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City of Hollywood,FL

Digital Evidence Specialist

City of Hollywood,FL, Florida, New York, United States

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Job Summary Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, the City of Hollywood provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees. The City offers low-cost health insurance with Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans. We value work-life balance with a 4-Day Work Week and an award-winning wellness program. Employees receive generous Paid Time Off, 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave and Sick Leave. Employees with 10 years of public service qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Maintains body-worn cameras and associated equipment for warranty and other manufacturer services

Receives, manages, and maintains digital evidence in compliance with public disclosure, retention and privacy laws specific to such evidence

Creates and verifies proper event category designations and retention schedules for storage of digital evidence. Identifies and corrects improperly categorized or labeled digital evidence

Processes public records requests as required by Florida Public Records Disclosure Laws in compliance with public record exemptions and privacy laws

Train users in the proper use, care, calibration, performance and equipment protocols, including the evidence management system. Update users of any changes, updates, or revisions in software, equipment and policy

Receives, maintains, and downloads digital formal statements. Transfers statements for transcription and ensures the prosecution/investigating parties receive the finalized product

Receives, manages and maintains 911 and police radio dispatch records in compliance with public disclosure and retention laws

Receives, manages and maintains unmanned aircraft system (DRONES) digital evidence in compliance with public disclosure and public retention laws

Networks with multiple agencies including, but not limited to, the State Attorney’s Office, the City Attorney’s Office, the Broward County Digital Evidence Unit, as well as other investigating agencies

Assists prosecutors in ensuring that all discovery requests are fulfilled

Assists management with special projects; completes work detail forms on completed projects

Performs information technology related tasks and various administrative tasks as directed

Must effectively and positively represent the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.

Must establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.

Performs related work as required for this position description only.

Education and Experience Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by one (1) year to three (3) years of experience in a law enforcement agency performing duties such as Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Law Enforcement, Public Safety/Community Service Aide or similar support capacity. Demonstrated ability to type thirty (30) corrected words per minute.

Preferred: Associate’s Degree; supplemented by five (5) years of experience in a law enforcement agency performing duties such as Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Law Enforcement, Public Safety/Community Service Aide or similar support capacity. Demonstrated ability to type forty (40) corrected words per minute. Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance

Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record

Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of business English and arithmetic.

Knowledge of departmental and municipal rules, regulations, polices, and procedures.

Knowledge of modern office terminology, methods, practices, and procedures.

Working knowledge of public records law.

Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, superiors, and the general public.

Ability to access, utilize, and maintain computerized systems and equipment, such as body worn camera equipment, including managing video retrieval and upload of video/audio files.

Ability to make accurate arithmetic calculations.

Ability to interpret and apply established policies and procedures.

Ability to communicate information tactfully and impartially.

Ability to maintain complex records and prepare reports.

Ability to develop, install, and communicate clerical procedures from general instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public.

Skill in the operation of modern office equipment.

Applicant Notification & Examination The application process includes a pre-screening background platform where applicants complete required information and documentation. Examination may consist of written, performance, education and experience evaluation, oral examination and other job related examinations. Candidates are notified of examination dates. Exams are limited to once every 6 months. Results are sent by email after grading. A passing grade is required on each part to be eligible for appointment.

Veteran’s Preference The City values the service of veterans and qualified spouses. Veterans and spouses receive preference and priority. To obtain veteran’s preference, candidates must submit separation papers (DD214) and meet eligibility requirements set forth by Florida Statutes.

Relatives Employment

The relative must have competed in an appropriate examination process and be placed on a civil service eligibility list.

The relative must be among the top three ranked candidates available on the certified eligibility list unless expanded by the Civil Service Board.

The Department or Office Director and the Director, Human Resources must demonstrate that it is in the best interests of the City to hire the relative of a public officer or employee.

Reasonable Accommodation Employment Office will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. Applicants should advise Human Resources of special needs by calling (954) 921-3216.

Equal Opportunity Statement All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression, except as limited by law or bona fide occupational disqualifications.

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