What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investigator - Data Privacy & ID Theft position at Office of the Indiana Attorney General?
Provide assistance to attorneys in investigation and prosecutions of complaints involving identity theft, fraud, and related matters. Reports to Section Chief of Data Privacy & Identify Theft Unit.
Primary Subject Matter of Cases- Telephone privacy (robocalling and Do Not Call)
- Identity theft, identity deception, fraud
- Security breaches involving unauthorized acquisition of personal information
- Credit reporting
- Data privacy framework and statutes
- Age verification requirements for adult oriented websites
- Gather information and collect data relevant to investigation and litigation of cases involving identity theft, security breaches, data privacy, credit reporting, age verification and related matters. Perform forensic investigations of electronic and digital material using technical investigative techniques.
- Interview victims, witnesses, and potential targets of investigation or prosecution.
- Communicate with other law enforcement agencies as necessary.
- Assist in joint investigations and respond to referrals from other agencies.
- Assist supervising attorneys in trial preparation; testify in court proceedings and affidavits as necessary.
- Prepare timely, comprehensive, and accurate investigative reports for internal review.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date files in case management system.
- Communicate with supervising attorneys and other staff members to provide updates on cases and investigations.
- Review decisions, policies, regulations, and other legal authorities relevant to subject matter.
- Communicate and build relationships with prosecutors and law enforcement officials in Indiana and other jurisdictions. Network with other government agencies to develop relationships and communication protocols with government agencies.
- Provide outreach, referral, and training services around the state on identity theft and related issues.
- Attend trainings to learn about legal trends in subject area.
- Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned by supervising attorney.
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in a criminal justice or business-related field or equivalent of college and work experience in law enforcement is preferred but not required.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to balance and manage high volume of cases and files and to handle multiple assignments of varied type and difficulty on an ongoing basis.
- Proficiency in computer skills and electronic forensic investigative techniques.
- Familiarity with complex computer processes and new technologies.
- Ability to work with complainants, witnesses, and staff; sensitivity and awareness of public relations and political implications of high-profile cases.
- Adherence to highest standards of ethical conduct.
- Must pass a background investigation and possess a valid Indiana driver’s license.
Salary : $42,017 - $65,112