Digital Forensics Examiner

4 days ago


Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Location

Hobart

Period of Appointment

Fixed Term, Full Time for 2 years.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Duties

To support Tasmania Police investigations by conducting the forensic acquisition, preservation, analysis, and reporting of digital evidence from electronic devices. This role ensures that all processes are conducted in accordance with legislative requirements, evidentiary standards, and recognised forensic best practices.

Essential Requirements

Pre-Employment Checks

The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to:

  • Arson and fire setting;
  • Sexual offences;
  • Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud);
  • Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception);
  • Making false declarations;
  • Violent crimes and crimes against the person;
  • Malicious damage and destruction to property
  • Trafficking of narcotic substance;
  • False alarm raising.
Desirable Requirements

Possession of, or current progress toward, a certificate or diploma-level qualification in Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related discipline, combined with a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in digital forensics or supporting law enforcement operations.

Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

SoD - Digital Forensics Examiner Band 5.docx

SoD - Digital Forensics Examiner Band 5.pdf

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.DOCX

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants

DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe.

As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times.

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Online applications will only be accepted, please click the blue Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Further Information

For further information on this position, please contact Sergeant Lauren McMahon on

Applications close on: Sunday 28th September 2025



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