Evidence Technician I/II

Placer County; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Evidence Technicians to join their team. This role involves overseeing the preparation, identification, and maintenance of critical evidence, performing field forensic work, and collaborating with law enforcement agencies. Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in evidence collection, photography, and fingerprint identification. If you have a passion for public service and want to make a tangible impact in your community, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and justice of the public. Apply today to be part of a team that values integrity and service.

Qualifications

• Experience in forensic evidence handling and preservation.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and maintain evidence logs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and maintenance of evidence and found property.
• Perform forensic work and collect physical evidence at crime scenes.
• Prepare written reports and provide testimony in court as needed.

Skills

Forensic Evidence Collection

Photography

Fingerprint Identification

Report Writing

Collaboration with Law Enforcement

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant Certification in Forensics

Tools

Fingerprint Processing Equipment

Photography Equipment

Evidence Management Software

Job description

The Placer County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications for Evidence Technician - I and Evidence Technician - II.

Each level in this job series has different minimum qualifications.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Oversee the preparation, identification, and maintenance of assigned evidence and found property.
2. Perform field forensic work under the direction of sworn staff; search for and collect physical evidence; photograph and video record crime scenes; make diagrams and log items collected from each location; process and send out blood and urine samples to be analyzed; conduct specialized tasks in photography, latent fingerprint development, and other evidence collection as required.
3. Identify and preserve evidence; make evidence available for viewing and courtroom presentations; book property into and out of evidence to preserve the chain of evidence; maintain evidence rooms and storage areas in an organized and orderly fashion; maintain detailed filing systems and records on all booked property; destroy and release property; inventory monies and narcotics; generate reports and assist other members of the Sheriff's Office with investigations as required.
4. Classify and identify fingerprints; assist in identification matters with Federal, State, and local authorities; prepare fingerprint displays for court; compare latent fingerprints to known and unknown suspects and victims; maintain and use files and computer systems to identify suspects; maintain and operate equipment for processing of fingerprints.
5. Take official and personnel photographs for the purpose of identification and evidence; take photographs relating to evidence in support of criminal investigations in the field, at autopsies, and in-house; enlarge crime scene photographs to be utilized as courtroom exhibits; maintain files of photographs.
6. Cooperate and work closely with other law enforcement agencies in identification matters as required.
7. Requisition materials and supplies as necessary; assist supervisory personnel and other staff in identifying future budgetary needs.
8. Instruct and assist officers in the proper use of photographic and fingerprint equipment.
9. Prepare various written reports as necessary.
10. Provide testimony in court as directed.
11. Provide adequate staff coverage/availability outside of normal business hours, as needed.
12. Perform related duties as assigned.

Do you have a passion for public service? If so, apply today!