Crime Scene Specialist

Duties

• Transports evidence items for proper shelving; checks packaging to ensure evidence is properly stored; and ensures quality control standards are met.
• Responds to crime scenes; documents scenes using photography techniques; collects DNA; discovers and develops latent fingerprints; package and transport evidence; documents actions in a report.
• Testifies in court; provides evidence for court using imaging software and creates digital media; supports public relations and special events by providing photography or other recording methods.
• Supports vehicle impounds; answers public inquiries; assists the public in retrieving impounded vehicles; assists with property retrieval from the evidence room and maintains a chain of custody.

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

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency plus six months of additional education or training.
• Three or more years of experience in crime scene, law enforcement, professional photography, warehouse operations, or a closely related field involving inventory control, detailed recordkeeping, and the secure handling or tracking of physical items

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills & abilities to successfully perform essential functions may be considered.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Arizona Driver License
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, 50-pound lift test, respirator questionnaire, and drug test.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation including polygraph, fingerprinting and motor vehicle report.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge and operation of DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex) or mirrorless cameras in manual mode.
• Prior crime scene experience
• Crime Scene Management Certification

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