Police Video Technician

JOB TITLE: POLICE VIDEO TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT: POLICE

LOCATION: 600 SW ADAMS STREET, PEORIA, ILLINOIS

HOURS: 8:00am- 5:00pm – Monday through Frida

EMPLOYEE’S MUST RESIDE WITHIN THE CITY OF PEORIA

SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to preserve, maintain, tag, store and release video records for the Police Department and provide service to both internal and external customers. This is accomplished by managing the complete suite of video systems currently operated by and any video systems acquired by the department in the future and managing any legal or Freedom of Information (FOIA) requests for custodial footage. The position will also be responsible for managing system security, maintenance, storage, retrieval, transfers, copying, dissemination, and destruction according to legal and policy requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Work requires knowledge of a specifc vocational, administrative or technical nature which may be obtained with six months to one year of advanced study past high school, and at least one year of substantially related experience. Knowledge of policies and procedures of records retention and release, body wear camera, and video management software preferred. Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job considered. Must have valid Illinois Driver’s License or have ability to meet the transportation requirements of the job. Requires typing speed of 45 wpm. Must be able to obtain certification as a FOIA officer with the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.

IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES: Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the department’s work environment. Work requires providing basic information and advice to others on specific problems or general policies. Contacts will require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Requires ability to write reports, prepare letters, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Must be able to read technical journals, reports, reviews, and/or legal documents.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 20 pounds. Must be able to view hard copies as well as documents and videos on computer. Regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve non-routine problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with a variety of City staff, customers, and others encountered in the course of work. Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet.

*Please notify the Human Resources Department if accommodations are required to participate in the selection process.

LETTERS OF INTENT FROM QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES AND APPLICATIONS FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CITY HALL, 419 FULTON, ROOM 403, PEORIA, IL 61602 UNTIL THE DEADLINE DATE. FAX# (309) 494-8587, PHONE# (309) 494-8575; E-MAIL humanresources@peoriagov.org; WEBSITE www.peoriagov.org. EMPLOYEE’S MUST RESIDE WITHIN THE CITY OF PEORIA. AN EMPLOYEE’S UNAUTHORIZED RESIDENCY OUTSIDE THE CITY OF PEORIA SHALL BE GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE TERMINATION. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST PASS MEDICAL EXAMINATION INCLUDING A DRUG SCREEN PRIOR TO HIRE. OFFICIAL CLASS SPECIFICATIONS AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.26 - $23.46 per hour

Benefits:

• Credit union membership
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Peoria, IL 61602: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person