Cell Site Analyst

Overview

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (BXDA) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By "Pursuing Justice with Integrity," BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.

In furtherance of this mission, BXDA seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Cell Site Analyst. The Digital Forensics Laboratory (DFL), which falls within the Strategic Innovations Division, provides support for the Bronx District Attorney's Office by forensically analyzing various types of digital evidence, including mobile devices like smartphones and tablets, desktop and laptop computers, portable storage devices, and assistance in a variety of technology-related areas. The DFL is seeking to hire an experienced analyst specializing in telephone records analysis. The primary responsibility of the analyst will be to liaise with Assistant District Attorneys and other office personnel in performing detail-oriented examinations of telephone records to support investigations and prosecutions.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required (i.e., must possess technical proficiency with formulas)
• General fluency with computer applications and electronic devices
• Readiness to learn about and adapt to rapid changes in technology
• Ability to handle multiple challenging assignments and perform in a fast-paced environment
• Must possess exceptional oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative ability to devise formatting solutions regarding large or inconsistent data sets
• Ability to devise an organizational system of raw and processed data tables and deliverables
• Rapid data entry skills as required for specific projects
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and high concern for data accuracy
• Examination of telephone records to ascertain significant call patterns and / or geographic relevance of telephone communications
• Extract data to prepare visual aids for investigative purposes and / or for presentation at trial and / or Grand Jury proceedings
• Testify under oath when required regarding analyses performed
• Review analytical work and visual aids prepared by other analysts for accuracy and quality
• Provide assistance to other analysts in the Office related to GIS platforms and act as a subject matter resource on phone records analysis, geo-spatial mapping, and telecommunications infrastructure such as base station technologies related to GSM / CDMA networks, including LTE / VoLTE technologies
• On an as-needed basis, conduct drive tests to collect survey information related to cellular towers for further analysis
• Provide assistance in drafting subpoenas and court orders involving telephone records
• Interaction with telephone companies, law enforcement personnel, and / or city agencies
• Achieve certification or demonstrate proficiency in subjects, tools, and methods identified by the DFL
• Other assigned duties and responsibilities to support the DFL or Strategic Enforcement Division

Benefits

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his / her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

Position

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Skills

QUALIFICATIONS : -Engineering Degree and / or Engineering work experience in the Telecommunications field preferred.-Candidates with prior testimony experience in criminal or civil litigation related to telephone records, or tower interpretation and analysis, will be given preference. If applicable, this should be indicated on both the submitted cover letter and resume.-Candidates with knowledge and previous working experience related to wireless telecommunications infrastructure, including base station equipment and transmitters, radiofrequency, or LTE technology preferred. If applicable, this should be indicated on both the submitted cover letter and resume.-Candidates formerly employed by a major telephone carrier or law enforcement agency will be strongly considered (i.e., familiarity with billing records, call routing, dial plans, etc.)-Candidates familiar with telephone analysis software or GIS platforms will be given preference. If applicable, this should be indicated on both the submitted cover letter and resume.-Experience / skill in working with databases strongly preferred (please note on cover letter)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https : / / studentaid.gov / pslf /

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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