Crime Scene Technician at Crime Scene Resources, Inc Macon, GA

Comunidade Metodista; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Crime Scene Resources, Inc. in Macon, GA seeks a skilled Crime Scene Technician to assist in investigations across residential, commercial, and other crime scenes. You will collect and preserve evidence, photograph scenes, and support lab analysis.

The role requires knowledge of procedures, ability to testify in court, and travel to multiple sites. A high school diploma is required; an associate degree is preferred; prior crime scene experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Three years crime scene investigation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of evidence collection, courtroom procedures, and lab workflows.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations at a range of crime scenes including residential, commercial and other incidents.
• Collect, preserve, and transport physical evidence such as fingerprints, clothing, and firearms.
• Document scenes with photos/videos and write crime reports based on findings.
• Examine evidence in field and lab for latent fingerprints using powders, chemicals, and lighting.
• Appear in court as an expert witness and provide depositions when required.
• Travel to various sites as part of investigative work.

Skills

Investigation skills

Evidence handling

Teamwork

Written communication

Oral testimony

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Photography equipment

Laboratory equipment

Evidence collection tools

Job description

Crime Scene Technician job at Crime Scene Resources, Inc. Macon, GA.

Duties and Requirements

Duties

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.

Requirements

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.

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 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.