Public Safety Digital Media Producer - City

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Public Safety Digital Media Producer - City

Oklahoma City, OK, United States

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PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS:Pay Range: 512NEHourly Rate: $29.46 - $45.06FLSA Status: Non-ExemptThe normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City's step placement policy.OVERAGE POSITIONThis position is an overage. Funding for this position will be re-evaluated on a fiscal year basis.BACKGROUND CHECKCivilian employees of the Oklahoma City Police Department must successfully complete a comprehensive background check and polygraph test prior to employment.POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICYThe Oklahoma City Police Department's Body Art/Visible Tattoo Policy is available at the following link: https://joinokcpd.com/tattoo-policy. Please ensure you have read the policy, understand the policy, and are willing and able to comply with the policy. APPLICATION, HIRING, AND BACKGROUNDWhen completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions. These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position. Completion of the application questions is required. Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked. Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume, sufficient to demonstrate qualifications for the position. Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, DD214 or NGB Form 22, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one file for upload. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.Each application submission is reviewed independently. For detailed information about the City's hiring and background processes, check out the: Quick Guide to Hiring and Background ChecksIf you have questions, check out the: Frequently Asked QuestionsPlease note the background check process for Police Department positions is specified above.TOTAL REWARDSAt the City of Oklahoma City, our Total Rewards package is designed to honor your service, fuel your growth, and support every part of your life. We offer:Competitive payAn average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirementA comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and developmentExplore all the ways we invest in you: City of Oklahoma City Total RewardsPOSITION DESIGNATIONSThis job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.This job classification has been designated as a cyber security sensitive job classification effective June 26, 2023, in order to comply with United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division's Criminal Justice Information Services Security Policy (Version 5.9.2, 12/07/2022), 5.12 Policy Area 12 Personnel Security. The policy requires national fingerprint-based records checks be conducted prior to granting access to criminal justice information for all personnel who have unescorted access to unencrypted Criminal Justice Information (CJI) or unescorted access to physically security locations or controlled areas (during times of CJI processing). Employees in this job classification will be subject to a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Interstate Identification Index (III) Fingerprint Background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Additionally, employees in this job classification must complete the required CJIS Security and Privacy Training and pass the online certification test. DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATIONEmployees assigned to this role within the Police Department will be tasked with reviewing sensitive and potentially disturbing materials, such as graphic videos related to ongoing investigations. This work may involve exposure to difficult and emotionally challenging content. The nature of the work performed may also expose individuals to harsh language, inappropriate situations, or other distressing circumstances. Applicants should be prepared to handle these situations with professionalism, emotional resilience, and confidentiality.JOB SUMMARYThis position is located in the Training and Recruiting Section of the Public Safety Support Division of the Police Department within the City of Oklahoma City and reports to an immediate supervisor. An employee in this classification is responsible for all creative and technical aspects of producing original video content to be utilized in conjunction with social media, the web, and other public-facing and internal platforms. Essential Job functions include: developing program and media concepts, including creating, producing, directing, and editing a wide range of videography projects; operating various field and studio production equipment; planning and directing live programs or meetings; livestreaming events for social media; writing script; and editing work product. Using standard or online social media platforms, the employee produces original media content which may include still photography and recorded or live audio and video productions. Additional duties may require driving to crime scenes or emergency incidents and other non-emergency venues to record media material. Due to the nature of the work, the employee may be exposed to photographs and video footage of traumatic events and public safety critical incidents which may be graphic and disturbing. The employee's work products, in some instances, will be disseminated to the public in real time, through social media, which could have a direct impact on the safety of emergency responders and/or residents. Superlative judgement and confidentiality related to all public safety matters and victims' rights of privacy and dignity is imperative. The employee has frequent contact with elected officials, managers, media representatives, community partners, and other city employees. The work is performed independently following general instructions by supervisory staff. Work is reviewed at the supervisor's discretion for technical quality, creativity and effectiveness in meeting department objectives. VETERANS PREFERENCEHonorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. JOB REQUIREMENTS Knowledge of multimedia production techniques.Skill in operating numerous types of audio-visual equipment.Skill organizing information.Skill in verbal and written communication.Skill designing and coordinating creation of production layout.Skill planning and directing program productions.Ability and willingness to work independently.Ability to think creatively.Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality pertaining to investigations and victims' rights of privacy.Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator).COMPETENCIESOne City, One Team (Teamwork/Team Oriented) (1) Recognizes, values, and leverages the ideas, opinions, and perspectives of others; (2) participates willingly and effectively as a team lead or team member; (3) builds consensus; fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust; (4) collaborates with others to accomplish goals and objectives and achieve results; (5) expresses facts, ideas, messages, and information (technical and non-technical) to individuals or groups clearly, concisely, accurately, understandably, with honesty, tact, and diplomacy and in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience; (6) actively listens, clarifies information as needed; (7) [Core Value One City, One Team] shares information, resources and solutions across departments; (8) [Core Value One City, One Team] asks for help early and offers it often; (9) [Core Value One City, One Team] collaborates across teams before decisions are made.Service First (Customer Centric) (1) Demonstrates commitment to public service; (2) serves and satisfies internal and external customers in a timely and effective manner; (3) establishes, commits to, and maintains high standards for producing quality work products and being responsive to customers; (4) supports the Department/City's mission; develops and executes strategies with the customer in mind; (5) [Core Value Service First] acts quickly and follows through until the job is complete; (6) [Core Value Service First] serves everyone with genuine respect, diligence and professionalism; (7) [Core Value Service First] makes decisions with the people we serve in mind.Respect Always (Leads Through Influence) (1) Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; (2) gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals; (3) works with others towards achieving agreements that may involve exchanging resources or resolving differences; (4) understands the concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence, and monitor rel