SOUTH BEND, IN St. Joseph County Government
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Position: Investigator
Department: Cyber Crimes Unit
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, M-F
Status: Part-Time/internship
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Job Category: Law Enforcement, Digital Forensics
Date Written: December 2024
Please note: This position is for current undergrad college students with the ability for in-person work on the University of Notre Dame campus in South Bend, IN. Those hired are for the 2025-2026 academic year. Current seniors should not apply.
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the position satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship.
Incumbent serves as an Investigator for St. Joseph County Cyber Crimes Unit, responsible for investigating criminal cases on behalf of both defense of those accused of crimes as digital forensic examiners. Students will acquire, parse, and analyze information from digital evidence involved in activate case investigations and pending prosecutions, while learning the process of digital analysis and investigation. Students may also be exposed to learning experiences related to cyber forensics, digital investigations, and forensics research.
The Digital Forensics Investigator program is geared towards students looking to enter the field of cyber security and analysis post-graduation. This program is structured for the student to participate their entire academic year once selected. However, students who plan on studying abroad are not excluded from this opportunity. Moreover, since this internship involves conducting digital forensics on evidence in active criminal case and prosecutions, the St. Joseph County Prosecutor will swear in students so that they will have law enforcement powers during their time working as a Digital Forensics Investigator.
Student Investigators will be paid for their participation (10 hours a week). Positions cover the entire academic year and summer opportunities are also available. The starting rate of pay is $15.00 per hour and may increase based on demonstration of proficiency and obtaining industry certifications. Students will select their own working schedule based on what is best given their academic schedule and other responsibilities.
Interested students should submit a resume and 1-page Statement of Interest. The Statement of Interest should summarize the students qualifications and background and should indicate the reason(s) the student wants to take advantage of this program.
Questions regarding the program application process or work as a Digital Forensics Investigator may be directed to Mariah Donley or Caroline Torie, Cyber Crimes Unit Co-Directors, at mdonley@stjoepros.org and ctorie@stjoepros.org.
DUTIES
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Assists law enforcement officers by conducting digital forensics for active case investigations.
Assists federal and state prosecutors by conducting digital forensics for criminal case prosecutions.
Assists federal and state defense attorneys by conducting digital forensics for criminal case defense.
Conducts evidence intake, chain of custody, and recording.
Prepares of search warrants.
Applies case facts to appropriate state and Federal laws.
Makes court appearances and testimony, if needed.
May conduct research on technology and digital analysis topics.
Extensive writing of warrants, reports, and other papers.
Qualifications
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Positions are opened to all students in all majors
Must be a United States Citizen (Per Indiana Code 36-8-3.5-12)
Basic knowledge of computers, mobile devices, and online social networking sites
Basic research knowledge
Excellent writing, critical thinking, and creative thinking skills
Willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Willingness to work with subject matter that may be disturbing
Willingness to submit to an advanced background check
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JOB REQUIREMENTS AND DIFFICULTY OF WORK:
While in the Student Investigator program, students will work out of the St. Joseph County Cyber Crimes Unit, currently housed in Hammes Mowbray Hall on Notre Dame campus.
High school diploma or HSE.
Ability to meet all hiring and ret
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