Crime Scene Technician 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 136 Keys Ferry Street, McDonough, GA 30253 $56,003
CITY OF MCDONOUGH 4
reviews $56,003
City of McDonough, Georgia Title:
Crime Scene Technician Class Code:
Salary:
Min
- $56,003 Mid
- $72,803 Max
- $89,604
Pay Grade:
105
FSLA:
Non-Exempt Revised :
7/15/26 General Description Under direct supervision, performs entry-level to moderately complex technical duties in the evidence processing and investigation of crime scenes. Employees in this class are responsible for evidence processing, chain of custody, and related scene investigation activities. Required to report crime scenes to support the unit's objectives and the department's initiatives in gathering, assembling, analyzing, and interpreting evidence and in preparing and documenting investigative activities, as well as maintaining the agency's evidence room. Employees in this class function in an entry-level capacity by participating in on-the-job training (OJT) initiatives in learning and mastering the essential functions of the work. Duties and Responsibilities The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary. Investigates and evaluates the crime scene and determines the scope of the scene, including surveying the area and formulating a plan for processing. Supervises police officers and assigned staff at crime scenes. Prioritizes critical crime scene tasks based on each case; applies scientific knowledge to determine the forensic process applicable to each scene; and decides what specialized equipment will be used on each scene. Ensures the rules of evidence as dictated by state law are followed; notes in detail all crime scene observations; reconstruct events to aid in determining sequence of events during crime; and try to find link to victim, suspect, and other involved parties to scene. Ensures that safety procedures are followed as it pertains to blood, body fluids, and/or infectious disease. Dusts and lifts latent fingerprints from objects at crime scenes and makes plaster casts of footprints and tire treads. Creates and processes a visual record of the crime scene by taking photographs and/or video of the crime scene and items of evidence. Prepares crime scene drawings to establish a permanent record of items, condition, distance, and size relationships. Takes measurements to determine size and distance of physical locations at crime scene, such as room, furniture size, distance between objects and placement of body. Conducts trace evidence examination when applicable and the type of collection method to use; performs chemical field test to determine if trace or substance tests positive for blood and/or body fluids; and determines which process to use that would not hinder DNA testing. Presents findings and opinions to case agents based on the results of the crime scene investigation. Detects, identifies, and seizes evidence; properly preserves evidence for scientific evaluation; examines evidence by means of physical and chemical analysis; monitors the Crimes Against Persons evidence room to ensure evidence is properly packaged and that departmental SOPs are followed pertaining to the evidence. Prepares property evidence control records to maintain an accurate chain of command on evidence; determines which items will be processed at the scene and which items will be transported to the in-house laboratory or to the state crime lab for processing. Records victim and witness descriptions of suspects to compile a composite drawing and/or line-up; creates BOLOs for dissemination to the police and public on wanted individuals. Testifies in court regarding observations made and evidence obtained at crime scene and articulates evidence in layman terms regarding the significance of the evidence as it relates to the scientific process. Conducts background checks for detectives investigating cases, including criminal and financial histories, driving records, and wanted persons. Participates in scene management and control while investigation proceeds, e.g., collection and preservation of evidence, scene security, scene photography, witness interviews, diagramming and scene sketching, data entry for incident reports. Prepares and submits reports regarding processing and investigation activities; ensures accuracy and completeness; ensures adherence to standards for proper language, grammar, and spelling, as well as appropriate methodologies selected to process scene. Interacts with various other professional, judicial, investigative, insurance, and public and private agencies in support of on-going investigations, to ensure accurate and thorough information exchanges. Maintains the department's evidence room. Organizes, files, and disposes of evidence in accordance with the department's Standard Operating Procedures. Conducts the department's marijuana examinations, maintains a log of each examination, and testifies in court about the findings. Transports and receives evidence to/from the Georgia Bureau of Investigations' Crime Laboratory and any other agency as directed by supervision. Operates department vehicles in performance of duties. Maintains attendance and punctuality within customary tolerances for this position. Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to maintain effective records maintenance and file management systems. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and in presenting information and responding to questions regarding functional areas of assignment. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures, and legal documentation. Ability to utilize personal computers, standard office equipment, and standard software applications (e.g., word processors, database software, spreadsheet applications). Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with co-workers, department management, members of the judiciary, and the general public. Ability to foster a team environment by supporting cohesive work relationships and providing effective conflict resolution. Ability to organize work, establish priorities, meet established deadlines, and follow-up assignments with a minimum of direction. Ability to maintain all licenses and certifications required of the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent; zero (0) to 1 year of related experience; State of Georgia Crime Scene Technician Certification preferred or ability to pass required courses without delay; valid Georgia Driver's License; satisfactory MVR; acceptable background investigation; successfully pass employment physical and drug and alcohol screen; equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADA Compliance Physical Ability :
This position's physical requirements involve medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body Additionally, the physical abilities are also required; balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing kneeling, lifting mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion peaking, standing, talking, and walking.
Sensory Requirements :
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally and perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching skin, particularly that of fingertips.
Environmental Factors :
Essential functions are regularly performed either in an office environment or in a variety of fields and office settings and may require exposure to dangerous and life-threatening situations. While performing the major duties of this position the employee is frequently exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or odors; toxic or caustic substances; excessive noise, temperature extremes, and dampness/humidity; and grease, dirt and/or dust. If certified as a Peace Officer, you must be willing to carry a firearm on and off the job; mentally and physically capable of taking the life of another, if justified. Willing to work any hour of the day or night (shift work), overtime, weekends, on call, and holidays; work at any location in the city; and travel on specific assignments.
