Crime Scene Specialist

Pay Range: $44,497-$71,640 | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Essential Functions

• Processes crime scenes; examines crime scenes for evidence; identifies, collects, and preserves physical evidence.
• Performs crime scene photography and sketching; maintains control and chain-of-custody over physical evidence collected.
• Ensures proper handling, packing, and transport of evidence to crime laboratories; performs crime scene processing according to established rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Processes evidence; tests, evaluates, and compares trace evidence; utilizes established laboratory techniques and processes.
• Completes and submits reports regarding the testing, evaluation, and comparing of evidence.
• Processes and examines latent print cards; utilizes the latest technology and methods available in the development of latent prints.
• Evaluates and identifies latent prints to known inked impressions.
• Documents all investigative information; prepares detailed case reports and records; enters/uploads information into department databases.
• Verifies accuracy and completeness of information.
• Participates in court activities; prepares cases for prosecution; testifies in judicial proceedings regarding findings and procedures used in evidence collection and processing.
• Attends shift meetings, training sessions, and seminars to remain knowledgeable of departmental operations, improve job performance, and stay current with changing policies, procedures, codes, investigation techniques, and criminal/civil case law.
• Operates and maintains a motor vehicle, digital camera, video camera, forensic processing tools and equipment, fingerprinting tools and equipment, laboratory tools and equipment, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, or related field required; one year of experience in a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.