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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: To Be Determined

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, Internal Affairs Unit, Records, etc.
• Maintain body-worn camera inventory and assist in equipment distribution.
• Generate body-worn camera compliance reports as needed.
• Train police officers in the use of the body-worn camera and the Axon Evidence.com management system.
• Redact video footage for FOIL requests, Press Office, and any other requests as needed.
• Create & maintain a comprehensive BWC Video Library to be used for training purposes throughout the Department.
• Provide support to internal entities regarding visual graphics & presentations: Command Staff, Strategic Initiatives, Professional Development, Applicant Investigations, etc.
• Create internal communications material for the Department’s.
• Creating, curating, and managing published content across various social media platforms to enhance engagement.
• Create marketing & advertising materials for Department events and initiatives.
• Photograph and film various events & 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.

• Must have completed probationary period at the time of appointment.
• Field Training Officer experience preferred.
• NYS DCJS General Topics Instructor certification preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Demonstrated experience with communications, design, and media management, or creating social media content across various platforms.
• Experience in the Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Premiere, InDesign, and Illustrator preferred.
• Experience with web development preferred.
• Strong written & oral communications skills.
• Must present one of the following options:

1. Conduct a 3–5-minute presentation on “Tagging Body-Worn Camera (BWC) Evidence.” This presentation must be prepared prior to the interview and may include a PowerPoint, handout, verbal lecture, etc. Please refer to Manual Section 11-21 Use of Body Worn Cameras.

                                                                                         *OR*

1. Present an original design or communications/social media strategy at the time of the interview. The subject matter of the design is “MTA Police Department Recruitment.” It can be a graphic design, short video (minimum 30-seconds), or written communications strategy. Applicant must submit prior to the interview and be able to present the design/strategy and explain the process in detail.

*** All applicants must leave their presentation material for further review.

Other Information:

Interested employees who meet the above listed qualifications will be requested to submit their presentation/work sample for review and consideration prior to being 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.