Police Officer, Integrated Communications Unit

Job ID: 7931

Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

Location: Various, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department:

Date Posted: Jun 27, 2024

Description

INTERNAL JOB POSTING - ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE MTA POLICE DEPARTMENT

Job Title: Request for Consideration – Police Officer, Integrated Communications Unit

Dept/Div: Office of the Chief of Administration, MTA Police Department

Supervisor: Commanding Officer, Professional Standards Division

Location: Various

Hours: Three (3) tours of Twelve Hours Twenty Minutes (12:20) with Four (4) Consecutive rest Days with a Fourth (4th) tour of twelve hours twenty minutes (12:20) every third (3rd) week OR Four (4) consecutive tours of ten hours, 16 minutes (10:16) with three (3) consecutive rest days, as determined by the Chief of Police.

Summary:

The Department is seeking applications from qualified Police Officers who are interested in being considered for the assignment of Police Officer, Integrated Communications Unit.

Responsibilities:

· Provide support to internal entities regarding Body Worn Camera: Command Staff, PSU, Investigative Services, Professional Development, AIU, IAB, Records.

· Train Police Officers in the Use of the body-worn camera and the Evidence.com management system.

· Maintain body-worn camera inventory and assist in equipment distribution.

· Generate body-worn camera compliance reports as needed.

· Redact video footage for FOIL requests, Press Office, and any other requested as needed.

· Redact video footage for FOIL requests, Press Office, and any other requests as needed.

· Provide support to internal entities regarding visual graphics and Presentation: Command Staff, Strategic Initiatives, Professional Development, AIU, Special Operations Division.

· Create and maintain a comprehensive BWC Video Library to be used for training purposes throughout the Department.

· Create internal communications material for the Department’s digital board.

· Create graphics Create graphics and advertising materials for Department events and initiatives.

· Photograph and film various events and operations as needed by the department.

· Create content for the department, including instructional and recruitment videos.

· Must become certified NYS DCJS General Topics instructor within one (1) year of assignment.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Qualified Candidates must, at a minimum, have the following qualifications/requirements to be considered for appointment. Officers currently on probation are not eligible for consideration.

· A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Police Officer with the MTA Police Department

· A minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement experience.

· Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint, Streams, PowerPoint, and Excel.

· Proficiency in preparing and presenting reports and presentations.

· Demonstrated experience with communications and design.

· Experience in the Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Premiere, InDesign, and Illustrator preferred.

· Strong written and oral communications skills.

· Field Training Officer experience preferred.

· NYS DCJS General Topics Instructor certification preferred.

· Must present one (1) original design or communications strategy at the time of the interview. The subject matter of the design is “Body Worn Camera Compliance.” It can be a graphic design, short video (minimum 30-seconds), or written communications strategy. Applicant must be able to present the design/strategy, explain the process in detail, and leave the design/strategy for further review.

Other Information:

Interested employees who meet the above listed qualifications will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Candidates should understand that they are not guaranteed an assignment with the Integrated Communications Unit even if they meet each of the above qualifications.

Candidates who have substantiated discipline/suspension or who have a documented history of lateness or absenteeism not related to sickness or work injury may be removed from interview consideration or consideration for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members to apply