Crime Scene Technician

Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government

Macon (GA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision plans

401-A Retirement Contribution Plan - 5

Flexible Spending Account(s)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government is seeking a Crime Scene Technician to assist the Forensics Division in investigating crime scenes, collecting and preserving evidence, and providing testimony as needed. The role encompasses documentation, photography, and collaboration with deputies and investigators.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with an Associate degree preferred and at least three years of crime scene investigation experience.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Associate degree in Criminal Justice or coursework in crime scene investigation preferred.
Three years experience in crime scene investigation preferred.
Official transcripts and diploma must be provided.

Responsibilities

Conduct investigations at crime scenes including robberies, homicides, and major accidents.
Collect, preserve, and transport physical evidence.
Document scenes with photographs and videos.
Write detailed crime reports and furnish exhibits for court.
Testify as an expert witness in court.
Attend continuing education to stay current on procedures.
Travel to various sites as required.

Skills

Crime scene investigation

Evidence collection

Photography and documentation

Courtroom testimony support

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Criminal Justice preferred

Three years experience in crime scene investigation preferred

Job description

Summary

The 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.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

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.

Education, Training and Experience

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.

Required

Resume showing complete work and educational history which must match and be in the same order as listed on the online work history.
Official High School transcripts and diploma. Official college transcripts and diploma, if applicable.
All schools listed must have an attached official transcript or diploma if applicable.
If applicable, a Letter of Good Standing for active military service and a DD-214 showing the type of discharge for past military duty.
If not a resident of Georgia for the last 7 years applicant must submit a 7-year motor vehicle report.
A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation from previous supervisors. Letters must be typed, dated, signed, and contain contact information. Letters of recommendation that are submitted must be listed on the reference page of the application. Personal and family references are not acceptable.
Failure to follow the above steps when submitting your application will result in automatic rejection of the application.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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 Official Code 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.