Public Disclosure Video Redaction Analyst Salary $39.44 - $47.93 Hourly Location Tacoma, WA Job Type Classified Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 1143-25 Department Management Services Opening Date 02/07/2025 Closing Date 2/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Description The City of Tacoma is looking for data focused records individuals to join a group of professionals who are team oriented, help each other, care about our community, are tech savvy and focused on the details. The positions filled from this recruitment will be part of a team working on requests for videos created as a result of Tacoma Police Department's body-worn camera program. A Public Disclosure Video Redaction Analyst on this team will need experience with body-worn camera video review systems (such as Axon or CaseGuard) and will be required to process evidentiary videos and perform advanced-level redactions of video and audio, ensuring all body-worn camera recording and footage is properly cataloged and can be easily accessed and cross-referenced with case files, archiving videos and data in the system. Public Disclosure Video Redaction Analysts analyze, process, redact and collect camera and video footage from a variety of sources to complete enterprise-wide Public Disclosure Requests (PDRs) in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and mandates. Under general direction, process evidentiary video, conduct research, apply independent analysis and judgement, and utilize technology to review, redact and produce public records. As a subject-matter expert, may coordinate with the City Attorney's Office and other City departments to ensure the public disclosure process is conducted in compliance with applicable requirements. This classification provides guidance and/or training to departmental public records coordinators. Qualifications An equivalent combination of education and experience to: Bachelor's degree in video production, broadcasting, communications or other related field AND three (3) years of experience in videotape/slide program production including operating audio, videotape production equipment. A combination of education and training which provides the experience necessary to perform the functions of the job will be considered. LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS: + Attend annual WAPRO training + Certified Public Records Officer (CPRO) certificate or ability to obtain certification within 2 years of the appointment into the classification + Microsoft Search (Office 365 & SharePoint Discovery Center) software certification, e-Discovery Document Review software certification + Critical Infrastructure Protection Training (CIP) and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Training certification within 30 days of appointment into the classification + Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) certification may be required for some positions + Possession of valid Washington Driver's license at time of appointment may be required + Must successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check + Ability to obtain WA State Notary certification may be required + Applicants are required to submit to a c riminal history check, polygraph examination, fingerprint, and background investigation prior to appointment. Knowledge & Skills + Knowledge of: + Washington State Public Records Act and how it relates to redacting police videos + Redaction software, video redaction applications and related technology + Applying applicable Public Records Act exemptions to video footage + Government public disclosure programs, processes and activities + Redaction software and other relevant technology and techniques + Records retention policies and best practices + Working with confidential or evidentiary material + Skill in: + Processing and responding to public records requests in compliance with the requirements of the Public Records Act + Conducting searches in electronic and paper recordkeeping systems + Utilizing databases to update and research requests for information + Providing customer service when working with tight deadlines Selection Process & Supplemental Information City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. Apply Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental question responses reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts as part of the civil service examination. Applicants who pass the examination will be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates. Appointment is subject to passing a background check. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and Local 483. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 prior to 4pm on the day this posting closes. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives. Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger. Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger. Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type. Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees. Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income. Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. Other Employment Information Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit. Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule. Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees. Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. 01 Responses to supplemental questions must be original content created by the applicant using their own words. The use of online tools or resources to create responses, such as Artificial Intelligence (ChatGPT, etc.), Google, Bing, etc., or plagiarism in any form, is considered cheating and falsification of the application. I understand that any form of cheating or falsification will disqualify my application for further consideration. + Yes + No 02 Do you have an equivalent combination to a bachelor's degree in video production, broadcasting, communications or other related field AND three (3) years of experience in videotape/slide program production including operating audio, videotape production equipment? (Please note, education and experience can be substituted on a year for year basis) + Yes + No 03 If your background is in a related field other than video production, broadcasting, or communications, please elaborate on how your education and experience are equivalent to the required qualifications. 04 Please select all platforms you have experience with. Note, selecting 'None of the above' does not disqualify your application. + GovQA + Evidence.com + Caseguard Redaction + None of the above 05 Please select all areas below that reflect your knowledge and skills. Note, selecting 'None of the above' does not disqualify your application. + State of Washington Public Records Act, RCW 42.56 + The Attorney General's Office's Model Rules on Public Disclosure, Chapter 44-14 WAC + Experience working with Police Body Worn Camera (BWC) videos or records that contain sensitive information, including active investigations, attorney client privilege + Experience redacting BWC videos or records that could include extremely graphic videos or images of injured or dead persons, and applying exemptions to the responsive records and creating/maintaining the privilege log + None of the above 06 INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING TEST: Questions #7-11 are the experience and training test that will be used to establish the eligibility list. These questions will be scored by subject matter experts who will not have access to any of your application materials, and will provide scores based solely upon your answers to the questions. Your answers must stand on their own merit. DO NOT RESPOND WITH "SEE RESUME" in lieu of answering this question, as raters will not have access to your resume or application and this will result in a score of 0 points and you will fail the test. Your score on the experience and training test will ONLY reflect your response to the questions asked. Please indicate "Yes" that you have read and understand the instructions for questions #7-11. + Yes + No 07 Describe a time you had to manage a large volume of video files for a project in a short amount of time. What challenges did you face, and how did you over come them? What organizational strategies did you use? 08 You are using a video editing software and encounter a technical issue that prevents you from completing your work by the project deadline. Describe your troubleshooting process and what steps you would take to resolve the problem. 09 Describe a time you had to learn a new software or technology quickly for a project. What was your approach, and how did you ensure you became proficient enough to use it effectively? 10 This role involves working with sensitive information. Describe your understanding of confidentiality and how you would maintain it in this position. 11 You receive feedback that a video you previously produced and published was insufficient and potentially included frames that should have been removed. How do you respond to this feedback and what steps do you take to prevent similar issues in the future? 12 One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe an experience you have working with diverse groups of people. 13 Please tell us how you learned about this job opening. + Job Interest Card notification + Professional organization + Military organization + City of Tacoma employee + Online job board posting + Word of mouth + LinkedIn + Indeed + Facebook + Instagram + Careers in Government + Government Jobs + Outreach Event + National Diversity Network + African American Job Network + Asian Job Network + Disability Job Network + Latino Job Network + Retirement Job Network + LGBT Job Network + Veteran Job Network 14 Please provide specific information regarding how you learned about this job opening. Thank you, your feedback will be used to evaluate our success reaching the public and refine our methods for future job postings. 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