Crime Scene Technician

Duties

This position is responsible for the analysis and documentation of a variety of forms of evidence.

• Responds to crime scenes to identify, document and collect evidence; documents the scene through digital photography, sketches and notes; packages and documents evidence for chain of custody.
• Analyzes items of evidence to determine the absence or presence of controlled substances, dangerous drugs, or listed chemicals; participates in proficiency testing; prepares written reports containing analysis results.
• Utilizes a variety of tools and techniques to identify and preserve latent fingerprints; evaluates and compares fingerprint evidence.
• Conducts physical, microscopic, and chemical examinations and comparisons of firearm and toolmark related evidence.
• Performs serial number restorations on firearms and other stolen property.
• Conducts firearm operability tests.
• Performs firearms discharge residue examinations.
• Maintains strict chain-of-custody in the handling and preservation of evidence.
• Performs technical reviews of other criminalist work to ensure compliance with laboratory approved procedures, accuracy of work, and accuracy of report findings.
• Generates detailed technical reports.
• Assists in developing and updating laboratory policies and procedures.
• Testifies as an expert in federal, superior, state and municipal court.
• Performs related duties.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics or Forensic Psychology

Requirements

Qualifications

• Knowledge of forensic laboratory analysis principles.
• Knowledge of laboratory policies, procedures, guidelines and regulations.
• Knowledge of chain-of-custody laws.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and security procedures.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of the collection, detection, preparation, examination, preservation and documentation of physical evidence.
• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques used in the analysis of physical evidence.
• Skill in planning, organizing, analyzing, decision making, and problem solving.
• Skill in the storage and processing of evidence.
• Skill in the use of office equipment, including a computer, calculator, and office software applications.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

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