Computer Forensic Specialist - Department Promotional - Sheriff

Kern-County,-CA; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern County Sheriff's Office seeks a Computer Forensics Specialist to join its team and participate in the structured examination process. Candidates must meet minimum education or experience requirements and anticipate a background check and post-offer testing.

The role sits within the county's Sheriff’s Office, with an emphasis on security, investigative support, and timely qualification for appointment from an eligible list.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience equivalent to Evidence Technician II in Kern County classification.
• Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units in computer science, business, law enforcement, administration of justice, or related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform duties.

Skills

Two years experience

Education

60 semester units / 90 quarter units

Job description

Examinations:

Appraisal (Weight 100%): of training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the work based on any combination of the following: Investigation, oral exam and rating of application.

Should an oral exam be necessary, the oral exam will be weighted 100%.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Examination components for promotional testing will be administered during the scheduled date/time/location without exception.

Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards:

• Two (2) years of experience equivalent to Evidence Technician II in the Kern County classification system.
• OR
• Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of college coursework in computer science, business, law enforcement, administration of justice, or a related field.
• OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle driver's license is required at time of appointment.

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made at the Kern County's Sheriff's Office. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

This position works within the Kern County Sheriff's Office. For more information about the department, please view their website here.

Growth Mindset

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Kern County Sheriff's Office will seek and retain qualified individuals who maintain a high moral character, are ethical in all facets of life, and are trustworthy and professional when serving our community. To learn more about the 7 pillars of the ideal candidate please click here.

Full Job Description: Computer Forensics Specialist