Police Identification and Records Officers

Course Advisor, Inc.

United States

Presencial

USD 43 800 - 138 860

Tempo integral

14 dias+

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Resumo da oferta

Course Advisor is hiring a Police Identification and Records Officer responsible for collecting and analyzing evidence at crime scenes. This role requires strong communication and analytical skills, as well as proficiency in various tools used in law enforcement including Microsoft applications and forensic databases. The demand for this position is growing, making it a great opportunity for those looking to join the field. Competitive salary range between $43,800 and $138,860 annually, depending on experience and location within the U.S.

Qualificações

Ability to collect and analyze evidence efficiently.
Strong foundation in tools and technologies used in law enforcement.
Excellent communication skills in both writing and speaking.

Responsabilidades

Collect evidence at crime scenes.
Interview victims and witnesses.
Testify in court as needed.
Package and validate evidence for legal processes.
Create detailed sketches of crime scenes.

Conhecimentos

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Writing

Complex Problem Solving

Ferramentas

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

National Crime Information Center NCIC database

Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System IAFIS

Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Police Identification and Records Officer

What Do Police Identification and Records Officers Do?

Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and civil cases.

Daily Life Of a Police Identification & Records Officer

Interview victims, witnesses, suspects, and other law enforcement personnel.
Package, store and retrieve evidence.
Submit evidence to supervisors, crime labs, or court officials for legal proceedings.
Testify in court and present evidence.
Dust selected areas of crime scene and lift latent fingerprints, adhering to proper preservation procedures.
Create sketches and diagrams by hand or with computer software to depict crime scenes.

Police Identification & Records Officer Needed Skills

Below is a list of the skills most Police Identification and Records Officers say are important on the job.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Types of Police Identification & Records Officer Jobs

Corrections Identification Technician
Forensic Sergeant
Evidence Technician
Latent Print Examiner
Investigative Police Specialist

Is There Job Demand for Police Identification and Records Officers?

In 2016, there was an estimated number of 110,900 jobs in the United States for Police Identification and Records Officer. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 4.5% which is below the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 5,000 new jobs for Police Identification and Records Officer by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 7,500 job openings in this field each year.

The states with the most job growth for Police Identification & Records Officer are Nevada, Utah, and Arkansas. Watch out if you plan on working in New Jersey, Maryland, or Wyoming. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

What is the Average Salary of a Police Identification & Records Officer

The average yearly salary of a Police Identification & Records Officer ranges between $43,800 and $138,860.

Police Identification and Records Officers who work in District of Columbia, Alaska, or Hawaii, make the highest salaries.

State Annual Mean Salary