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City of Surprise

POLICE CRIME SCENE SPECIALIST

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What they do

A Crime Scene or Forensic Science Technician collects and analyzes physical evidence from crime scenes. Carefully documents a crime scene and catalogues evidence collected. Conducts laboratory analysis of evidence gathered, uses computer databases to identify evidence, and uses findings to reconstruct crime scenes.

$56,146 / year median in Arizona

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

SUMMARY Incumbents photograph, process, and record crime scenes showing correlation between the evidence and scene, and perform various chemical and photographic processes in the field to develop and preserve evidence. Incumbents also train Police employees in evidence collection and crime scene safety, and may make public presentations. EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
Associate's Degree in Crime Scene Investigations, Criminalistics, Forensic or Natural Science or related field, or two years experience as a crime scene specialist, or equivalent, with a law enforcement agency; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed in the job description. Additional education cannot be substituted for experience.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Arizona Driver License. Must obtain an ACJIS Security & Privacy Certification within one week of hire date. Must obtain certification as a Crime Scene Investigator by the International Association for Identification within two years of hire date.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include: Fingerprinting Criminal Background screening Polygraph Examination Psychological Examination Drug Testing E-Verify 39 Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check To view the full job description, including work environment and physical demands, click HERE The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer.