Digital Forensic Examiner I - 519697

Pay Grade/Pay Range: 57 Hourly (non-exempt) - Minimum - $ 17.35 Midpoint - $ 25.33

Department/Organization: 507121 - Police Operations

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. May work long shifts or be subject to call-out at any time of the day depending on the urgency of a case.

Job Summary: Under moderate supervision, the Digital Forensic Examiner I processes and analyzes computer hardware, electronically-stored data, and other computer-related evidentiary materials relevant to law enforcement investigations. Provides back up support for intake and custody of evidence items. Position may supervise student workers or other support staff.

Additional Department Summary: This position serves as the entry-level digital forensic examiner/analyst for the Regional Evidence Analysis and Cyber-Intelligence Team (REACT). Must complete the Grayshift Certified Operator certification and NW3C Analyst Track (or approved equivalent) within one year of employment. May work long shifts or be subject to call-out at any time of the day depending on the urgency of a case. May spend extended amounts of time investigating graphic and shocking images and video representations of crimes against public morality so must possess the ability to maintain one's mental and emotional state while performing the duties of this position.

Must be able to work extended hours and overtime to include evening, nights, weekends and holiday hours as needed. Must meet regular attendance and punctuality requirements. Must accomplish the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and some digital forensics experience; OR associate's degree and two (2) years of digital forensics experience; OR high school diploma or GED and four (4) years of digital forensics experience. Must complete the Access Data Certified Examiner (ACE) certification within one year of employment.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Final candidate must pass a comprehensive background check.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to maintain strict confidentiality; Must have good analytical skills. Good attention to detail and documentation. Must be able to switch from task-to-task effectively. Good organizational, oral and written communication and public relations skills. Basic knowledge in the usage of personal computers and standard application software (word processing, spreadsheet and/or database management programs). Experience with and/or ability to learn job specific hardware, software and operating systems and programs. Incumbents to this position may spend extended amounts of time investigating graphic and shocking images and video representations of crimes against public morality. Successful candidates should possess the ability to maintain their mental and emotional state while performing the duties of this position.

Preferred Qualifications: Certification(s) in computer forensics or other industry accepted certification(s) related to digital forensics/analyst. Some experience with computer forensic or analyst software applications (ex., Cellebrite, Magnet Forensics, Graykey, Penlink, Cobwebs Technologies)

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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