Work Study - Digital Forensic Technician

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College is offering a Federal Work-Study position funded through the FWS program. To qualify, you must have a current FWS award as part of your financial aid package; international students are not eligible for FWS positions. Apply using the DMACC Employment Application and attach transcripts if required.

The role is part-time, campus-based, paying $12.50 per hour, with a schedule of about 7 hours per week. Posting date 08/13/2026 and deadline 09/15/2026.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 15 credits of NET coursework with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical tasks with department equipment.
• Assist in practical exercise development.
• Assist with inventory.
• Assist in document accessibility.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Education

15 credits NET coursework with 3.0 GPA or higher

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Important Eligibility Notice: This position is strictly funded through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. To qualify, you must have a current FWS award as part of your financial aid package.

• International Students: Due to federal regulations, international students are not eligible for FWS positions. We highly encourage you to browse and apply for Regular Student Employment positions on our job board, which do not carry this federal restriction.

DMACC is an Affidative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email [e-mail].

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Position Information

Job Title

Campus

Job Number

Job Number 27-W39

Employment Date

Employment Date As soon as possible.

Job Category

Job Category Student Positions

Application & Position Information Call

Douglas Elrick at [e-mail] or [phone].

Salary Information

$12.50 per hour.

Job Summary

The work study program provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

Essential Functions

• Perform technical tasks with department equipment.


• Assist in practical exercise development.


• Assist with inventory.


• Assist in document accessibility.

Required Qualifications

• Must have at least 15 credits of NET coursework with 3.0 GPA or higher.


• Ability to work independently.

Desired Qualifications

Work Schedule

7 hours per week, days and times to be determined.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/13/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Deadline for Submitting Applications 09/15/2026

Open Until Filled No

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html.

ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail].

Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone], FAX : [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR [e-mail].

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you eligible for Work Study?
  
  
  
  • Yes
  
  
  • No
  
  
  
  


• * Are you enrolled in financial aid eligible courses as a DMACC student?
  
  
  
  • Yes
  
  
  • No
  
  
  
  


• Please provide your student schedule.
  

  (Open Ended Question)

  
  

• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
  
  
  
  • Yes
  
  
  • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)