Records Specialist (Juvenile Lifer Unit) – Limited Term

Qualifications ·         Relevant education, training, or experience in obtaining, analyzing, and organizing documents; ·         Commitment to SADO’s mission and values and a belief in the inherent dignity and humanity of incarcerated clients with criminal convictions; ·         Persistence and creativity in searching for records that are difficult to obtain; ·         Knowledge of the criminal legal system, preferably in Michigan; ·         Ability to prioritize multiple client cases, deadlines, and demands; ·         Meticulous attention to detail; ·         Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to travel to locations throughout the state of Michigan to obtain records, such as courthouses, schools, and libraries; ·         Ability to organize, interpret, and synthesize large quantities of information into summaries, digests, timelines, charts, and chronologies; ·         The ability to work as part of the defense team under the lead of the case attorney and maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive and privileged documents; ·         Advanced technical skills in the following areas: o        PDFs and Adobe Acrobat (including the ability to extract, combine, OCR, and Bates Stamp PDFs), o        Excel (including the ability to sort/filter and use formulas), o        Familiarity with file-sharing technology, specifically SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), o        Ability to troubleshoot technical difficulties and seek clarification when needed; and ·         Self-motivated, with the ability to handle constructive feedback. About Us SADO is an independently governed state legal agency with offices in Detroit and Lansing.  Our mission is fighting injustice through access, advocacy, compassion, and education. We are driven by our values: freedom, inclusivity, empathy, respect, community, and excellence. Visit www.sado.org to learn more. Benefits ·         Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance ·         401k plan with up to a 9% employer contribution (partial vesting begins in 2 years) ·         13 paid holidays ·         3 weeks of paid vacation in year one ·         Paid sick time and, for eligible employees, paid parental leave ·         Long-term disability insurance ·         Flexible work hours ·         Hybrid work environment (remote/office) ·         Casual dress as appropriate ·         Paid training opportunities ·         Annual pay increases up to the maximum of the pay range with satisfactory performance SADO employees are members of the UAW Local 2200. To Apply Submit a resume and a cover letter via email by November 23, 2025, to hr@sado.org and include “Records Specialist 2025-17” in the subject line.  Applications without a resume and cover letter will not be considered. The cover letter should address the reasons underlying your interest in the work of the Juvenile Lifer Unit and explain your commitment to working with incarcerated people and people convicted of crimes. SADO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A felony conviction does not prohibit employment at SADO.