What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crime Scene Technician (Grade 14) position at City of Huntsville, AL?
Nature of Work
THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE’S POLICE DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!
The City of Huntsville’s Police Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our
Crime Scene Technician position(s).
Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.
Come join our growing Police Team! Apply today!
About our Department:
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is located near the City’s downtown business and historic districts. Huntsville has 3 Police Precincts, approximately 500 sworn officers, 200 civilian personnel and patrols an area around 220 square miles. HPD is a “Professional Law Enforcement Organization” utilizing modern technology, state of the art equipment and comprehensive training techniques. The Department is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency through the “Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement” (CALEA).
Crime Scene Technician Position at a Glance:
This is technical work in processing crime scenes. Work involves ensuring the orderly collection, categorization, classification, safe transport, and storage of evidence gathered at a crime scene. Identifies, collects, examines, interprets, classifies, preserves, and presents evidence from crime scenes, such as biological evidence, latent fingerprints, tire prints, firearms, shoe sprints, tool marks and other physical evidence. Processes evidence in the field or workstation using special powders, chemical solutions, forensic light sources, and various cameras, lenses, and filters to develop and preserve evidence. Prepares detailed reports of scenes that have been processed and any involvement during the investigation. Photographs major crime scene and serious accidents.
Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements
Bachelor's Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education with major course work in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Crime Scene Management, or a related field.
Valid driver's license
Basic Crime Scene Investigator Certification within six (6) months of hire.
FARO Operator Certification within eleven (11) months of hire.
International Association of Identification (IAI) Certification is desired.
Must submit to a fingerprinting background check if selected for hire.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment supplemental application if and polygraph examination if selected for hire.
For More Information Regarding the Crime Scene Technician Job Duties, Please Visit the Website Below:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/1366317
Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request