Police Digital Media Technician

Town of Castle Rock•Castle Rock, CO

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About The Position

The Police Digital Media Technician joins the Town of Castle Rock Police Department and prepares complete case files of discoverable materials for the District Attorney’s Office. The position duplicates digital media upon request and ensures materials are handled in accordance with the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) and Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act (CCJRA), while performing duties consistently with the organization’s values. The technician coordinates with Police Records and Dispatch personnel, provides case files through the eDiscovery portal, and supports investigators and other requesters by editing, redacting, extracting, and compiling audio and video evidence. The role also operates and maintains related equipment and software, troubleshoots unfamiliar media formats, and may testify in court or other public hearings to authenticate evidentiary media and explain collection or redaction protocols.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, supplemented by college-level coursework or vocational training in criminal justice, media technology, or a related field.
One year of experience creating case files of discoverable materials related to state traffic and criminal charges, or one year of related digital media duplication experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid driver’s license required for travel to court and hearings.
Knowledge of discovery requirements in Rule 16 of the Colorado Rules of Criminal Procedure.
Knowledge of and ability to appropriately apply CORA and CCJRA to the release of police media.
Working knowledge of digital media duplication theories and practices.
Working knowledge of Windows-based computers and applications.
Working knowledge of police liability issues.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships; follow verbal and written instructions; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and coordinate activities with agencies, organizations, and individuals.
Ability to implement philosophies, methods, policies, and procedures that support Department goals; work independently and with others without direct supervision; and apply relevant federal, Colorado, and Town laws.
Visual and hearing ability to identify relevant audio and video footage.
Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, fingerprint analysis, polygraph, and psychological exam before commencing employment.
Ability to perform sedentary work for long periods; occasionally lift no more than 10 pounds and lift, carry, walk, and stand; occasionally use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; frequently coordinate hands and eyes to operate a computer and office equipment; read, record, and interpret information; and communicate by speech and hearing.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Police Records and Dispatch personnel to create case files of discoverable materials for specific state charges.
Provide case files to the District Attorney’s Office through the eDiscovery portal.
Duplicate digital media, including body-worn camera recordings, in-car videos, photographs, and audio files, as requested by investigators, the District Attorney’s Office, defense attorneys, or the public.
Ensure media is provided in accordance with CORA and CCJRA.
Edit footage from recording devices to redact protected information and images before public release.
Extract detailed evidence from audio and video sources to assist investigative efforts.
Operate and maintain agency-related audiovisual and electronic equipment and software.
Create compilation videos from different media sources to complement raw DVR footage coherently.
Testify in criminal or civil court or other public hearings to verify evidentiary data integrity or explain collection and redaction protocols.
Identify and troubleshoot unknown video and audio file types using in-house and online resources.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.