Forensic Services Lead — Crime Scene & Evidence

CSDIAI; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Anaheim Police Department is seeking a Forensic Services Supervisor to plan, organize, supervise, and review the work of civilian personnel in the Forensic Services Detail, including both field and office staff.

The supervisor will oversee a 24/7 crime scene investigation bureau, handling evidence processing, latent fingerprint comparisons, and AFIS operations, with a dedicated team including nine full-time and two part-time specialists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in forensics, criminal justice, biology, or related field.
• Extensive experience (5-10 years) of experience performing complex duties related to evidence gathering and crime scene investigation.
• Lead or supervisory experience overseeing crime scene investigation staff.
• Any of the following certifications: IAI Latent Print Certification, IAI Crime Scene Certification, IAI Forensic Photography & Imaging Certification, IAI Bloodstain Pattern Analyst Certification

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, supervise, and review the work of civilian personnel assigned to the Forensic Services Detail, including field and office staff.
• Oversee a 24/7 full-service crime scene investigation bureau.
• Respond to major crime scenes and provide operational support when needed.

Skills

Crime scene investigation

Leadership

Evidence handling

AFIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in forensics, criminal justice, biology, or related field

Tools

AFIS

Job description

The Anaheim Police Department is seeking a Forensic Services Supervisor to plan, organize, supervise, and review the work of civilian personnel in the Forensic Services Detail, including both field and office staff.

The supervisor will oversee a 24/7 crime scene investigation bureau, handling evidence processing, latent fingerprint comparisons, and AFIS operations, with a dedicated team including nine full-time and two part-time specialists.