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SalaryTitle:Digital Forensic Examiner (Wage No Benefits) DSPW0648
State Role Title: Forensic Science Specialist II
Hiring Range: Hourly Rate is $42.70
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of State Police
Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia
Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with the Virginia State Police!
Established in 1932, the Virginia State Police has grown to be the largest police department in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As the mission of the Department has continued to expand, our workforce continues to grow. We embrace our tradition of professionalism and excellence, and we are excited for our future as we continue our journey to become best in class. We are firmly committed to our family-like culture and are seeking to expand our diverse team. We provide an outstanding benefits package, including excellent health insurance, membership in the Virginia Retirement System, deferred compensation, paid leave starting on day one, and other benefits available to Commonwealth of Virginia Employees.
In addition, the Virginia State Police supports its personnel through a comprehensive, holistic Wellness Program. From our Therapy Dog, Piper, to full-time peer support, our wellness staff teaches and coaches “cognitive fitness” for all employees every step of the way. Our Wellness Program fosters a welcoming, peer-oriented, inclusive environment with the resources to support our employees throughout their entire VSP career. We are committed to providing the best so you can be at your best!
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- Conducts computer and digital examiner forensic analysis/imaging to aid in law enforcement investigations and to assist the Department's Professional Standards Unit.
- Instructs law enforcement officers in proper Digital Forensic techniques and evidence handling.
- Performs administrative functions.
- Annually complete cardholder training on proper card usage, security, and procurement guidelines, electronically, within the Department of Human Resource Management’s Learning Center.
- Compliance as required by Executive Order Number Thirty-Five (2019).
Minimum Qualifications
- Considerable knowledge on constructing and dissembling computers; of Windows operating systems and other digital devices for purposes of extracting, examining, and analyzing computer hardware, software, electronically stored data, and other computer related evidentiary materials to assist with investigation and prosecution of criminal cases.
- Skills in assembling and disassembling computers and other digital devices; in troubleshooting basic hardware and software problems; and in examining desktop, laptop, tablets, computer hardware and mobile devices to include game systems such as Play Stations and Xbox.
- Ability to use forensic software applications and hardware to image electronically stored data; to preserve the evidentiary chain of custody; to organize, present and document work procedures within established guidelines; and to testify in court in support of evidence discovery,
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must possess a valid operator's license or ability to obtain prior to hiring.
Additional Considerations
- Experience with criminal investigations and computer forensics preferred.
- Computer and computer Forensic Examiner certifications such as A+, Certified Computer Forensic Examiner (CFCE), and Basic Data and Recovery Analysis (BDRA) preferred.
Special Instructions
A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION SHALL BE REQUIRED OF EACH SELECTED APPLICANT
Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.
Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P.M. on February 2, 2024. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.
PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Employment Unit of the Human Resources Division at civilianemployment@vsp.virginia.gov.
The Department of State Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, parental status, political affiliation, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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