Crime Scene Technician

Macon-Bibb County Government; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Macon-Bibb County Government seeks a Crime Scene Technician to conduct investigations at crime scenes, collect and preserve evidence, and prepare materials for court.

The role involves photographing scenes, writing reports, providing expert testimony, and traveling to multiple sites. A high school diploma is required; an associate degree in Criminal Justice or related coursework is preferred, with several years of experience in crime scene work advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in Criminal Justice or college-level coursework in crime scene investigation, photography, fingerprint identification, and/or criminalistics preferred.
• Three (3) years experience in crime scene investigation preferred or any combination of education, training and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations on crime scenes and incidents; document and gather evidence.
• Collect, preserve, and transport physical evidence such as fingerprints, trace evidence, clothing, serology, narcotics, and firearms.
• Document scenes with photographs and videos; prepare charts, graphs, or exhibits for court.
• Write crime reports based on evidence and findings; provide testimony as an expert witness when required.
• Review and maintain case files; attend continuing education to stay current on codes and procedures.
• Travel to various sites during the course of work.

Skills

Crime scene investigation

Evidence collection

Photography

Report writing

Communication

Court testimony

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Criminal Justice or related coursework

Job description

Crime Scene Technician position is under general supervision of the Forensics Division, the Crime Scene Technician conducts investigations on crime scenes, deaths, serious traffic accidents, industrial accidents, and other crimes; documents and gathers evidence; and performs other duties as required within the scope of the classification.

• Conducts investigations on crimes including residential, commercial and bank robberies, thefts; residential, commercial, and entering autos; stolen and recovered stolen vehicles; domestic violence, homicides, suicides, and all death investigations; sexual assaults; serious injury and fatal traffic accidents; industrial accidents; and other crimes.
• Collects, preserves, and transports physical evidence from crime scene investigations such as latent fingerprints, trace evidence, clothing, serological evidence, narcotics, and firearms.
• Documents crime and accident scenes; takes photographs and videos of crime and accident scenes using a variety of photographic films and techniques.
• Writes crime reports based on evidence found, nature of classification, and results obtained.
• Examines evidence in both the field and laboratory for latent fingerprints using print powders, chemicals, and laser techniques.
• Prepares charts, graphs, or exhibits for investigation or court presentation.
• Appears in court as an expert witness and gives depositions and testimony.
• Reviews, evaluates, processes, and maintains a variety of files related to cases.
• Attends a variety of continuing education classes, seminars, and meetings to maintain current knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Travels to various sites and locations during the course of work.

High school diploma or equivalent certificate. Associate degree in Criminal Justice or college level course work in crime scene investigation, photography, fingerprint identification, and/or criminalistics preferred. Three (3) years experience in crime scene investigation preferred or any combination of education, training and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform in the duties of this position.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques used in crime scene investigation; evidence collection; analysis and documentation of investigations; including latent fingerprint techniques and crime scene photography
• Public safety practices and procedures;
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations such as OfficialCode of Georgia Annotated, Municipal Code and various training and information bulletins
• Courtroom procedures as they relate to giving testimony.

Ability to:

• Conduct investigations and solicit information
• Gather and preserve evidence
• Work as a team member and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Operate laboratory and photographic equipment
• Provide technical support to Sheriff Deputies
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Give and follow oral and written instructions
• Maintain effective record keeping systems
• Write reports and correspondence
• Exercise sound independent judgment within established procedure guidelines
• Work extended hours when required.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER