Video Technician Job at NYC Department of Social Services in New York

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.

In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Video Technician. The Technical Investigations Bureau is comprised of the Digital Forensic Laboratory and the Video Laboratory. The Video Lab is responsible for recording homicide, police-involved shooting, and serious felony crime scenes as well as recording suspects' statements. The Video Lab collects video surveillance at crime scenes, and duplicates, edits, and prepares content for ADAs to use during grand jury presentations and at trial. The Technical Investigations Bureau is seeking video technicians. Under supervision, with wide latitude for independent judgment and initiative, the Video Technicians will be responsible for providing 24-hour, 7-day-a-week support to Assistant District Attorneys investigating homicides and other serious felonies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Respond to crime scenes, police precincts, hospitals, and other pertinent locations at the request of the District Attorney.
• Record on videotape crime scenes and statements by defendants and witnesses and preserve and maintain them for use as evidence in court.
• Retrieve surveillance footage, preserve and maintain this media for use as evidence during trial, and create duplications for discovery purposes.
• Perform tasks related to NYPD’s Body Worn Camera (BWC) Program deployment, including downloading, duplicating, editing, and redacting BWC footage.
• Provide the District Attorney’s Office with technical support for courtroom presentations to audio/video recordings redactions.
• Create duplications, and/or perform edits.
• Play any audio/video tapes and disks that become evidence, as well as clarifications to overcome acoustic and visual problems in courtrooms.
• All other duties as assigned.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his/her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to the above.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or a High School diploma/GED.
• A valid New York State driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience is preferred and must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• Familiarity and experience with: Video and Photo Editing, Video Playback, Disc Duplication, File Conversion, MS Office, Surveillance Footage Retrieval a Plus.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize workloads.
• Familiarity with a wide spectrum of Computer and Video/Photo Editing technology.
• Able to carry 60 lbs. of equipment.
• Superior Computer Skills are required.

Residency Requirement:

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information:

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.