Crime Scene Investigator I/II/III

Duties

• Performs responsible technical field and office work for complex crime scene investigations, documenting crime scenes, evidence identification, collection, processing, preservation, and submission;
• Producing detailed reports;
• Testifying in court proceedings;
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Employees assigned to this classification must complete an extensive training program to reach full proficiency in all areas.
• Work is performed under the general supervision of the Forensics Manager.
• Performance may be reviewed while in progress and upon completion through direct on-site observation, conferences, and review of reports.

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

Requirements

Crime Scene Investigator I

• Associate's Degree in Crime Scene Technology, Crime Scene Investigations, Forensic Science, or related field -AND one (1) year experience in crime scene processing or photography; -OR- an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass medical and psychological examinations.
• Must pass thorough background check which includes polygraph.
• International Association of Identification (IAI) certification as a Level 1 Certified Crime Scene Investigator required within sixteen (16) months of hire.

Crime Scene Investigator II

• Associate's Degree in Crime Scene Technology, Crime Scene Investigations, Forensic Science, or related field, three (3) years experience in crime scene processing or photography, -AND- successful completion of eighty (80) hours of International Association for Identification (IAI) board-approved structured programs and/or training; -OR- an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required.
• Must pass proficiency exam, medical and psychological examinations, and thorough background check which includes polygraph.
• International Association of Identification (IAI) certification as a Level 1 Certified Crime Scene Investigator required within sixteen (16) months of hire

Crime Scene Investigator III

• Associate's Degree in Crime Scene Technology, Crime Scene Investigations, Forensic Science, or related field, five (5) years experience in crime scene processing or photography, -AND- successful completion of ninety-six (96) hours of International Association for Identification (IAI) board-approved structured programs and/or training; -OR- an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required.
• Must pass proficiency exam, medical and psychological examinations, and thorough background check which includes polygraph.
• International Association of Identification (IAI) certification as a Level 1 Certified Crime Scene Investigator required within sixteen (16) months of hire

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Background and Drug Testing Policy

• All job offers with the City of Orlando are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and a physical examination by an agency determined by the City.
• The physical examination includes screening for the presence of illegal narcotic substances.
• The City of Orlando will use a Consumer Reporting Agency to obtain background information.
• As such, you may be entitled to certain rights if you are not selected based on information contained in that report.
• For more information, including information about your rights, go to www.ftc.gov/credit .

The City of Orlando Veteran's Policy

• If an applicant claiming veterans' preference for a vacant position is not selected for the vacant position, he/she may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs by contacting them at 727-319-7462.
• A complaint must be filed within 21 days of the applicant receiving notice of the hiring decision.
• If no notice is given by the City and the position has been filled, a complaint must be filed within three months of the date the application was received by the City.
• If the position has not been filled, the complaint deadline is extended until one month after the position is filled.

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