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Staff Investigator

Coldwater, MI · On-site

Review and synthesize case materials, providing well-organized, clear information to attorneys ... due to cold, heat, dust, and noise. Occasional travel may be required between County building ...

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Spacecraft Thermal Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Compute thermal predictions for flight (hot case, cold case) and TVAC tests * Correlate models with test results * Identify test success criteria * Compute thermal power consumption * Investigation ...

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Spacecraft Thermal Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Compute thermal predictions for flight (hot case, cold case) and TVAC tests * Correlate models with test results * Identify test success criteria * Compute thermal power consumption * Investigation ...

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Dental Case Coordinator

Juneau, AK · On-site

$25 - $31.88/hr

... investigations; reporting defective equipment and unsafe conditions. Physical Demands * While ... Exposure to controlled temperature environments, both hot and cold, is to be expected. * The normal ...

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Account Manager (Sales role)

Orlando, FL · On-site

$25K - $45K/yr

Please note, this is a sales position encompassing cold contacts as well as warm contacts. The ... Case Coordination • Manage investigative engagements from intake through completion. • ...

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How much do cold case investigator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for cold case investigator in the United States is $31.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.24 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are cold case investigators?

Cold case investigators are law enforcement professionals who specialize in reviewing and solving unsolved criminal cases, often years or decades after the initial investigation. They use modern investigative techniques, such as forensic technology and DNA analysis, to re-examine evidence and generate new leads. Their goal is to bring resolution to cases that have gone 'cold' due to a lack of evidence or leads, providing justice for victims and closure for families.

What Does a Cold Case Investigator Do?

A cold case is an investigation that has gone unsolved after more than a year; initial efforts did not yield enough evidence to identify or arrest a suspect, or to come to any definitive conclusions. Cold case investigators re-open these cases to bring a fresh perspective to the collected evidence or when new evidence has surfaced. In this role, you review forensic data that has already been collected and look at witness statements and incident reports received at the time. When possible, you may also go back to the crime scene to try to visualize what may have happened and interview witnesses or previous investigators again to find new leads. Your goal is to move the case forward towards a conclusion and a conviction when possible.

How does a Cold Case Investigator typically collaborate with other law enforcement professionals during an investigation?

Cold Case Investigators often work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including forensic analysts, detectives, prosecutors, and sometimes federal agencies. Collaboration is key to re-examining evidence, conducting new interviews, and leveraging advancements in technology such as DNA analysis. Regular meetings and case reviews ensure all team members are aligned and can bring their specialized expertise to bear on unresolved cases. This teamwork increases the chances of uncovering new leads and ultimately solving long-standing cases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cold Case Investigator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cold Case Investigator, you need a background in criminal justice or law enforcement, strong analytical skills, and experience in investigative procedures, often supported by a relevant degree and police academy training. Familiarity with forensic technology, crime databases (such as NCIC), and evidence management systems is essential. Persistence, critical thinking, and excellent communication skills help investigators collaborate with colleagues, witnesses, and victims’ families. These skills are crucial for effectively re-examining unresolved cases, uncovering new evidence, and delivering justice in complex investigations.
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Infographic showing various Cold Case Investigator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,950 per year, or $31.7 per hour.
Internship - Weld County Sheriff's Office - Unpaid

Internship - Weld County Sheriff's Office - Unpaid

Weld County

Greeley, CO

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

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Job Description SummaryThis is an unpaid internship.
The Weld County Sheriff's Office intern program is an unpaid, volunteer internship for students enrolled at a university or college in a criminal justice-related program, or a specialized degree program related to criminal justice, such as counselling or social services degrees.

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Job Description

The Weld County Sheriff's Office intern program is an unpaid, volunteer internship for students enrolled at a university or college in a criminal justice-related program, or a specialized degree program related to criminal justice, such as counselling or social services degrees. The purpose is for students to gain valuable, real-life experience in the criminal justice field. Interns will spend 15 weeks gaining 150 hours of experience. The first 110 hours is spent observing and assisting the different divisions and units at the Sheriff's Office; including, but not limited to Patrol, Detentions, Inmate Services, Victim Advocates, Civil, Animal Control, Investigations, Crime Analysis, and the Communications Center. The remaining 40 hours of the internship will be focused on the student's area of interest; in addition to gaining additional experience in any division/unit, the student can also choose to gain experience in Cold Case Investigations, Evidence, Records, Booking, or the Courts Security Unit.

The application process is competitive and only two interns are accepted. Students are limited to one term as an intern, to afford other students the same opportunity. Exceptions will be considered for specialized degree programs that are not on a traditional semester schedule.

In addition to completing the online application, you must also include the following required documents as attachments at the time of submission:

* Resume

* Proof of enrollment and completed credits

Two essays:

750 to 1250-word essay on a current criminal justice topic or criminal justice topic related to their specialized degree.

300 to 500-word essay answering the following questions:

Why are you interested in a Weld County Sheriff's Office internship?

What do you expect to learn from your internship?

The essay formatting must be a size 12 font, typed in Arial, Times New Roman, or Calibri font, and double spaced. The file type of the submitted essays must be either a Microsoft Word Document (docx) or an Adobe Acrobat Document (pdf).

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Required Qualifications

Must have completion of credits equivalent to sophomore year of college.

Currently enrolled in a four-year college, or university, acquiring a criminal justice-related degree.

Must be physically able to perform the tasks involved with the internship.

Must communicate effectively in written and spoken English.

For questions, please contact the Sheriff's Office at 970 400-4277.

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Use the link below to get a closer look at the generous benefits offered:

https://www.weld.gov/Government/County-Information/Join-Our-Team/Employee-Benefits

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Weld County is an equal employment opportunity employer. We ensure that all employment practices are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Weld County pledges to uphold a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, promoting fairness and dignity for all employees. We actively take affirmative action to comply with nondiscrimination policies and invite qualified individuals in need of reasonable accommodations to contact our Human Resources Department athumanresources@weld.govor(970) 400-4234.

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