Discovery Compliance Specialist

The City of Cedar Park

ABOUT CEDAR PARK
The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant suburb of over 83,000 residents, located 17 miles northwest of downtown Austin and recognized for its quality of life in the fast-growth dynamic Central Texas region. Cedar Park is the fourth largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, shares a border with Austin, and is ideally situated for corporate headquarters with a growing number of high tech and major manufacturing employers. With deep roots as a small community and ability to retain a hometown feel, it is known for its outstanding schools, probusiness climate and relaxed family environment. Named one of the Best Suburbs for Growing Families and Best Small City in America in 2020, Cedar Park offers all the benefits of life in an emerging first ring suburb in a region known for its high tech, innovation and live music, with desirable neighborhoods, an entrepreneurial business environment, and an effective, well managed city government.

VISION
We image the City of Cedar Park as a family-oriented community, one of compassion, integrity, diversity and many faiths. We are an attractive destination, a leader in business development and committed to an exceptional quality of life for all.

The Position

JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Records Supervisor, the Discovery Compliance Specialist is primarily responsible for the Police Department’s compliance with case discovery protocols. The Discovery Compliance Specialist is responsible for researching, locating, and providing required documents and digital media files to judicial prosecutors and other authorized entities in accordance with law.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains accurate tracking records of all prosecutorial and discovery requests received and fulfilled.
• Researches, locates, and provides complete investigative files in compliance with applicable law, which includes case reports and documents, digital media, photographs, video and audio files, and other evidentiary items.
• Responds to requests from the municipal court related to case reports and evidence.
• Notifies and follows-up with necessary department personnel related to their case responsibilities, including ensuring all applicable personnel are notified of case requests.
• Certifies with the courts that all responsive records and audio/video media have been provided to the requestor and/or uploaded to the appropriate evidence tracking application.
• Maintains working knowledge of applicable legal updates and laws related to evidence disclosure and procedures.
• Uses effective working knowledge of various software programs and databases to appropriately access, manage, and file case evidence and records.
• Testifies in court related to the validity and completeness of the records provided.
• Ensures the integrity and confidentiality of information contained within police case files, including written documents, video, and other forms of evidence.
• Provides requested information to assist with accreditation programs.
• Provides excellent customer service to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, other law enforcement agencies, and representatives of the courts.
• Assists in performing open record requests in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus
• Three (3) years of administrative or clerical experience in a criminal justice field; or,
• Any equivalent combination of experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Notary Public, or ability to obtain Notary Public within 6 months.

The City of Cedar Park strives to provide the best quality of life for its employees, the City provides a number of opportunities for all regular full-time employees to participate in group medical, dental, life insurance and long-term disability programs. Retirement options are provided by the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS). Other programs such as paid vacation time, deferred compensation and educational assistance are also offered. Click here to view our benefits.