Digital Forensics Senior Examiner

City of Chandler•Chandler, AZ

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Chandler Police Department, Forensic Services Section is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Digital Forensic Senior Examiner. This is a regular full-time, salaried, exempt position with benefits. The work schedule for this position may be a 4/10, 5/8, or 9/80 schedule, which may include on-call and weekend and nighttime callouts outside of normal work hours. The position is subject to a one (1) year probationary period. The City of Chandler Police Department, consisting of 348 sworn officers and 192 civilians, serves a growing population of approximately 290,000 residents. The organization is divided into three main divisions, one bureau, and many sections/units. The Patrol Operations Division three precincts, 1) Main Station - Downtown & North Chandler, 2) Desert Breeze - West Chandler, and 3) Chandler Heights - South Chandler, work in concert with the Criminal Investigations Bureau, Operational Support Bureau, and Professional Services Division to meet the needs of the community. The members of the Chandler Police Department are dedicated to the advancement of community policing and the development of a partnership with our citizens. Our mission is, “To maintain a safe, vibrant community through meaningful engagement and continuous organizational improvement.” We are committed to being a world-class leader in law enforcement. We will pursue and engage the best trained, equipped, and committed professionals who demonstrate the highest standards of performance and best policing practices in partnership with the community. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You will be required to perform investigative duties to support the Police Department within the Forensic Services Section through forensic collection, recovery, processing, preservation, analysis, storage, maintenance, and/or presentation of digital evidence. The successful candidate must be able to do the following: Applies criminal justice and legal protocols, follows all related agency policies and exercises technical expertise in conducting forensic examinations on items of evidence that may contain or conceal digital evidence, including child sexual abuse and exploitation material. Assists sworn officers with identifying, collecting, recovering, processing, preserving, and maintaining the integrity of digital and multimedia evidence using industry standards and tools. Assists with maintaining and monitoring the forensic server and digital forensic network. Accurately document their work in notes and written reports, participate in defense interviews, and testify in court as a witness in criminal trials. Attend job-related training; training may be held in-house, in state, or out of state, may span a week or more in length, and may necessitate travel. When Assigned to the Chandler Police Department Our ideal candidate is a skilled digital forensic examiner who can perform independent analyses within a laboratory setting, under the supervision of a Forensic Scientist Supervisor. In this key investigative role, you should demonstrate the ability to handle complex analyses while effectively managing additional responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
At least 2-years of experience in computer forensics, mobile forensics, forensic audio/video analysis, or related discipline
Must obtain and maintain Arizona DPS Terminal Operator Certification Level A within six (6) months of hire
Must possess a valid Driver License with acceptable driving record
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Nice To Haves

Completion of the Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) through IACIS or an equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Perform investigative duties to support the Police Department within the Forensic Services Section through forensic collection, recovery, processing, preservation, analysis, storage, maintenance, and/or presentation of digital evidence.
Applies criminal justice and legal protocols, follows all related agency policies and exercises technical expertise in conducting forensic examinations on items of evidence that may contain or conceal digital evidence, including child sexual abuse and exploitation material.
Assists sworn officers with identifying, collecting, recovering, processing, preserving, and maintaining the integrity of digital and multimedia evidence using industry standards and tools.
Assists with maintaining and monitoring the forensic server and digital forensic network.
Accurately document their work in notes and written reports, participate in defense interviews, and testify in court as a witness in criminal trials.
Attend job-related training; training may be held in-house, in state, or out of state, may span a week or more in length, and may necessitate travel.
Perform independent analyses within a laboratory setting, under the supervision of a Forensic Scientist Supervisor.
Handle complex analyses while effectively managing additional responsibilities.

Benefits

Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
12 paid holidays per year, plus Winter Break at the end of the year
Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation upon employee contribution
Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
Professional development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership