Salary: $23.22 - $29.03 / Hour
Final Filing Date: February 9, 2007
Duties: Performs work in the field of crime scene investigations and latent print examinations. Essential functions include: Responds to crime scenes to conduct crime scene investigations; duties include processing crime scenes, photographing crime scenes, taking measurements to produce scaled drawings, and scanning all crime scene film onto computer files to maintain accurate records for retrieval; locates, documents, collects, preserves, analyzes and interprets various types of physical evidence including fingerprints; provides for necessary identification and preservation for latent print use in court of law; conducts laboratory examinations in Police Department investigations as required; conducts testing on evidence or transfers evidence to qualified laboratories; completes supplemental reports and laboratory requests; operates crime laboratory equipment including microscopes, magnifiers, and optical comparators; maintains accurate records and complies with chain of custody requirements; maintains a safe and clean working environment; keeps accurate inventory of supplies for ordering; works overtime assignments and maintains an on-call status 26 weeks per year; must have a 45-minute response time to crime scenes from place of residence; may be required to conduct research and write grants related to crime scene investigation work; and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Requires high school diploma or GED, supplemented by either course work or practical experience in chemistry or laboratory work; three years of related experience; previous law enforcement experience is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Forensics or related field is preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license and a safe driving record.
How to apply: Applications or resumes will be accepted by Human Resources, City of Thornton, 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO 80229, FAX 303-538-7686 or E-mail: jobs@cityofthornton.net. Please note title and job number of position for which you are applying on resume. Job Line 303-538-7555. TDD (For The Hearing-Impaired) – 303-538-7667. Web site: www.cityofthornton.net.
Posted: February 7, 2007
NOTE: crime-scene-investigator.net is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions in employment notices on this web site. Often, employers change final filing dates, change duties and/or requirements, or close employment openings without notice. If you are interested in a job posted on this site be sure to contact the employer to see if changes in the filing date or job announcement have been made. Employers can also provide more information about open positions that does not appear in the announcements on these pages.