Senior Crime Lab Evidence Technician

Texas A&M International; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International is seeking a Crime Laboratory Evidence Technician to perform advanced laboratory evidence handling, inventory, and destruction tasks, following court orders and regulations. The role supports laboratory personnel with evidence receipt, disposition, and destruction, and involves documentation in LIMS under supervisor guidance.

The position requires solid data recording, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Education — High School Diploma/equivalent required.
• Experience — 6+ months in business/laboratory environment recording data, transferring items, inventory, weighing materials, and receiving/filing items for analysis or 6+ months in law enforcement, preferably handling evidence.
• Substitution — 15+ hours of college coursework in Criminal Justice or Forensic Science.
• Licensure/Certification — may require Emissions Evaluator certification; may require smoke school certification and licensure; valid driver license.
• Regulatory knowledge — familiarity with TXDPS, state and federal regulations related to lab operations.
• Interpersonal Skills — poise, tact, diplomacy; professional relationships.
• Organizational/Prioritization Skills — able to prioritize in multi-demand environment.
• Presentation/Communication Skills — clear, concise notes and presentations.
• Research/Comprehension — access relevant information and present conclusions.
• Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail — observe data, identify trends, draw conclusions.
• Technology — proficient with MS Office; typing tests may be required.
• Confidentiality/Protected Information — handle sensitive information.
• Safety — comply with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Keep laboratory vaults clean and orderly; assist with evidence handling and inventory in the LIMS.
• May supervise others.
• Attend work regularly and observe approved hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication

Typing speed

Education

High School Diploma/equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

LIMS

Job description

Texas A&M International is seeking a Crime Laboratory Evidence Technician to perform advanced laboratory evidence handling, inventory, and destruction tasks, following court orders and regulations. The role supports laboratory personnel with evidence receipt, disposition, and destruction, and involves documentation in LIMS under supervisor guidance.

The position requires solid data recording, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.