Criminal Investigator (Remote)

• Title: Criminal Investigator (Remote)
• Engagement: Hourly contract (independent contractor)
• Rate: USD 20-75/hour

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Detectives and Criminal Investigators to contribute their expertise to AI training initiatives. In this remote role, you will apply real-world investigative knowledge to help develop and refine advanced AI systems designed to support digital investigations, case management, and crime scene analysis.

Your hands-on experience with investigative procedures, evidence handling, and law enforcement technologies will directly inform the accuracy and effectiveness of next-generation investigative tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise on investigative procedures, crime scene protocols, and evidence handling
• Review and annotate investigative scenarios to support AI model training and evaluation
• Document workflows related to interviews, evidence collection, reporting, and case file management
• Contribute insights into proper evidence preservation, chain-of-custody standards, and documentation practices
• Utilize knowledge of law enforcement databases and digital tools to inform structured AI training datasets
• Evaluate AI-generated investigative summaries, reports, or analyses for procedural accuracy and realism
• Support digital image management and crime scene reconstruction review processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to improve investigative model performance

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Detective or Criminal Investigator in a law enforcement agency
• Strong understanding of investigative protocols, evidence collection, and legal standards
• Experience using NCIC and other law enforcement database systems
• Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Access, MySQL, digital crime scene software, and GIS platforms (e.g., ESRI ArcView)
• Familiarity with digital image management, forensic graphics, or scene reconstruction tools
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience contributing to training programs, technical documentation, or policy development
• Background in forensic technology or criminal justice education
• Prior exposure to AI tools, data annotation, or digital investigative platforms.