Deputy - Part-Time - High Tech Forensic Evidence Unit

Under the direct supervision of the High-Tech Forensic Evidence Unit Sergeant. The Deputy will be responsible for assisting members of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies as requested.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• Support of criminal investigations
• Evidence collection and processing from various crime scenes
• Provide written reports regarding the support of criminal investigations
• Provide suspect identification through technologically advanced investigative techniques 
• Provide instructional presentations to the community and other Law Enforcement agencies
• Respond to various crime scenes in order to recover digital video data
• Testify in court regarding investigations and computer forensic processes
• Work closely with other HTCU team members, other HCSO Units, and regional law enforcement partner agencies
• Respond as directed by HTCU supervisors to provide technical expertise and guidance to other HCSO Units and regional law enforcement partner agencies
• Perform other assignments and duties as required and/or necessary

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  The unit supervisor may, at their discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Must be an Honorably Retired Peace Officer
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in law enforcement, record management, or a related field
• Must have an active TCOLE Peace Officer License
• A minimum of two (2) years prior patrol and/or criminal investigative experience

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code 
• Arrest Procedures
• Knowledgeable in the rules of digital and physical evidence
• Advanced techniques to locate and identify suspects 

Skilled in

• Proficient in the use of Superion/RMS, FileOnQ JWEB, CAD/RMS, Polaris, and JOTS computer systems; as well as the use of standard office software programs such as MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 
• Proficiency with report writing skills and excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent communication skills – both written and oral. 
• Microsoft Office Applications 
• Basic open-source intelligence gathering 
• Basic Computer Use 
• Use of basic social media
• Willing to learn advanced computer techniques and applications pertinent to the investigation and prosecution of computer/Internet-based crime including computer hardware and network infrastructure

Ability to:

• Work with computers & current technology
• Effectively manage stressful situations associated with technologically advanced crime scenes 
• Manage a caseload with great attention to detail and effectively utilize time management skills
• Work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Work within complex environments of large-scale operations
• Provide Court testimony relative to the investigation 
• Give public presentations to schools, parents, and organizations on technology-related safety topics. 
• Perform in a high-volume environment with time constraints
• Remain current on the training of new technology in the development of cybercrime investigations 
• Be available to respond to scenes as needed
• Be available to work any shift
• Be available to sometimes work flexible shift hours based on specific case requirements (e.g. search warrants and surveillance)
• Be available to work varying duty hours as deemed necessary; with an excellent attendance record
• Perform in a high-volume environment with time constraints
• Multi-task, and manage a caseload with great attention to detail

• Bilingual
• TCOLE Instructor’s License
• Public Speaking experience

• Applicant submission of the Job Request Packet does not guarantee an interview
• To qualify for this position, the required experience, education, and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history
• Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume for qualifications  
• Experience obtained while in the military must also be included as part of your employment history on the application

Important Notice:
Harris County Sheriff's Office employees are exposed to confidential and law enforcement sensitive information. A thorough background investigation is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. It is essential that you provide accurate information in all aspects of the process. The process will end for applicants who fail to provide truthful information.
 
 Hours:      

• Possibly including Weekends and Holidays
• Overtime and varying duty hours as required

Location:

• Houston

Work Environment:
 This job operates in both a professional office and field environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, office phones, smartphones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The applicant must be willing to learn advanced computer techniques and applications pertinent to digital evidence recovery.

Physical Demands:
The applicant must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds is necessary to lift files and/or boxes of files, documents, equipment, etc.


Equal Opportunity Statement
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.