Lateral Digital Forensics Unit (DFU) Detective

Minimum RequirementsHighly qualified applicants will have at least 3 years' experience working as a Digital Forensics Unit (DFU) Detective, recovering, analyzing, and preserving electronic evidence, and will either currently be working in the role or have worked in the role within the last 12 months.Selection ProcessOral Board Interview: An assessment of the candidate's qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role.Tabletop Exercise: A scenario-based evaluation conducted following the oral board interview to assess decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.Detective and Field TrainingEmployees must successfully complete the following training to qualify for a solo assignment as a DFU Detective.Detective FTO (DFU): Specialized training focusing on case management, investigative techniques, and DFU‑specific procedures.Patrol FTO: Abbreviated training to establish familiarity with departmental policies, patrol procedures, and operational standards.Failure to successfully complete the Detective FTO phase will result in reassignment to Patrol, requiring completion of the entire Patrol FTO program. If not successful in the entire Patrol FTO program, employment will be terminated during the probationary period.Probationary PeriodEmployees are subject to a one‑year probationary period. After probation, if an employee's performance as a DFU Detective does not “Meet Standards”, they will be reassigned to Patrol.Assignment DetailsDFU Detectives currently work either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, normally 0700 to 1700.On‑call assignments currently average one week per month.All Detectives are currently required to assist with filling staffing shortages in Patrol. Assignments are based on Department seniority and require Detectives to work occasional overtime shifts in Patrol.During the selection process, any applicant who requires accommodation for a disability should contact the human resources department at employment@peoriaaz.gov or 623-773-7100.An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.Peoria es una agencia de igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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