Examining the Stress, Satisfaction, and Experiences of Computer Crime Examiners

• NCJ Number: 239372
• Journal: Journal of Crime and Justice Volume: 35 Issue: 1 Dated: March 2012 Pages: 35-52
• Author(s): Thomas J. Holt; Kristie R. Blevins; George W. Burruss
• Date Published: March 2012
• Length: 18 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Report (Study/Research)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

This study examined stress and job satisfaction among cybercrime investigators.

Abstract

While the stress of policing has been well documented for more traditional law enforcement duties, stress and job satisfaction among cybercrime investigators remains limited. This study examined the stress and job satisfaction from a sample of law enforcement agents who completed computer training from the National White Collar Crime Center and who had experience with digital evidence handling. The results show that role conflict was the most salient factor in predicting both stress and satisfaction. Experience with digital evidence handling increased job stress, but was not predictive of job satisfaction. The implications of the study are discussed. (Published Abstract)