Video Analyst

The Team you are Joining Who We Are :

The Halton Regional Police Service contributes to the safety and well-being of more than 620,000 residents in Halton Region which includes the Towns of Milton, Halton Hills and Oakville, and the City of Burlington.

It is our continual pursuit of excellence that keeps Halton at the forefront of policing and as a leader in the public safety arena.

Through upstream approaches, partner collaboration, training, community engagement and a strong focus on inclusion and diversity, we have been able to maintain Halton’s status as the safest Canadian municipality with a population of 100,000 or more.

This is exemplified through deep collaboration between our growing team of over 1,100 members and our residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, and municipal governments.

The Regional Investigative Services Team Computer Crime Unit is currently seeking a dedicated Full-Time Video Analyst. You will play a pivotal role in supporting our service's evolving audio-visual and computer multi-media technical support and provide expert advice to all units of the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) in the operation of software, hardware, and equipment.

As a key team member, you’ll collaborate with skilled investigators, where you will contribute to the implementation of cutting-edge initiatives that empower our strategic units to revolutionize the way policing utilizes next-generation technical support solutions.

If you are passionate about audio-visual and state of the art multimedia computer technology, eager to make a positive impact, and dedicated to community safety, this is the ideal environment to channel your skills and expertise in a meaningful manner.

About the Role How you will Contribute to the Service :

This role will be responsible for providing audio-visual and computer multi-media technical support and advice to all units of the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS).

The Video Analyst is trained to use specialized forensic software to analyze, process, enhance, and maintain multimedia evidence for criminal investigations and court testimony.

This position is required to attend crime scenes or relevant locations where video systems exist to gather video evidence for Police use.

Here's what you’ll get to do :

• Installs, tests, adjusts, replaces, or maintains video recording system / equipment used for analysis.
• Attends crime scenes or other relevant locations to retrieve video evidence to support investigations.
• Collects, analyzes and prepares video evidence for court. Ensures continuity of evidence
• Utilizes enhanced imaging software to produce forensically sound video evidence.
• Assists Uniform Patrol, Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) and Regional Investigative Services (RIS) officers with processing and analysis of multimedia evidence and video systems.
• Forensically processes, captures and / or enhances various images and / or video, which may become evidence in Court.
• Records accurate logs of analysis work, prepares presentations and reports on evidence and technical issues.
• Maintains audio / video / digital records library by receiving and cataloguing new video.
• Provides expert testimony in Court, as required. Provides detailed explanations in court on how videotapes / digital video and images are recorded, compression of digital images, and date / time stamping.
• Maintains log for tracking equipment booking and returns by other units.
• Conducts research on surveillance systems, forensic analysis, and audio / video / digital related new technology and tools.
• Provides informational presentations to Officers regarding the proper collection and handling of video evidence.
• Maintains membership in LEVA, OFVAA and other relevant organizations that support the forensic video community.
• Liaises with security industry and video analysts from other police services to exchange information and seek required assistance with recording systems or equipment, where required.
• Other related duties as assigned.

What you’ll Bring to the Role :

Education, Certifications and Qualifications :

Two-year community college diploma required in video and television production, photography, or other related field plus knowledge in analogue and digital video recording systems.

Previous Experience, Knowledge and Skills :

• Two years’ experience working with image processing software, editing software, cameras and scanners.
• Ability to import / view / extract images from a given video using common CCTV viewing programs.
• Ability to process / enhance / clarify images using an appropriate level of processing software.
• Must have advanced computer knowledge / skills, and be familiar with the operation of computer-based editing and video processing systems.
• Must be experienced in processing digital images, as well as having a basic knowledge of the principles of photography.
• Previous knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite, Amped Five, Axon Investigate or Magnet Witness software applications would be preferred.
• Previous hands on experience with editing, enhancing, and / or manipulating images on video recording systems will be considered an asset.

Note : The successful applicant will need to pass a background check to the satisfaction of the Service which will include reference checks with previous employers, verification of educational achievements, and a criminal background screen.

What We Offer :

We offer the opportunity to join a progressive work environment with a leading police service. Our Service is committed to the values of Trust and Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Excellence, Teamwork and Justice.

We provide our employees with a competitive salary and benefits package which includes but is not limited to comprehensive healthcare benefits, training and development opportunities, paid leave, onsite fitness opportunities, access to wellness resources and participation in a defined benefit pension plan Ontario Municipal Employee Retirement System (O.

M.E.R.S.). This position is based out of our Oakville Headquarters facility which is located at the QEW and North Service Road West.

Salary Range : $ 77,844 -$85,541 per annum

How to be Considered for This Exciting Opportunity :

Please apply on line with a resume and a detailed letter outlining your experience and skills and how they relate to this role with the Service.

This should be forwarded in confidence to our Staffing Advisor, Human Resource Services, quoting Competition #53-C-24A by July 11, 2024 .

All applications must be submitted to the Service’s on-line system to be considered for this vacancy. . Various skills assessments may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Please Note : The Halton Regional Police Service and HRPA are working on modernizing the job evaluation program. Once the program has been established, all civilian positions, including this position, will be evaluated under the new job evaluation program which may result in a change to the rate of compensation.

The Halton Regional Police Service strives to be an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices.

We encourage and welcome applications from all who may contribute to the further diversification of our organization. Should you require an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and / or the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) during any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to remove any barriers.

Please do not hesitate to let us know by contacting us for assistance at [email protected].

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our organization. Only those who are selected to advance through the recruitment process will be contacted by our team.