Civilian Police Forensics Technician – Savannah Police Department Position Available In Chatham, Georgia

Civilian Police Forensics Technician – Savannah Police Department City of Savannah – 3.8 Savannah, GA Job Details Full-time $49,617 a year 1 hour ago Benefits 457(b) Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Biology Filing Research Mid-level Criminal Justice Analysis skills Driver’s License Associate’s degree 2 years Communication skills Full Job Description Purpose Are you passionate about playing a vital role in the criminal justice system? The Savannah Police Department is seeking a qualified Civilian Police Forensics Technician The Civilian Police Forensics Technician position offers you the opportunity to be at the forefront of crime scene investigations, working alongside law enforcement to collect, process, and preserve critical evidence. As a technician, you will manage everything from photographing crime scenes to taking fingerprints and ensuring the safe transport and disposal of evidence—all while maintaining a strict chain of custody. Your work will directly impact criminal investigations, helping to bring justice to those in need. As the new Civilian Police Forensics Technician, you will collect, process, package, transports, store and dispose of evidence obtained in criminal investigations. If you’re ready to make a difference in your community, this is your opportunity to join our team as a Civilian Police Forensics Technician! We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457 B), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance program, employee referral program, employer home purchase assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Women, minorities and Veterans are encouraged to apply! Essential Job Functions Collects, accounts for and packages items of evidence at crime scenes, working with officers, detectives, and their supervisors. Completes required documents to initiate and maintain chain of custody throughout the time period in which items are maintained. Disposes of evidence in accordance with police department policy and state guidelines. Maintains evidence lockers, keeping them in a neat and orderly condition. Updates the evidence manual. Takes latent fingerprints from evidence, submits print evidence, and takes fingerprints of deceased persons during autopsies. Photographs crime scenes and evidence. Completes crime scene reports. Transports drugs, hazardous materials, weapons, and other evidence for required testing; further transports items of evidence for disposal upon receipt of court order or judicial release. Fingerprints suspects and applicants, ensure suitability of latent prints for comparison, files fingerprint cards for future referral. Orders supplies, as required. Testifies in court regarding evidence and evidence collection. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associates’ Degree in Criminal Justice, Forensics or Biology plus two (2) years investigation and/or forensic experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Forensic Certification preferred. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

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vary Additional Requirements Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. Additional Information Knowledge of police investigation techniques. Knowledge of evidence collection and handling procedures and regulations. Knowledge of proper precautions and safety regulations for possible hazardous materials. Knowledge of modern principles, practices, and procedures of law enforcement. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Knowledge of department rules and regulations. Knowledge in the preparation and presentation of criminal case materials and testimony. Skill in the use of photographic and related equipment. Skill in processing, documenting and securing evidence collected and/or submitted. Skill in the operation of computers and other standard office equipment. Skill in research, analysis, filing, investigation, planning, and organizational techniques. Skill in oral and written communication.