Employment Opportunity

Crime Scene Investigator, Gun Crimes

Prince George's County Police Department, Landover, Maryland

Salary: $90,000.00 Annually

Final Filing Date: October 8, 2024

The Prince George’s County Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill vacant Limited Term Grant Funded (LTGF) Crime Scene Investigator positions, Grade G18, in the Major Crimes Division Gun Crime Unit.

This is entry-level professional inspectional and investigative work. The incumbents will be assigned to the Gun Crime Unit where they perform the primary duties of documentation, evidence collection, preservation, and processing evidence related to firearm incidents. Incumbents are responsible for generating accurate, complete, and comprehensive reports required to conciliate/mediate complaints or to prepare cases for judicial action/consideration.

These Limited Term Grant Funded position under the Prince George’s County Violent Crimes Grant supports the Police Department’s Violent Crime Reduction Initiative by helping to reduce existing gaps in services and will foster collaboration and cooperation among partner agencies and stakeholders. The program addresses violent crime by targeting and arresting suspects involved in the commission of gun violence, homicides, gang/crew members and associates, and repeat offenders.

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Duties

Examples of Work

Responds promptly to crime scenes involving firearms-related incidents.
Assists in securing the crime scene to preserve the integrity of evidence.
Collects, documents, and processes physical evidence such as firearms, shell casings, bullets, and other ballistic materials.
Utilizes specialized equipment to recover latent fingerprints, DNA, and other trace evidence.
Photographs and sketches crime scenes to document the location and condition of evidence accurately.
Prepares detailed reports on evidence collected and ensure proper chain of custody.
Works closely with detectives, forensic specialists, and other members of the Gun Crime Unit.
Communicates findings and provides support during investigations and court proceedings
Labels, packages, and transports evidence properly to the appropriate storage or forensic analysis facility.
Maintains meticulous records of evidence handling and storage procedures.
Adheres to all departmental protocols, legal standards, and grant requirements.
Maintains information on the latest evidence collection techniques and forensic technologies.

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

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in programs involving investigative and social relations skills such as criminology, law enforcement, business or public administration, one of the social sciences or related fields.
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Pass a thorough background investigation.
Pass a drug screening.
Work shift work to include (day/evening/midnights), weekends, holidays, and on-call.
This is an essential position. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.

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

Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation or Forensic Science

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Posted: September 25, 2024

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