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CRIME ANALYST I
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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.
$88,712 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Evidence Analyst Department of Justice
JC-530483
•Evidence Analyst
CRIME ANALYST I
$3,984.00
•$6,236.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
9/18/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Under the general supervision of the Crime Analyst Supervisor, the incumbent will perform technical and analytical duties in the Statewide Evidence and Resource Management Unit, Division of Law Enforcement. Duties include receiving, reviewing, identifying, analyzing, and processing evidence and property information utilizing various law enforcement database systems. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position does not allow for Telework. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
CRIME ANALYST I
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-530483
Position #(s): 420-517-0109-005
Working Title:
Evidence Analyst
Classification:
CRIME ANALYST I
$3,984.00
•$5,193.00 A
$4,740.00
•$6,236.00 B
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
1
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Week:
Monday
•Friday Department Information
This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Office of the Chief. Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility. For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General's website.
The work location is in Commerce. This position does not allow for Telework.
Personal Leave Program:
Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual
•CalHR Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
Please note that this classification contains multiple salary ranges. New-to-State employees will be given the minimum salary of Range A or the minimum of alternate range when applicable. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Alternate Range Criteria 494 states:
Range A. This range shall apply to those individuals who do not meet the criteria for Range B.
Range B. This range shall apply to persons who have satisfactorily completed the equivalent of 12 months of Crime Analyst I, Range A; who have graduated from a recognized four-year accredited college or university; or who have one year of work experience obtaining, analyzing, and/or disseminating criminal justice information. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date:
9/18/2026