Police Media Technician Job at City of Beverly Hills in Beverly Hills

Who We Are

The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high-performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000+ full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment.

The Beverly Hills Police Department is a POST-participating agency with an authorized strength of 145 sworn police officers and 98 full-time non-sworn personnel. BHPD is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of City residents. The department is a leader in early response times and its dedicated officers work with the community to keep neighborhoods problem-free. The BHPD values its reputation as an agency that earns the public's trust through efficient, impartial police service.

Who We Are Looking For

The City of Beverly Hills is seeking a qualified Police Media Technician, who will provide support services to the Beverly Hills Police Department and technical support to the Police Records Manager. The Police Media Technician will design, implement, configure, test, and maintain Body Worn Camera (BWC) and Mobile Audio Video (MAV) systems. The Police Media Technician also provides training and support related to systems, processes discovery, subpoenas, and Public Records Act requests. This is the journey level in the single level technical class. Incumbents initially perform the more routine duties assigned to positions in this series and work under close supervision. However, as experience is gained, incumbents are expected to perform the full range of duties as assigned with increasing independence.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Body Worn Cameras, Mobile Audio Video Systems, and other digital media. They should possess analytical and effective communication skills, high interpersonal qualities, and a desire to enhance the Records Bureau. The position requires exceptional customer service skills and a keen attention to detail. The ideal candidate is a team player, and is responsive and proactive when addressing the needs of the community and the Department. A strong commitment to public service and the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion is critical for the position, as well as the ability to maintain confidentiality and act with integrity.

Selection Process

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and whose interests and experience appear to meet the desired qualifications of the position will be invited to participate in the next steps of the recruitment process which may include:

1. Application Review
2. Scored Supplemental Questionnaire
   (Respond in full to all supplemental questions. Responses such as "see resume" will not be accepted and will result in the disqualification of your application. Further, your responses to the supplemental questions must be supported by the information in your application. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as an assessment tool to determine the most qualified applicants for this position.)
3. Multiple Choice Exam
4. Oral interview(s)
   (The first interview is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 29, 2025.)

Salary & Benefits

Leave Time:

1. Vacation: 80 to 160 hours of annual vacation accrual depending on years of service with the City of Beverly Hills.
2. Holiday: 11 paid holidays per year
3. Sick Leave: 96 hours per year
4. Personal Holiday: 2 personal holidays per fiscal year

Additional Benefits:

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,800 per fiscal year
• Flexible Spending Account that allows pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses.
• A City Wellness program that includes on-site fitness centers

Work Schedule

Incumbents in this position are expected to work 10 hours per day, 4 days per week (including weekend shifts).

Background Investigation

The final step of the selection process requires a thorough police background investigation. The background investigation will include a comprehensive investigation of the candidate's background which includes, Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background check, education and employment history (including a credit, criminal and DMV review), personal statement, employment and personal reference check.

Conclusion

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of Beverly Hills.

Disaster Service Workers: All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

- Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Ensure that the Beverly Hills Police Department’s (BHPD) Digital Media policies, Public Records Act, subpoena, and discovery procedures comply with federal, state, and local legislation and relevant case law.
2. Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation regarding all BHPD issued digital media systems; develop BHPD BWC/MAV quality assurance policies and procedures; provide digital media status and systems reports.
3. Respond to and process discovery, subpoena, and Public Records Act requests; search, export, convert, enhance, and upload media files to designated site or systems. Redact all types of digital media as required.
4. Maintain all BHPD digital evidence in accordance with BHPD evidence policy and procedures; store, save, archive, impound, and purge BHPD digital media per BHPD policy and procedures.
5. Manage timelines and documentation for the subpoena and discovery process to meet deadlines.
6. Liaise and work closely with the Information Technology Systems Integrator, the Public Safety Communications System Technician, the City Attorney’s Office, and the District Attorney.
7. Serve as the primary point of contact for the BHPD MAV/BWC Project Team (e.g., Patrol, Detectives, Traffic, and Records) and all digital media companies.
8. Testify in court regarding BHPD digital media systems security, media files, and BHPD protocols.
9. Train other classifications on Digital Media and BWC/MAV policies, procedures, roles, and responsibilities.
10. Communicate with other law enforcement agencies that utilize BWC/MAV systems.
11. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
12. Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
13. Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
14. Perform related duties as assigned.

Experience and Training

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of responsible technical experience in digital media, digital forensics, or multimedia and processing discovery, subpoena, and/or Public Records Act requests.

Experience working in a law enforcement agency is desirable.

Training:

Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Digital Media, Information Technology, or a related field.

License and Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license.

Knowledge of:

BWC/MAV systems, including software configuration, security levels, and system reports.

BWC/MAV equipment inventory management, quality assurance, and security audits.

BWC/MAV contracts and procurement.

Public Records Act and its implications for municipal law enforcement, discovery requests, and subpoena requests.

Ability to:

Intermittently, review and evaluate documents related to department operations; observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff.

Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.

Operate and use standard office equipment including computers and applicable software.

Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.

Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; produce accurate, neat, and thorough work as assigned.

Safely and frequently operate a motor vehicle in the course of daily work.