Investigations Coordinator

Position Objective:

Conduct research on a variety of assigned topics and help oversee investigations in order to help promote the goals of the organization

Term of Employment:

Part-time or full-time 

Reports to:

Manager of Investigations

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

•    Research a variety of animal-protection issues to help further PETA's investigative work 

•    Ensure the factual accuracy of publications related to PETA's investigations

•    Review and prepare investigative footage, working with investigators and other stakeholders, so that findings can be shared internally as well as with journalists, authorities, and others

•    Procure equipment for investigators

•    Track expenses as well as complete and turn in expense reports on a regular basis

•    Follow legal and professional guidelines and call issues to your supervisor’s attention

•    File complaints with local authorities based on investigations

•    Maintain strict confidentiality at all times

•    Perform any other duties assigned by the president

•    Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues

•    Demonstrated ability to conduct in-depth research

•    Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure

•    Proven excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail

•    Proven effective written and verbal communication skills

•    Ability to share complex findings in an easily comprehensible way

•    Willingness and ability to follow instructions carefully

•    Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion at all times

•    Ability to make sound judgments

•    Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment

•    Demonstrated support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to advocate professionally for our positions on issues

•    Commitment to the objectives of the organization