Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Perform a variety of administrative and technical duties in the locating, copying and distributing recordings of 911 calls, radio audio transmission, video, text messages, and/or any recorded phone conversations; make copies of any audio, text, video or any other form of recorded or photographic media; testify in court regarding the chain of custody, preservation, and processing of audio, text, and video evidence.
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Non-Exempt, Non-Safety Sensitive.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from assigned Communications Center Supervisor.
PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Locate, copy, and distribute recordings of 911 calls, radio audio transmissions, video, text messages, and/or any recorded phone conversation that is either generated, received, collected, retrained, or stored within the Grand Junction Communications Center or Grand Junction Police Department.
2. Locate, copy, distribute, or retain in evidence any videos, data, or recordings generated through a digital video and audio recording system; make copies of any video, data, audio or any other form of recorded or photographic media that has been submitted as evidence or safekeeping by members of the Communication Center or Police Department.
3. Protect, store, and establish chain-of-custody records on audio, data, or video evidence; guard master copy and duplicate copies of audio, data, and video evidence against magnetic fields, static electrical charges, electrical hazards, and accidental erasure.
4. Perform tape and compact disc duplication as requested by attorneys, investigators or other personnel; maintain appropriate documentation and return originals to assigned storage location.
5. Digitize analog audio and video recordings to facilitate digital processing; duplicate and make multiple copies of digital evidence in various media formats; convert or transcode digital media from one format to another; copy media; output data to an analog or digital medium.
6. Performs a variety of clerical tasks such as monitoring and ordering supplies and preparing and maintaining various section documents and files.
7. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Methods and techniques of processing, cataloging, documenting, storing and releasing video, data, and audio evidence.
Principles and procedures used in evidence control.
Basic analog and digital audio and video technology.
Basic concepts of photographic enhancement.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
Customer service procedures and principles.
Principles and practices of record keeping.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications.
Applicable tools and equipment operations.
Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.
Ability to:
Learn and understand how to use a variety of software applications.
Maintain the integrity of evidence and chain of custody in accordance with established guidelines.
Testify in court.
Read and understand court orders and reports.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and City employees.
Establish and maintain accurate records, logs and files.
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computer and various software applications.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Speak, read, comprehend, and write the English language fluently.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
One (1) year of experience in an office environment with software applications and Microsoft Office products.
Training:
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
License or Certificate
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
The job is performed in the following working environment:
Office environment; exposure to computer screens.
The following condition(s) may be present on a continuing basis:
Local Travel
Physical Conditions:
The job is characterized by:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
The following activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, hear, see and demonstrate manual dexterity. The employee is also required to perform light to moderate lifting. The employee must be able to carry and set up equipment and supplies as needed for the position.