Digital Forensics Investigator

City of Vancouver

1d•$6,762 - $10,143•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Vancouver is seeking a skilled Digital Forensics Investigator to provide critical technical expertise in support of law enforcement investigations. This position plays an important role in identifying, preserving, and analyzing digital evidence in cases involving violent crimes and internet crimes against children. Join a team dedicated to advancing public safety, supporting victims, and delivering thorough evidence-based investigative services to our community. Under the direction of the DECU Sergeant, conduct technical analyses and procedures in the collection, processing, preservation, and presentation of digital evidence to assist law enforcement a variety of criminal investigations; act as technical expert within the department regarding Police Computer Forensics; prepare detailed reports of investigations and analysis; assist prosecuting attorneys with trial preparation to coordinate digital evidence presentation; make court appearances and give testimony relating to cases; and, deploy into the field to locate digital evidence at crimes scenes and search warrant services. This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt position. This position is covered under the provisions of an agreement between the City and the OPEIU union. The schedule for this position is M-Thur, 7:30am to 5:30pm.

Requirements

Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in digital evidence analysis, preferably in a law enforcement environment.
Associate's Degree in digital forensics or related field.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Basic skills utilizing two or more of the following platforms used for digital forensics analysis: Cellebrite, X-Ways, Axiom, Griffeye, Recon and AccessData FTK.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
At least one industry accepted certification directly related to digital forensics, such as IACIS, Cellebrite, SCERS, or other industry accepted certification(s) directly related to digital forensics.
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to obtain a limited law enforcement commission.
Knowledge of principles, methods and practices of investigation, evidence identification and collection.
Knowledge of multiple operating systems including Windows, Linux, OSX, Android, IOS and others as well as electronic devices, hardware and other peripherals.
Knowledge of rules of evidence and applicable laws is critical.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping.
Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws that pertain to: collection, processing, and preservation of computer related evidence.
Knowledge of use of personal computers and basic software.
Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality related to the area of work.
Ability to operate and use modern office equipment including a personal computer and appropriate computer programs.
Ability to work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles.
Ability to work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees.
Ability to provide a high level of customer service at all times.
Ability to project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others.
Ability to maintain regular and dependable attendance.
Ability to drive City Vehicles
Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive.
Show the utmost respect for others, and act as a team player.
Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures.
Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public.
Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting ability to come in and hit the ground running may receive a starting salary around the midpoint of the listed salary range.

Responsibilities

Conduct technical analyses and procedures in the collection, processing, preservation, and presentation of digital evidence to assist law enforcement in a variety of criminal investigations.
Act as technical expert within the department regarding Police Computer Forensics.
Prepare detailed reports of investigations and analysis.
Assist prosecuting attorneys with trial preparation to coordinate digital evidence presentation.
Make court appearances and give testimony relating to cases.
Deploy into the field to locate digital evidence at crime scenes and search warrant services.
Conduct seizures and examinations of electronic devices including cell phones/smart phones, tablets, laptops, personal computers and corresponding electronic data storage media to secure, and recover data as evidence.
Assist in the execution of search warrants for evidence in criminal investigations.
Conduct on-site forensic analysis previews of digital evidence.
Act as subject matter expert; make determinations and recommendations regarding appropriate items to be seized based on search warrant particulars and relevant case law.
Conduct and participate in internet-based investigations, including online operations regarding child exploitation, child pornography, underage prostitution, cyberstalking and persons crimes such as homicides and assaults and may assist in other department investigations including property crimes including fraud, forgery, ID theft.
Compose reports on findings from digital evidence extraction and analysis.
Prepare for defense interviews and trials. Put together all relevant case information in easy-to-understand format.
Present the case to prosecutors and defense teams for mandatory, pre-trial defense interviews.
Present case in trial and respond to questions regarding findings.
Collect, preserve, label, catalog, and store evidentiary items for presentation in criminal proceedings in accordance with legal standards.
Provide continuity within the organization by assisting new DECU detectives, learn new technology-based investigative skills and tools pertinent to their position. This may include but not be limited to, peer-to-peer related investigations, call detail records or open-source intelligence techniques.
Provide presentations for community organizations as well as Internet Crimes Against Children conferences.
Provide in-service training for Vancouver Police Department personnel.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.