Investigative Research Analyst (1-Year Contract)

STI; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

STI in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Investigative Research Specialist to review complaints, gather investigative information, evaluate and analyze findings, and disseminate results to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) investigative section and other personnel. The role supports investigations across the full cycle, handling highly complex cases, data analysis, and reporting.

The initial 12-month contract may extend or convert based on funding and performance.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law, or a related field is preferred, but extensive 3+ years on‑the‑job experience will be considered as substitution.
• No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.
• Successfully pass a new hire background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Receives complaints and assesses for initial documentation requested from other agencies.
• Reviews, enters, updates submissions; researches data systems and disseminates information for use in investigations.
• Conducts analysis of database information and produces analytical products supporting investigations.
• Prepares written and oral reports for distribution to investigators and personnel.
• Maintains liaison with law enforcement and government agencies to exchange information.
• Maintains and updates data required for statistical analysis of investigations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Oral communications

Social media platforms

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Adobe

Job description

STI in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Investigative Research Specialist to review complaints, gather investigative information, evaluate and analyze findings, and disseminate results to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) investigative section and other personnel. The role supports investigations across the full cycle, handling highly complex cases, data analysis, and reporting.

The initial 12-month contract may extend or convert based on funding and performance.