Montgomery County, PA · 15 hours ago
Discovery Analyst
Norristown, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$24/hr - $32/hrMontgomery County, PA is seeking a Discovery Analyst who will work closely with Assistant Public Defenders to provide administrative support in the collection and organization of discovery materials for criminal cases. The role involves obtaining materials, processing and uploading them to databases, and assisting with various investigative tasks.
GovernmentLaw EnforcementPublic SafetySocial Assistance
Responsibilities
Request and obtain materials needed in connection with the prosecution and defense of criminal cases, referred to as discovery, from prosecuting agency
Prepare discovery requests
Process, organize, label and upload discovery materials to department database
Reformat audio, image, and video files
Utilize databases to collect and input information necessary for the defense of criminal cases
Utilize Evidence.com to download and review discovery materials
Utilize audio, photo and video editing software to format, compile, edit, and enhance audio, video and photographic evidence
Use Cellebrite and other cell phone extraction software to both analyze extractions received from the District Attorney’s office and conduct internal extractions and reports
Assist assigned Assistant Defenders with any other investigative/administrative tasks related to the collection and processing of discovery; and
Other duties as assigned by the Chief Defender or her designee
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams), including file management and document organization
Strong technical aptitude with the ability to learn and work across multiple case-management, evidence, and discovery platforms
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, particularly when managing time-sensitive or high-volume discovery
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with attorneys, investigators, support staff, and clients
Ability to share files using Microsoft OneDrive and or physical media (usb drives)
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
Preferred
Familiarity with digital evidence platforms such as Evidence.com or similar law-enforcement or prosecutorial evidence portals
Working knowledge of basic photo and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, VLC, HandBrake, VidCoder, OBS Studio, or comparable tools) for formatting, converting, and preparing media files
Familiarity with mobile device extraction and analysis tools (e.g., Cellebrite UFED, Physical Analyzer, or similar forensic software)
Familiarity with criminal court systems, criminal procedure, or legal discovery processes
Willingness and ability to occasionally work a flexible schedule or hybrid arrangement as operational needs require
Company
Montgomery County, PA
Montgomery County is the third largest county in Pennsylvania.
Founded in 1964
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lee A. Soltysiak
Chief Operating Officer
Tom Bonner
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
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