Crime Scene Supervisor

Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton! At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job — it's your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service , and Trust , we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported. Why Boca Raton? As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to their employees:

Health Insurance Benefits :

No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Generous Paid Time Off :

12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays

Continuous Service Benefit :

Paid out annually after 5 years of service

Work-Life Balance :

Flexible work schedule

Retirement Plans :

Two pension/retirement options to choose from Whether you're starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed. Apply now and join the city that's building careers and shaping a stronger tomorrow! Supervises the daily functions of the Crime Scene Unit; provides onsite technical expertise; processes and collects evidence at crime scenes; does related work as required. Work is performed under the supervision of the Forensic Services Manager. Supervises and evaluates crime scene unit employees. Plans, schedules, evaluates, and counsels crime scene unit staff on work performance to ensure compliance with department policies and procedures. Trains crime scene unit personnel. Responsible for purchasing and maintenance of crime scene unit supplies and equipment. Processes crime scenes including photographs, evidence collection, diagrams, and other pertinent information. Responsible for lab safety requirements. Responds to major scenes to supervise analysis of evidentiary material and laboratory examinations. Testifies in court as an expert witness. Performs related tasks as required. Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police Department. Knowledge of police investigative techniques and techniques of identification. Knowledge of evidentiary procedures. Knowledge of the techniques of processing crime scenes and maintaining the security of evidence; ability to analyze evidence. Ability to gather and secure evidence; ability to keep detailed records and prepare reports. Knowledge in photography and latent print development and digital enhancement procedures. Ability to utilize AFIS technology and perform related work as necessary. A two-year degree in Forensic Science or related field or other specialized training in Forensic Science. Minimum of six (6) years of experience in a full-time crime scene investigation role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of an industry recognized basic fingerprint course Supervisory experience is preferred. Possession of Crime Scene certification with International Association for Identification is preferred. Additional experience is accepted as a minimum requirement in lieu of the postsecondary degree on the following basis: additional four (4) years in lieu of the bachelor's degree, and additional two (2) years in lieu of an associate degree.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The applicant must successfully pass a complete background investigation to the satisfaction of the employer prior to appointment.

BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS

The background check process for this position may include: Criminal Background Check Employment Verification Reference Checks Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check Certification/License Verification Credit Check Fingerprinting Polygraph Neighborhood Check Psychological Examination Drug and Alcohol Screen Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)