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Job Announcement 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. Why work for Chandler. Diverse and inclusive environment Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community Dress code is business casual 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 Who we are 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. Who we are looking for 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. To view the complete job description, please click here. 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. Minimum qualifications Must possess a Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and Must possess at least 2-years of experience in computer forensics, mobile forensics, forensic audio/video analysis, or related discipline and Must obtain and maintain Arizona DPS Terminal Operator Certification Level A within six (6) months of hire and Must possess a valid Driver License with acceptable driving record and, Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work. Desired qualifications Completion of the Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) through IACIS or an equivalent certification.

Supervision Work is performed under the supervision of a division supervisor or manager. This position does not supervise others. Application Process NeoGov Application Resume and College Transcript Submission Preliminary Background Questionnaire Submittal & Review Spark Hire Virtual Interview (depending on number of applications received) Oral Board Interview Background Investigation Polygraph Examination Psychological Evaluation Interview with Chief of Police Work Schedule 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 City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment background check, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.