SO_Crime Scene Specialist

Williamson County; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a dedicated Crime Scene Investigator to join the team in Georgetown, TX. The role involves field tasks, evidence collection, and documentation for investigations, with growth into complex fingerprint analysis and court testimony.

The candidate will work under the Crime Scene Supervisor, coordinating with law enforcement and state agencies while handling forensic photography and report creation. Training and field duties are integral to the position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of related crime scene experience.
• One year of latent print experience or education.
• Knowledge of crime reporting databases, photography, and latent fingerprint systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field observations and collect evidence at crime scenes.
• Perform latent prints comparison and process fingerprints across databases.
• Compile daily, monthly, and annual reports on evidence and crime scene data.
• Collaborate to identify victims and suspects and testify about evidence in court.
• Transport evidence to court and attend autopsies for identification.
• Perform forensic photography and document evidence logistics.
• Work with law enforcement, attorneys, and state agencies on investigations.
• Assist with local/state crime reporting and statistics and attend trainings.

Skills

Latent prints

Crime scene observation

Evidence handling

Report writing

Photo documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years crime scene experience

1 year latent print experience

Tools

Crime reporting databases

Photography equipment

Latent print systems

Job description

This position will go in effective 10/1/2026

Reporting directly to Crime Scene Supervisor, responsible for performing field tasks associated with the collection, observation and documentation of crime scenes and evidence for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO).

• Conducts routine field observations of crime scenes and collects evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations
• Performs comprehensive latent prints comparison and processes fingerprints through multiple databases
• Compiles and retains daily, monthly, and annual reports related to evidence, fingerprinting, and crime scene information for the WCSO
• Collaborates and performs analysis to determine identity of victims and suspects related to crime scenes
• Transports evidence to court and testifies in applicable situations pertaining to condition of evidence and crime scene observations
• Attends routine autopsies for identification and reporting purposes
• Documents and performs forensic photography at crime scenes and processes evidence for trace evidence, and create reports and logs to aid investigations
• Collaborates with law enforcement, attorneys, and state agencies to aid with investigations
• Assists with local and state crime reporting and statistics
• Attends all meetings and successfully completes trainings, as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

Organization Relationships

• Reports directly to – Crime Scene Supervisor
• Direct Reports – No

Physical Demands

• Position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting, and operating equipment
• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

Environmental Factors

• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather
• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, and high noise levels
• Exposure to graphic material (photos, video, and audio) and persons accused or adjudicated of various crimes
• Regular travel between work sites as required

Irregular Hours

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• Will be on an on-call rotation schedule subject to being called back after normal work hours
• Requires flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and/or weekend hours
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of related crime scene experience
• One (1) year of latent print experience or education
• Knowledge of crime reporting databases, photography, and latent fingerprint systems

Licenses and Certifications

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• IAI (International Association for Identification) Crime Scene or Latent Print Certification
• Certification and/or training in crime scene processing and photography, fingerprinting and identification, and FARO laser scanner operation
• Four hundred (400) classroom hours related to crime scene and latent print work including evidence rooms procedures

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: Must pass field training period

The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone [phone] or visit our website at www.wilco.org/hr.

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Tobacco Free Workplace Policy

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.