Body Worn Camera Video Program Specialist (Program Specialist I)
Anne Arundel County - MD, United States
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Overview
The Anne Arundel County Police Department is committed to the pursuit of excellence. We uphold public trust by being honest and maintaining the highest standards of ethical and moral character.
This posting will be used to fill a full-time, permanent, and safety-sensitive Body Worn Camera Video Program Specialist (Program Specialist I) position working in the Central Records Section of the Anne Arundel County Police Department.
Duties and responsibilities of this position include reviewing and preparing law enforcement body-worn camera audio and video recordings for release to internal and external customers. Applicants with experience or interest in law enforcement body-worn camera systems and/or video/audio editing systems are highly encouraged to apply.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
The occupational field of program management work involves directing or carrying out assignments in one or more programs or management staff functions that are directly related to the agency's mission of providing services to County residents. This field of work is distinguished from management-support functions such as personnel, budgeting, or other administrative-type tasks which are designed to facilitate the activities of other employees providing direct services. The majority of contacts are with employees in the same or other departments and agencies of the County government, State and Federal agencies, non-profit and private sector organizations, or citizens. The purpose of the contacts, which normally are cooperative with both parties working toward mutual goals, are for coordinating or resolving program operating problems and/or provide technical or subject-matter information.
An employee in this class utilizes knowledge of program management support and program subject matter principles, techniques, functions, regulations, and procedures in carrying out a variety of standard assignments within a defined area of one or more programs. Assignments may also require knowledge of and skill in using computer and automated office technology. Some recurring contract monitoring responsibilities may be assigned to positions in this class appropriate to the level and type of other duties assigned. The employee independently plans and carries out the aspects of program implementation and resolves problems and deviations in accordance with policies and program practices. The supervisor reviews methods and approaches used in carrying out the program for conformance to policy and established requirements. The employee uses discretion and independent judgment in locating, selecting, and applying the appropriate guidelines, references, and procedures to respond to specific situations and may determine which of several alternative courses of action to use. The work involves a range of recurring problems and issues requiring the employee to decide on factors that must be identified and analyzed to determine relationships with existing criteria. Work output affects the social, physical, or economic well-being of program participants or recipients of services.
The work is primarily sedentary, is performed in an office environment, and presents no significant hazards. Employees may have supervisory responsibilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the program areas related to the department/agency to which you are assigned.
General understanding of applicable County, State, and/or Federal regulations and procedures, as required.
Knowledge of contract administration and monitoring, as required.
Ability to prepare, interpret, and evaluate program proposals and modifications.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with people.
Ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office, if necessary.
Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
Experience: One (1) or more years of experience using non-linear video and audio editing systems.
NOTE: The four-year college degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to four (4) additional years of experience using non-linear video and audio editing systems for a total of five (5) or more years of experience using non-linear video and audio editing systems.
ADDITIONAL NOTES: This is a Safety Sensitive position and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. The selection process includes a comprehensive background investigation.
Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:
- Experience using law enforcement body-worn camera digital evidence management systems.
- Experience working in a law enforcement environment.
- Experience handling and protecting confidential data and information.