POSITION TITLE:   COMPUTER FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR - ELIGIBILITY LIST

               POSITION NUMBER:   SHR.1387

                         DEPARTMENT:   SHERIFF

                STARTING SALARY:   $27.68 PER HOUR

    APPLICATION DEADLINE:   04/29/2008

 

 

Specializes in recovering, analyzing, and presenting data from computers for use in criminal investigations or as evidence in criminal justice proceedings.

 

Successful applicants will be required to complete all of the following prior to hire:

·         Written examination

·         Integrity and oral board interview

·         Polygraph examination

·         In-depth background investigation, including criminal and credit history

·         Psychological assessment and medical exam, including drug test

·         Must be 21 years of age and be legally authorized to work in the United States

·         Must have current First Aid and community CPR certificates by date of hire

·         Physical assessment test based on the essential job functions

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         As related to computer forensic investigations, perform investigative work on assigned cases.

·         Conduct undercover Internet operations and investigations of narcotics trafficking, crimes against children, fraud, and other criminal activity, as necessary.

·         Assist other Sheriff’s Office employees with computer crime investigations.

·         Answer technical questions regarding computer forensic investigations and other related areas as delegated by a supervisor; conduct training of law enforcement personnel as it pertains to computer-related crime and technology.

·         Participate in multi-jurisdictional investigative task forces; may be assigned on a long-term basis to multi-jurisdictional task force.

·         Review and make investigative determinations on assigned cases; assume responsibility for difficult and complex cases.

·         Contact and cooperate with other agencies in matters relating to the investigation of computer crimes, the apprehension of offenders, or the smooth functioning of the Sheriff’s Office Investigations Unit.

·         Prepare investigative reports and other documentation required as a part of assigned duties.

·         Assist with the preparation of affidavits for search and arrest warrants in computer crime investigations to include all necessary court documents. 

·         Complete and maintain records, logs, and reports including, but not limited to, the effective case management of an ongoing caseload, including the prioritizing and effective disposition of those cases.

·         Preserve good working relationships with the general public and representatives from other criminal justice agencies.

·         Conduct analysis of computer and high technology equipment, electronic, and magnetic media and other items seized under legal authority.

·         Gather and preserve evidence in accordance with governing practices and techniques.

·         Attend refresher and advanced training in topics of computer forensics and computer crime investigations on at least an annual basis.

·         Assist District Attorney during trial preparation and trials involving computer crime; testify and present evidence in Court.

If Colorado P.O.S.T. certified:

·         Assist with the planning, coordination, and carrying out of criminal investigations at the local, state, and Federal levels in the serving of search warrants, making of arrests, and the execution of raids and other activities in support of computer crime investigations.

·         Conduct interviews with victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects of computer crimes including interviewing small children and other individuals who may be more difficult to interview.

·         Transport suspects for booking.

·         Enforce municipal, County, and state laws.

·         Identify and process clandestine laboratories after completion of specialized, mandatory training in the procedures of clandestine laboratories.

·         Execute search warrants (including coordination of personnel necessary to execute warrants); serve warrants, subpoenas, and civil documents.

·         Administer first aid and/or CPR in emergency situations.

OTHER DUTIES: 

·         Perform other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

If Colorado P.O.S.T. certified:

·         May be required to perform any of the duties required of a Patrol Deputy assigned to a Patrol Platoon.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

·         Agency rules and regulations.

·         County, State, Federal, and international statutes related to computer forensic investigation.

·         Current court decisions affecting statutes related to computer forensic investigation.

·         Computer forensic investigation techniques.

·         Case management techniques.

If Colorado P.O.S.T. certified:

·         Law enforcement and prevention procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, records and reports, identification techniques, evidence handling, and First Aid.

Ability to:

·         Gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate, and use facts and evidence.

·         Interpret and apply laws and regulations.

·         Abide by and follow all procedures relating to the proper handling and chain-of-custody of evidence in computer forensic laboratories.

·         Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

·         Work in stressful situations.

·         Prioritize case management as well as task assignments for self and other personnel.

If Colorado P.O.S.T. certified:

·         Use and care for firearms or other agency property.

Experience and Training:  Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. 

Experience:

·         Two years of full-time experience in forensic computer crime detection and investigations.

 

Training:

·         Must have attended and completed computer forensics and/or computer crime investigations training from one of the following:  Federal Law Enforcement Training Center – SCERS or CIAETP, IACIS, NTI, National White Collar Crime Center – Basic/ Advanced Data Analysis and Recovery, A+ Certification, FBI CART, or SEARCH.Org. 

·         Special consideration will be given to forensic crime scene experience.

·         Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s Degree in Computer Operations, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Business, Business Administration, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, General Studies, or a field related to Computer Forensic Investigation.

·         Completion of Interview and Interrogation course and Major Case Investigation Course.

Licenses/Certifications:

·         Possession of a valid Colorado State Peace Officer Certificate is preferred, but not mandatory.

·         Possession of First Aid and CPR Certificates, if Colorado P.O.S.T. certified.

·         Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver’s License.

 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

·         Must have appropriate voice skills to be clearly understood on the telephone, radio, and in public contacts;  may be required to talk extensively on the telephone.

·         Must have acceptable hearing to hear well on the telephone, radio, and in public contacts.

·         May be required to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

·         Must be able to stoop, bend, stretch, twist, reach, kneel, squat, and balance.

·         Must be able to lift, carry, drag, or push 100 pounds both alone and with help.

·         May be required to climb ladders, enter small confined areas, and work in hazardous work areas.

·         May be subjected to caustic, flammable, or other hazardous materials.

·         Must be capable of working under stressful situations.

·         Must have good cognitive skills and awareness of work accuracy.

·         Must have ability to concentrate on more than one task at a time and to make independent decisions.

·         Must have acceptable eyesight to perform computer duties, drive a vehicle, and perform law enforcement duties (if Colorado P.O.S.T. certified).

·         Must have fine and gross motor skills and use of fingers, hands, and arms to perform computer duties, operate equipment, or handle firearms and law enforcement duties (if Colorado P.O.S.T. certified).

If Colorado P.O.S.T. certified:

·         Must be able to engage in physically strenuous activities.

·         May be required to run for short distances.

·         May be required to work in inclement weather conditions.

·         Must be able to meet all qualifications including physical, firearms, etc. required as a Larimer County Patrol Deputy.

 

 

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