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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Forensic Multimedia Specialist
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (30) Technicians
Class Code: 14121 Salary Grade: OC2
Approved: February 02, 1998 Last Revised: June 18, 2013

Purpose:
 
Under general supervision, performs advanced photography, video, and digital imaging in all areas of
Multimedia Services.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
1. Operates different types of still camera and video equipment 
2. Supports events and evidentiary documentation
3. Operates photo finishing
4. Operates flatbed scanners
5. Provides support for photographic training 
6. Performs audio and video duplication processes
7. Prepares graphics, video or photography exhibits 
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
  None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of various photographic equipment including automatic and manual functions of digital and video cameras.
Knowledge of film, photo finishing, color printing equipment and digital imaging processes
Skill in using computers and related software applications
Skill in oral and written communication
Ability to determine best method of obtaining photographic picture 
Ability to train others
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public
Minimum Qualifications:
 
Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job. 
 
Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of two (2) years
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 

Valid Driver’s License

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.