeking to champion and strengthen the global response to child abuse? Then this is the job for you! In this role, you will work with a team of dedicated professionals advancing forensic interviewing practices across the globe.

About the role
The Forensic Interview (FI) Trainer will play a vital role in providing high-quality training and support to professionals involved in investigating and prosecuting child abuse cases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forensic interviewing, training, and other learning opportunities for child abuse professionals. This position requires travel, on average, one to two times per month. In addition, our FI Trainers conduct FI’s on a regular basis in order to stay current with their skills.

A typical day may include:

• Conducting in-person or a virtual training session at NCAC or various locations around the world.
• Designing training materials, curriculum, and resources in alignment with best practices.
• Provide consultation and support to professionals conducting forensic interviews in their respective agencies or organizations.
• Reading research to stay informed about emerging research, trends, and developments in child abuse investigation and forensic interviewing.
• Conducting a forensic interview at your local CAC

You will thrive in this job if you:

• Are a life-long learner
• Enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues who are experts in the field
• Excel at providing thought leadership in forensic interviewing
• Are passionate about helping forensic interviewers deepen their skills
• Have excellent writing, public speaking, and online training skills

We are looking for a team member who is aligned with NCAC’s Organizational Values:

• We are passionate about making the world a better place.
• We thrive by learning, collaborating, and celebrating.
• We welcome innovative ideas and new perspectives.
• We help each other succeed.

Education and experience requirements we are looking for include:

• Master’s degree in social work or related field
• Significant experience (5+ years) conducting forensic interviews at a children’s advocacy center.
• Experience (3+ years) designing and providing training for child abuse professionals.
• Experience (3+) providing mentoring, consultation, or supervision of forensic interviewers.

Location and Hours
Our campus is located in Huntsville, AL with typical hours of 8:30 to 5:00 CST. Remote work in Central or Eastern time zones within 1.5 hours of a major airport is available, but preference may be given to candidates willing to relocate to Huntsville, AL.


About the NCAC
The NCAC revolutionized the United States’ response to child sexual and physical abuse and other forms of child maltreatment. Since its creation in 1985, the NCAC has served as a model for the 1,000+ Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) now operating or developing in the United States and in more than 40 countries throughout the world. The NCAC's mission is To Champion and Strengthen the Global Response to Child Abuse.

The NCAC is one of the leading organizations in the country providing training and technical assistance for professionals working in the field of child abuse response. We offer a variety of inter- and multidisciplinary trainings and professional development programs. Trainings are offered in-person, and virtually and on-demand through the NCAC Virtual Training Center. NCAC also provides the Child Abuse Library OnlineTM (CALiOTM), which is one of the largest repositories of child maltreatment resources in the world. Our staff trainers are experts in their fields of professional service and stay abreast of current research and trends, making our trainings relevant, ever evolving, and some of the best in the world.


Perks and Benefits
We hope you’re excited by the possibilities that come with working at NCAC! In addition to our positive organizational culture, we also offer these benefits:

• Paid time off. NCAC observes 14 holidays and has a generous leave policy.
• Other benefits. Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and a 401k plan.

Application and Hiring Process
To apply, follow the ‟Apply Now” button, which will be at the end of this posting if you accessed it through the NCAC website. If you are reading this posting on a third-party site (Indeed, Google, etc.), please go to NCAC’s Careers page to apply via our application system: https://www.nationalcac.org/careers/ 

In order to be considered, you must submit a fully completed application, cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. When you apply via our website, you will receive an automatic email acknowledging that we have received your application. Please, no phone calls or emails regarding the position or application process. All offers are contingent on passing a drug screening and background check, including motor vehicle records. Candidates for jobs requiring driving must have an excellent driving record.


NCAC believes it is important to be inclusive not only to our clients but also to our staff, partners, and global audiences. We recognize and appreciate the importance of creating an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring innovative ideas to the table. In recruiting for our team, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on our learning journey of how to be increasingly responsive and supportive to diverse staff, clients, and associates. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring.

NCAC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We look forward to hearing from you.