DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity, and providing vital support to the state of Arizona and its citizens.
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AUDIO/VISUAL FORENSIC ANALYST
Address: Phoenix, Arizona
Salary: $55,605.05 - $91,960.96 Annually
Job Summary:
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Audio/Visual Forensic Analyst. The successful candidate will work under general supervision, perform forensic examination, extraction, clarification, and evaluation of audio and video media for use in criminal or administrative investigations and court proceedings. Perform related duties as assigned. This is a competitive classification.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and three (3) years of experience in audio/video forensics and/or computer programming, computer systems analysis, criminal investigations, intelligence analysis, or closely related experience. Possession of a Law Enforcement & Emergency Services Video Association (LEVA) certification or an equivalent certification from another organization may substitute for the required experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is primarily performed in an office setting.
May be required to carry up to 40 pounds.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid State of Arizona driver license.
Travel (in and out of state) may be required to perform certain work functions.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Will be required to respond to crime scenes and work varying, irregular hours, or rotating shifts to include weekends, holidays, callouts, and overtime.
Must have or obtain Law Enforcement & Emergency Services Video Association (LEVA) Forensic Video Technician certification within eighteen months (1.5 years) of hire.
Must have or obtain Law Enforcement & Emergency Services Video Association (LEVA) Video Analyst certification within five (5) years of hire.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees in cooperation with the State of Arizona.
- Accrued vacation pay and sick days
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Deferred compensation plan
- Top-ranked retirement plans
- Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
- Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
- Bus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 223-2290. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.