Digital Forensics Examiner (Part-Time)

Department: Bradenton Police Department
Compensation: $19.55 to $29.33/hour depending on qualifications
Hours: Part-Time
Deadline: Open until filled

FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Supervision Exercised: None
Supervision Received: Police Support Sergeant

General Purpose of the Position:  This is specialized technical work managing multiple camera systems during evenings and weekends, physical and digital crime scene assessment, combined with the collection, preservation, extraction, and analysis of all video/electronic devices supporting police investigations. The DFE would also provide technical support during the execution of search warrants, during operations requiring or involving video/electronic equipment, and perform other operational duties as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough and documented preservation, extraction, and analysis of camera systems and electronic devices to support Criminal Investigations.

  • Manage evidence logs.

  • Assess physical and digital crime scenes and assist with the execution of search warrants.

  • Identify, collect, inventory, and store evidence securely.

  • Conduct forensic examinations of various media.

  • Document procedure and findings in official police reports.

  • College items of evidence for analysis from affiliates and local agents, and assist with preparation.

  • Testify in criminal or civil matters.

  • Act as liaison to outside-related governmental, educational, and non-profit agencies. Assist with school and community presentations.

  • Assist with traveler operations specific to on-site camera surveillance and forensics.

  • Assist with human trafficking investigations.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.

Skills and Physical Abilities Required:

  • Knowledge and understanding of search warrant language and how to gain authority.

  • Knowledge of how to conduct consent-based searches, and associated authority, scope, and restrictions.

  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing, and to make accurate, factual, concise well-organized reports and presentations.

  • Ability to work in close quarters in undercover environments.

  • Ability to conduct equipment demonstrations and conduct public speaking.

  • Ability to work in small groups.

  • Skill in on-scene digital devise preview and triaging.

  • Skill in the on-scene live acquisition of devices running encryption.

  • Skill in social media investigations.

  • Skill in desktop, laptop, and mobile device forensic analysis.

  • Ability to plan, organize, and use mature judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions following established policy.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.

  • The work is light, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Additional requirements include: balancing, climbing, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Equipment Used:

  • Computer, camera, alternate light source, video equipment, super glue fuming

Education and Experience Required:

Associate’s Degree in Forensics with at least one year of experience in computer forensics. Law enforcement experience preferred. IACIS and CFCO are preferred. Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.

Environmental Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to changing goals, priorities, and needs.  Work typically requires minimal exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions, i.e. irate customers, outdoors weather conditions, excessive noise, extreme heat, odors or dust. This position may require frequent exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.) This position requires handling of evidence and property that may be exposed to bodily fluids and/or blood borne pathogens.

Please apply through the City of Bradenton website.

All questions regarding employment at the Bradenton Police Department may be directed to JoinTheBlue@Bradentonpd.com or (941)932-9367.