What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Forensic Video Specialist position at Broward County Sheriff's Office?
- Must be a current employee of the Broward Sheriff's Office who has completed their probationary period by the listed closing date.
- Three (3) years of experience dealing with the preservation of digital evidence including experience in the preservation, production, and editing of audio/video materials.
- Experience in set-up, configuration, and operation of audio/video equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate and maintain hardware and software necessary for the performance of criminal investigations, preferably in a law enforcement environment.
- Additional skills required include: accurate record keeping, computer system diagnostics, understanding and analysis of systems security, and acquisition of forensic electronic evidence.
- Ability to process forensic evidence into a format and manner that can be used for legal purposes.
- Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license throughout employment without any restrictions that affect job performance.
- All candidates must submit with the application, a Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history.
- Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County. Three (3) year, seven (7) year, and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted. If you have possessed a driver's license in any other state in the past 10 years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state. For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that state's division of motor vehicles.
- The search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources.
- To view information on obtaining the required Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history, please click on the following link: Driving History
- An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented in the application for consideration.
Under administrative direction, the purpose of this position is to perform specialized investigative support focused on audio/video evidence as well as identification, preservation, and examination of digital evidence. Employee must be available on a call-out basis and is required to provide assistance outside of their normal schedule which will include responding to crime scenes. Employee is responsible for conducting defensible processing, enhancement and synchronization of video/audio evidence to help identify subjects and support criminal investigations and prosecutions. Employee utilizes appropriate safety methods to ensure that digital evidence is properly logged, secured, and maintained in accordance with chain of custody protocols. Formal reporting and court testimony is required.
Position performs set-up, configuration, operation, and maintenance of electronic audio/video equipment. Employee assists in performing tasks associated with the examination of digital forensics which involves repeated exposure to pictures, videos and imagery that is obscene, offensive and/or extremely violent. Employee understands that digital evidence obtained from crime scenes or in sex/child exploitation cases are very often contaminated with human biological fluids, thus there exists a significant potential for exposure. Performs related work as directed.
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Responds to crime scenes to identify and preserve video and other digital evidence. This includes locating, documenting, and retrieving physical evidence from biologically contaminated scenes as well as concealed, elevated and cramped locations such as basements, attics and outbuildings. Exposure to these conditions can be for extended periods of time.
Utilizes specialized knowledge, tools and chemicals and methods to disassemble, repair and clean damaged and/or biologically contaminated electronic evidence to facilitate data preservation efforts.
Performs defensible editing, enhancement, duplication, and other processing of audio/video for the purpose of investigation, court presentation and/or training.
Receives, documents, and maintains accurate and timely records into the units' case management system.
Maintains strict adherence to chain of custody for evidence and ensures integrity of evidence; including both physical items and electronic data.
Previews digital forensic evidence utilizing a variety of forensic tools and investigative methods.
Provides operation, installation and setup support for audio and video equipment.
Provides court testimony pertaining to digital evidence identified, preserved, enhanced and/or synchronized.
Assists in the preparation of search warrants, subpoenas, etc., to properly include the seizure of all relevant electronic media as evidence.
Provides training to agency personnel and external agencies regarding operation of audio/video production equipment.
Attends training, seminars, and workshops to gain knowledge of trends and developments in the field of digital forensics.
Is available on a call-out basis to provide assistance after hours as directed.
Safely operates an agency vehicle.
Performs related duties as directed.
Tasks involve the intermittent performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). May require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavier objects. Work requires the intermittent installation, movement, and modification to video/audio system equipment and peripheral components. Due to the varying nature and locations of the work environment, tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent with electronics installations and wiring systems. Some tasks include materials handling where physical/mental risks are predictable and/or controllable by observance of standard safety precautions.
Tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent with routine conditions at crime scenes and within a forensic laboratory environment, e.g., toxic agents, pathogens, chemicals, organic/inorganic agents. Spends at least 65% of time performing duties that involve the collection, examination, preservation, documentation, preparation, or analysis of physical evidence potentially contaminated by human tissues, body fluids or other health-damaging elements.
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.
Salary : $61,984 - $91,579
