Digital technician

Description

Duties Description

Digital Evidence Technicians are responsible for collecting, maintaining, and managing digital multimedia collected from State Police Body Worn Cameras. Typical activities include receiving, cataloging, redacting, and maintaining custody of non-evidentiary and evidentiary audio/visual material. Responsibilities include complying with applicable agency and state policies, procedures, general orders, rules, regulations, and standards as they relate to the availability, confidentiality, and release of information to authorized individuals.

DUTIES

Operate a computer to enter, retrieve, review and modify digital data by utilizing word processing, database, and other appropriate computer programs.

Use leading software to identify, collect, and preserve digital footage obtained from State Police Body Worn Cameras.

Analyze digital audio/video recordings for redaction and dissemination to requestors, ensuring that sensitive footage is appropriately redacted in compliance with State Police policies, procedures, rules and regulations as well as Public Records Laws.

Ensure that all Body Worn Camera digital data is properly stored and easily retrieved from computer sources, by adhering to agency procedures and protocols.

If applicable, have gained experience in testimony as an expert witness and have established his/her credentials as an expert in various courts of record.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate's Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or Information Technology Systems.

OR

High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of progressively responsible clerical or criminal justice experience.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities for:

A working knowledge of federal, state, and county laws ordinances and regulations governing the dissemination of criminal information.

A working knowledge of State Police Records Management System standard operating procedures.

Knowledge of Public Records Laws and Dissemination of Public Records retention requirements.

Ability to communication effectively, orally and in writing.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to collect, organize, evaluate digital data and to develop logical conclusions and/or solutions.

Ability to apply discretion when handling confidential information.

Ability to use a computer and related software.

Ability to learn specialized department software and computer applications.

Ability to process public and interagency video record requests.

Ability to type 30 words a minute with minimal errors.

Minimum qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

Additional Comments

Resumes will be evaluated to determine whether candidates will proceed to the interview phase of the process.

The New York State Police values a diverse and inclusive workforce where the unique skills of all employees are valued in support of the mission of the Division. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without the regard to age, race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The New York State Police is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that accept all applications from a wide range of candidates.

The New York State Police complies with federal and state laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with the disabilities and/or sincerely held religious belief. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Division Personnel Office at (518) 457-3840 or [email protected].