Job Description

Salary: $53,586.26 - $79,170.99 Annually Location : Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Type: Permanent Full Time Job Number: 25634A Department: Law Enforcement Division: Digital Forensic Unit Opening Date: 05/12/2025 Closing Date: 5/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Minimum Requirements

1. Must be a current employee of the Broward Sheriff's Office who has completed their probationary period by the listed closing date.
2. Two (2) years of experience as a computer network administrator OR three (3) years of experience with law enforcement investigation principles and techniques.
3. Demonstrated ability to evaluate and maintain hardware and software necessary for the performance of criminal investigations.
4. Additional skills required include: internet usage analysis, computer system diagnostics, understanding and analysis of systems security, and acquisition of forensic electronic evidence and the ability to obtain and process forensic evidence into a format that can be used for legal purposes.
5. Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license throughout employment without any restrictions that affect job performance. Driver license must show current address. All candidates must submit with the application, a Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history.

Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County. Three (3) year, seven (7) year, and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted. If you have possessed a driver's license in any other state in the past 10 years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state. For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that state's division of motor vehicles The search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources. To view information on obtaining the required Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history, please click on the following link: 6. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented for consideration. Nature of Work Under administrative direction, the purpose of this position is to perform entry-level digital forensic investigative support work on computer and other electronic storage devices for criminal investigations conducted within the Broward County Sheriff's Office. Work involves intake, documentation, pre-examination preparation, imaging and device assembly of digital evidence. Employee is responsible for utilizing appropriate safety methods to ensure that digital evidence is properly logged, secured, and maintained in accordance with chain of custody protocols. Position will assist in performing tasks associated with the examination of digital forensics. Incumbent must be available on a call-out basis and may be required to provide assistance outside of their normal schedule as directed. Work involves exposure to pictures, videos and imagery that is obscene and offensive. Employee must understand that digital evidence obtained from crime scenes or in sex / child exploitation cases have a great likelihood of being contaminated with human biological fluids, thus there exists a potential for exposure. Performs related work as directed. Essential Functions/Physical Requirements The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Receives, documents, preserves, and inputs digital evidence into the units' case management system. Disassembles and assembles electronic devices. Performs data extraction of digital evidence. Performs tasks associated with the examination of digital forensics. Assists in the preparation of search warrants, subpoenas, etc., to properly include the seizure of all relevant electronic media as evidence. Inventories, stocks, and shelves items according to unit procedures; disposes of property, materials, goods, supplies in accordance with unit policy and procedures. Previews digital forensic evidence utilizing a variety of forensic tools and investigative methods. Collects, compiles, maintains and presents statistical data at the direction of the unit supervisor. Maintains strict adherence to chain of custody for all evidence and ensures integrity of each item of evidence handled and analyzed. Performs telephone reception in responding to multiple inquiries; provides information and explanation of well-defined rules applicable to the unit. Attends training, seminars, and workshops to gain knowledge of trends and developments in the field of digital forensics. Maintains records, documentation, and/or reports concerning activities performed. Acts as liaison between the unit supervisor, other departments, and outside agencies, gathering and relaying information as needed. May respond to call outs as needed; may attend court sessions pertaining to digital evidence received and integrity of chain of custody. May operate an agency vehicle. Performs related duties as expected. Tasks involve the intermittent performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). May require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavier objects. Work requires the intermittent installation, movement, and modification to voice system equipment and peripheral components. Due to the varying nature and locations of the work environment, tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent with electronics installations and wiring systems. Some tasks include materials handling where physical risks are predictable and/or controllable by observance of standard safety precautions. Tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent with routine conditions in a laboratory/forensics analysis environment, e.g., toxic agents, pathogens, chemicals, organic/inorganic agents. Spends at least 65% of time performing duties that involve the collection, examination, preservation, documentation, preparation, or analysis of physical evidence potentially contaminated by human tissues, body fluids or other health-damaging elements. Broward Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Recruitment Information Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis. BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.

BENEFITS:

The Broward Sheriff's Office values the contributions of its sworn/certified and civilian employees. The agency's outstanding Benefits Package is one of the ways BSO retains its employees and attracts new personnel to the BSO team. Here's a sampling of typical employee benefits: Medical Insurance: Various plans including Open Access options with pre-tax premium conversion available. New employees are eligible on the first of the month following the date of hire. Prescription plans are also offered Domestic Partner coverage: Medical, dental and vision coverage is offered Life Insurance: One times salary for basic life and AD&D at no cost to the employee. Additional voluntary term life and dependent life are also available Dental Insurance: Three plans (DMO, PPO and Indemnity) are available on a pre-tax basis Line of Duty benefits Vision Care Insurance: 100% of the premium for single and family coverage paid for by the Broward Sheriff's Office (in combination with medical insurance election). Voluntary Long and Short-Term Disability Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance Retirement plan under the Florida Retirement System Deferred Compensation Programs available (Employee contribution) Sick leave, annual leave, holiday leave, bereavement leave, military leave, personal day, bonus days Sick leave pool and donated leave program 24-hour fitness center Employee Assistance Program, on-site and through medical insurance Wellness programs including health screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, etc. Florida Prepaid College Program payroll deduction program On-site insurance representatives for medical, dental and vision programs Voluntary Legal aid discount program Flu and Hepatitis B vaccines at no charge

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE PROGRAM:

The Broward Sheriff's Office is recognized as a Drug-Free Workplace pursuant to Chapter 440, Florida Statues. BSO is committed to providing a safe work environment and to fostering the well-being and health of its employees to preserve a happier, healthier workforce. All BSO employees share the responsibility of maintaining a safe, productive and drug-free work environment. BSO is dedicated to programs that enhance the well-being and health of its employees and the public's safety. For information on the Drug-Free Awareness Program: SPM3.19 Drug-Free Awareness Program.pdf 01 Are you currently an employee of the Broward Sheriff's Office who has successfully completed their probationary period by the listed closing date? Yes No 02 Do you have two (2) years of experience as a computer network administrator OR three (3) years of experience with law enforcement investigation principles and techniques? Yes No 03 Are you able to evaluate and maintain hardware and software necessary for the performance of criminal investigations? Yes No 04 Do you have experience with internet usage analysis, computer system diagnostics, understanding and analysis of systems security, and acquisition of forensic electronic evidence and the ability to obtain and process forensic evidence into a format that can be used for legal purposes? Yes No 05 Do you have a valid driver's license without any restrictions affecting job performance? (Please provide a copy of your COMPLETE/ENTIRE driving record with your application.) Yes No Required Question Broward County Sheriff's Office

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