TO: Public Safety Committee
FROM: William Evans, Chief of Police
SUBJECT:
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Approval of New Position
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Joliet Police Department- Digital Forensic-Crime Analyst (1 Position)
The Digital Forensic-Crime Analyst will work directly with Detectives, Officers, other law enforcement partners, and the State’s Attorney’s Office. This position will report to the Deputy Chief of Investigations at the Joliet Police Department.
The Digital Forensic-Crime Analyst will perform electronic evidence and data processing to assist detectives with the investigation, analysis, and processing of digital or electronic evidence.
The Digital Forensic-Crime Analyst will need to track crime patterns, and trend correlations to plan with Administration for prevention and suppression of criminal activities.
The Digital Forensic-Crime Analyst will be responsible to report and testify in court on physical and digital evidence.
FUNDING:
In the 2025 Budget we currently have 24 Patrol Officer open positions. This position will be funded by using 2 of the open positions.
Because existing funds are already available, a budget amendment is not necessary.
RECOMMENDATION:
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It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council approve the creation for the Digital Forensic-Crime Analyst position and authorize the Chief of Police to fill the vacancy.
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