Forensic Officer FO-2 - Audio Visual Unit

State Government of Victoria, Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Victoria Police in Melbourne, through the Forensic Services division, seeks a Fixed Term Forensic Officer Level 2 to support the Audio-Visual Unit. You will handle extraction, recovery, analysis and authentication of audio-visual evidence, repair damaged media, and attend crime scenes to assist evidence retrieval.

You will perform examinations under supervision, process case lodgements, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining records and contributing to quality

Qualifications

• Interest in technology such as audio-visual production or IT is desirable.
• Ability to undertake scientific/technical examinations following procedures.
• Experience operating scientific instrumentation.
• Proven administrative skills and detailed record-keeping.
• Strong oral and written communication with stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team and meet deadlines.
• Prepare reports and provide results on technical matters.
• Commitment to customer service and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct examinations of exhibits under direction and supervision.
• Process Exhibits: lodgements, databases, LIMS entries.
• Respond to customer enquiries and arrange exhibit collection.
• Interact with stakeholders and provide information or advice.
• Provide admin support: records, statistics, audits.
• Operate and maintain laboratory systems and equipment.
• Attend crime scenes as required for evidence retrieval.
• Assist in R&D projects as needed.
• Conduct quality controls and maintain documentation.

Skills

Technology interest

Scientific/technical examinations

Instrumentation operation

Record-keeping

Communication

Autonomy/teamwork

Report writing

Ethical conduct

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

LIMS

Databases

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/20047772

The Victoria Police Forensic Services is an accredited laboratory that provides a professional forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice, and the public.

Victoria Police

Forensic Services

Lab Operations – Analytical Services (LOAS)

Audio Visual Unit

Fixed Term Forensic Officer Level 2 (FO-2) position available to 30.06.2028

About the role:

The Audio-Visual Unit provides a range of forensic audio-visual services which include:

• Extraction and recovery of footage from CCTV devices.
• Extraction and recovery of audio and video recordings from a range of digital and analogue recording and storage devices.
• Analysis and authentication of video, images and audio.
• Repair of physically damaged media (tapes, CDs, DVDs).
• Recovery of deleted or corrupted audio-visual recordings.
• Audio, video, and image enhancement.
• Attendance at crime scenes.

This position will support casework functions relating to the examination to the Audio-Visual Unit with a focus on illicit tobacco offences and, where applicable, to other units within the Division which includes both administrative and casework support. The position will also be required to attend crime scenes to assist with the retrieval of evidence.

As the successful applicant, some of your initial duties will include:

• Conduct examinations of exhibits under direction and supervision within defined parameters.
• Exhibit handling, processing of case lodgements using local databases and LIMS case management system.
• Attend to customer enquiries, lodgement of exhibits and contact customers to arrange exhibit collection.
• Regularly interact with a range of internal and external stakeholders to provide advice or general information.
• Provide general administrative assistance including, ordering, maintaining computerised records, database entries, manual records, compiling statistic reports and conducting preliminary audits of casework records.
• Operate and maintain existing systems and processes including technical and scientific equipment.
• Attend and assist at crime scenes and secondary locations where appropriate.
• Assist in relevant research and development projects.
• Conduct quality controls within work area, including keeping records where necessary in accordance with the laboratory quality assurance and accreditation program.
• Present factual evidence in Courts of Law, where required.
• Perform work individually and as a member of a team.

Skills & Experience

As the successful applicant, you will have:

• An interest in “technology” such as audio-visual production, IT, coding, or general IT proficiency is desirable.
• Ability to undertake scientific/technical examinations following established procedures.
• Experience with the operation and maintenance of relevant scientific instrumentation.
• Proven administrative skills including the maintenance of detailed and accurate records.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to impart specialist knowledge and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously and/or in a team environment and to manage workloads in order to meet defined/agreed targets and deadlines.
• Prepare reports and provide results on technical matters relevant to own work area.
• An understanding of the customer service requirements of the position and a demonstrated record of strong commitment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
• A proven record of ethical behaviour and a demonstrated commitment to the Victoria Police Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Organisational Values.

Requirements and relevant information:

• Fixe d Term FO-2 role available to 30.06.2028.
• A relevant tertiary qualification or industry experience is desirable.
• The position will require the incumbent to attend two work sites (VPC, 311 Spencer Street Melbourne and VPFSC, 31 Forensic Drive, Macleod).
• The incumbent must possess a Victorian Drivers Licence and the ability to obtain a Victoria Police approved Driving Authority.
• The position may require the incumbent to work outside the normal daily hours and attend crime scenes.
• The position may require the incumbent to be exposed to material that is offensive and/or graphic in nature.
• Undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
• May be required to undergo National Security Vetting and achieve and maintain a security classification rated as Secret (Negative Vetting Level 1). To achieve this, you must be an Australian Citizen.
• Provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only)
• We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflect, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.

For further information on this role contact: [e-mail]

We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team via email [e-mail]

About Us:

Victoria Police have a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.

Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.

In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.

We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.

Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps