Crime Scene Technician
Closing Date
Open until filled.
Salary: Salary range: $28,500-43,500 DOQ. Educational
incentive pay is available. Full benefits package is provided. See full
benefits package online by visiting http://www.sjso.org/career/benefits.aspx.
Purpose of
Position: The Crime Scene Technician is responsible for
crime scene investigations, documentation of the scene, evidence collection and
processing and other duties, both operational and clerical related to this
position.
Qualifications/Education: High School Diploma,
Associates Degree required, Bachelors Degree in Crime Scene Technology or a
related discipline preferred, At least one (1) year work experience in crime
scene investigation work, Type 25 WPM accurately, Valid Fl Drivers License,
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, Basic knowledge of general office
equipment, Ability to operate photographic and video equipment.
Working
Conditions: This position works varied hours, including nights, holidays, and
weekends and is subject to routine call-outs.
Works in an office environment within evidence storage areas (both
inside and outside) and other outside areas with exposure to inclement weather
conditions, various odors, hazards and pathogens in the work environment with
close contact with the public and where exposure to elements and/or pathogens
is highly foreseeable. This position is not sedentary and may be subjected to
long periods of standing. Additionally, many crime scenes are in dangerous,
unsanitary locations and involve unsightly and disturbing images, such as
severe body trauma, motor vehicle accidents, etc. and handling of deceased
persons. This position also attends,
takes photos, and collects evidence during autopsies.
Abilities: This position frequently
performs such tasks as grasping, pushing, pulling, reaching away from their
body, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting and carrying items up to 10 lbs.,
and occasionally climbing, reaching above his/her head, lifting and carrying up
to 50 lbs. Communicates
effectively with Agency personnel, various governmental and law enforcement
agencies, and the public, on the phone, in person, and in writing, while maintaining
confidentiality. Effective communication skills: reading, writing and
speaking English; listening and hearing.
The position requires the ability to operate a large vehicle, such as a
truck or van, which is custom equipped for crime scene processing. This
position occasionally takes crime scene photos from a helicopter without having
motion sickness and operates photographic/video equipment, telephone, copier, computer (including keyboarding and mouse) to enter,
retrieve, and duplicate information.
Note:
In addition to other requirements, the
application process includes successful completion of an extensive background
investigation, interview process, polygraph examination, physical examination,
and drug screen. For
a complete job description, contact SJSO Human Resources.
To Apply: For more information
pertaining to the application process please visit the following link online at
http://www.sjso.org/career/app_process.aspx
or contact Recruitment by phone at
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Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Veteran’s Preference
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