Frontline Forensic Investigator – Crime Scene & Evidence

Crime Scene Resources, Inc; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crime Scene Resources, Inc. in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a qualified Crime Scene Investigator to identify, document, collect, preserve physical evidence at crime scenes using specialized equipment and techniques for criminal prosecution.

Responsibilities include processing crime scenes for latent fingerprints, conducting print comparisons, photography, and preparing detailed written reports. The role requires high school graduation, specialized training in evidence collection, and a valid

Qualifications

• One year of experience in public safety support work preferred.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent with college coursework in Police Science or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Identify, document, collect, protect, and preserve physical evidence at crime scenes.
• Process crime scenes for latent fingerprints and conduct print comparisons.
• Take photographs and videos of evidence and scenes.
• Collect buccal DNA swabs and prints from individuals when needed.
• Perform basic presumptive tests for blood, narcotics, and other evidence.
• Prepare and maintain reports and testify in court as needed.
• Transport evidence to the Orange County Crime Lab.
• Assist supervisor in processing evidence and photography.

Skills

Photography

Fingerprinting

Evidence preservation

Office/computers

Education

High school diploma

Police Science coursework

Evidence collection training

Tools

Camera equipment

Photo processing machines

Computers

Job description

Crime Scene Resources, Inc. in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a qualified Crime Scene Investigator to identify, document, collect, preserve physical evidence at crime scenes using specialized equipment and techniques for criminal prosecution.

Responsibilities include processing crime scenes for latent fingerprints, conducting print comparisons, photography, and preparing detailed written reports. The role requires high school graduation, specialized training in evidence collection, and a valid