POSITION:                   Assistant Director

DIVISION:                    Cyber Crimes

DEPARTMENT:           Prosecutor

LOCATION:                 Notre Dame, IN, USA; not remote

Work Schedule:          8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., M-F

Job Category:             POLE (Protective Occupations, Law Enforcement)

STATUS:                      Full-time/Grant Funded

FLSA:                           Exempt

SALARY:                      up to $82,252

START DATE:              Opening October 2026

Job Description: The Assistant Director will perform various investigative, administrative, and supervisory duties for the Cyber Crimes Unit and report directly to the Director. In this sworn position, the Assistant Director will work closely with college students, law enforcement, and attorneys to accurately, efficiently, and proactively conduct digital forensics and produce quality reports of their findings. Duties include managing day-to-day Unit operations while understanding and applying policies and procedures and utilizing forensics hardware and software. Other duties include staying updated on changing technology and procedures, attending training, serving as an instructor for digital forensics classes, and interviewing candidates for open spots.

Requirements:

• Experience in related field (computer science, criminal justice, or law preferred)
• Must be United States citizen (per Indiana Code 36-8-3.5-12)
• Ability to understand and apply forensics and technology concepts, including related laws, techniques, computer operations, and data analysis
• Ability to obtain and maintain a variety of digital forensics certifications
• Ability to sign a confidentiality agreement and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Shall comply with all employer and Department policies and work rules, including passing a drug test and background check, attendance, safety, and personal conduct
• Ability to occasionally work extended hours, travel out of town for training (costs covered by Unit), sometimes overnight, serve on call on a 24-hour basis, and respond swiftly and rationally to emergencies from off-duty status
• Provide: cover letter, resume, contacts for three professional references, a writing sample, and a completed application on the St. Joseph County, Indiana EZHire website. Or by emailing prosecutor@stjoepros.org

Salary: This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, retirement savings plans, paid time off (PTO), company paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and additional voluntary benefits and resources. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.sjcindiana.gov/2218/Employee-Resources.