Lateral Digital Forensics Unit (DFU) Detective

City of Peoria, Arizona; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria, AZ Police Department seeks an experienced Digital Forensics Unit Detective to join the DFU. You will recover, analyze, and preserve electronic evidence, applying case management and investigative techniques.

This position requires at least three years of DFU Detective experience, with duties including on-call staffing in Patrol, occasional overtime, and participation in the selection process. The department offers training, a Detective FTO path, and a probationary period.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience as a DFU Detective recovering, analyzing, and preserving electronic evidence.
• Experience within the last 12 months in a DFU role or currently still in the role.
• Ability to participate in oral board interviews and tabletop exercises.

Responsibilities

• Undertake DFU investigations and process electronic evidence.
• Work on assignments that may require on-call duties and overtime in Patrol.
• Assist with staffing shortages in Patrol based on department seniority.

Skills

DFU Detective experience

Digital Forensics

Evidence preservation

Job description

Application Deadline

January 3, 2027

Salary Range:

Min $35.67 - Mid $42.93 - Max $50.19

Department:

Police

Minimum Requirements:

Highly qualified applicants will have at least three years’ experience working as a Digital Forensics Unit (DFU) Detective, recovering, analyzing, and preserving electronic evidence, and are currently still working in the role or have worked in the role within the last 12 months.

Selection Process

• Oral 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 Training

Employees must successfully complete the following training to qualify them for a solo assignment as an 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, it will result in termination of employment during the probationary period.

Probationary Period

Employees are subject to a one-year probationary period. After probation, if an employee’s performance as an DFU Detective does not “Meet Standards”, they will be reassigned to Patrol.

Assignment Details

• DFU 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.

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Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community’s needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.

Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.