What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Investigator IV - ICAC position at State of South Carolina?
The Attorney General’s Office is not a law enforcement agency. This is a law enforcement position working in a legal office as an investigator.
About Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC)
Under limited supervision, perform as a Forensic Examiner, providing forensic analysis for the Internet Crimes Against Children Section.
- Forensic examination of digital media submitted as part of a criminal investigation by the SCAG investigator or an ICAC affiliate agency. Prepares report with findings.
- Obtain search warrants when necessary. Ensure all required paperwork is received at the time of evidence submission. Maintain the evidence chain of custody/security.
- Maintaining forensic equipment and software to ensure operating at full capacity for forensic examinations.
- Testify in the prosecution of ICAC cases based on forensic examination findings.
- Support ICAC affiliates statewide with training, technical assistance, etc.
- Constable/Forensic training to be aware of emerging technologies and legal issues. Maintain required training hours for examiner certifications.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or Chief Deputy.
This position also includes an excellent benefits package:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
- Paid parental leave.
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
- Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
- Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
- Thirteen paid holidays.
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
A high school diploma and five (5) years experience conducting investigations or performing other law enforcement duties. A bachelor’s degree in digital forensics, criminal justice, information technology or related field with one (1) year of experience conducting investigations or performing other law enforcement duties. A master’s degree in digital forensics, criminal justice, information technology or related field may be substituted for the required work experience.
Residency Requirement: Eligible candidates must reside in or be open to moving roughly 50 miles from Columbia, SC. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
Additional Requirements:
- Position may require overnight travel.
- May require presentations to law enforcement and the public.
- Experienced using forensic products (i.e., EnCase, Cellebrite, Magnet (Axiom, IEF), write-blockers, etc.) and completing computer forensic training and certification.
- Must have experience developing and maintaining good working relationships with multiple law enforcement agencies.
- Must have good verbal and written skills and be able to communicate effectively.
- Must be well-organized with a demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Limited supervision; the employee is expected to promptly make supervisor aware of any issues, problems, or suggestions relating to job duties.
DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK AND SLED BACKGROUND CHECKS REQUIRED.
THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Utilization Report available upon request.
Salary : $46,655 - $73,000