Police Audio Video Record Specialist

City-of-SAN-Antoni; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking a Records Compliance Specialist to classify and retain audio and video police records for open records requests. The role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and may supervise staff.

The position is based at Public Safety Headquarters in San Antonio, with standard business hours. Candidates must have an Associate's degree, a paralegal certificate, and CJIS background clearance. Experience in law enforcement records is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of experience researching legal case dispositions or performing records management duties in a law enforcement agency, government, or court setting.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.
• Successful completion of a paralegal certificate from an accredited educational institution within one year of hire.
• Applicants must pass CJIS fingerprint-based background checks; note the stated disqualifications.

Responsibilities

• Tracks and catalogs body camera, in-car camera, and other police video and audio recordings.
• Researches and retrieves requested audio/video reproductions for court, open records, and law enforcement requests.
• Researches criminal case dispositions to determine eligibility for releasing records; coordinates with City Attorney's Office on exceptions within three business days.
• Masks non-participants, juveniles, victims, confidential informants, and undercover officers.
• Redacts confidential information from audio/video records per the Texas Public Information Act.
• Troubleshoots and provides technical assistance related to audio/video systems, retention, storage, and retrieval.
• Coordinates with technology professionals and vendors regarding digital video solutions.
• Provides guidance on Texas Public Information Act laws, city guidelines, and SAPD policies and procedures.
• Assists with procurement and implementation of new equipment and software for records management.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Records management

Legal research

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

Paralegal certificate

Job description

Under general direction, is responsible for the classification and retention of audio and video police records for the processing of Law Enforcement and Open Records requests. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding records retention. May exercise supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

Public Safety Headquarters (PSHQ) - 315 S. Santa Rosa, San Antonio, TX (78205)

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

• Tracks and catalogues body camera, in-car camera, and other police video and audio recordings.
• Researches and retrieves requested audio/video reproductions for court, open records, and law enforcement requests.
• Research criminal case dispositions to determine eligibility of releasing law enforcement records to the public. Coordinates with City Attorney's Office on possible exceptions to disclosure within three business days of receiving requests.
• Masks non-participants, juveniles, victims, confidential informants, and undercover officers.
• Utilizes software to redact confidential information from audio / video records in accordance with the Texas Public Information Act. Redacts audio segments that are not public record.
• Troubleshoots and provides technical assistance related to audio/video systems, retention, storage, protection, and retrieval.
• Coordinates with technology professionals and vendors regarding technical services, software programs, and hardware related to digital video.
• Provides guidance to other personnel on Texas Public Information Act laws, city guidelines, and San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) policies and procedures.
• Assists with the procurement and implementation of new equipment and software related to collection, storage, organization, security, reproduction, and dissemination of audio/video records.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• One (1) year of experience researching legal case dispositions; performing records management duties in a law enforcement agency, government, or court setting; or a related field.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Successful completion of a paralegal certificate from an accredited educational institution within one (1) year of hire.
• Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with redacting confidential information and processing media files (photos and video).

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

• Knowledge of audio and video editing, editing equipment, and equipment maintenance requirement.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal guidelines for records retention and disposal.
• Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act and Texas Public Information Act regulations.
• Knowledge of records management principals, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of technical requirements for audio/video records for storage.
• Knowledge of methods, techniques and practices of research for attorney or legal review.
• Skill in editing and enhancing audio and video recordings.
• Skill in utilizing basic office equipment.
• Ability to store, protect, and retrieve audio/video records.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Ability to work primarily inside an office environment.