Job Description
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Duties
Responsibilities
- Photograph or video crime scenes such as traffic fatality, homicide, theft, assault or any other kind of case to provide a permanent record of the scene and evidence collected
- Process latent prints collected at crime scenes using powders and/ or chemicals and forward to a Latent Print Examiner for identification
- Crime Scene Investigators must be knowledgeable in the proper processing and sequences
- Collection and processing of evidence at a crime scene. Evidence can be anything from blood stains, seminal stains, hairs, fibers, glass, paint, firearms, tool marks, to items of clothing, furniture, bedding, etc
- Use safe practices, be aware of biohazards, proper use of personal protection equipment and proper packaging and storage of evidence
- Verification through prints of subjects with multiple arrests
- Fingerprint Identification of deceased subjects by collecting morgue prints and comparing the prints to the individuals arrest record to determine verification of identity
- Create crime scene sketches at the scene of all homicides and other major cases
- Create a rough draft at the scene and enter measurements into a Computer Aided Drafting program to create a professional documentation of a crime scene
- Write technical reports detailing actions taken at crime scenes and continued work in the Forensic Lab
- Testify in court in all phases of crime scenes
- Evidence that is collected at a scene by officers is submitted to the Forensic Lab for processing. Outside agencies will also submit evidence to the Forensic Lab for processing
- Photographing victim, autopsy viewing, postmortem printing, trace evidence collection (nail scrapings, hair, tissue, blood) and physical evidence collection, (clothing, bullets, shoes)
- Monitor vehicle maintenance, (routine maintenance) as well as repairs, restocking of supplies, and inventory of equipment and tools
- Transport equipment, supplies, packages, and evidence
- Assist the public with fingerprinting services for a fee
- Prints of suspects in major cases (a complete record of all friction ridge detail including the fingers, fingertips, finger joints and edges as well as the entire palm)
- Applicant fingerprinting for background investigations
- Drive to/ from crime scenes throughout the city and occasionally nearby cities or other agencies
- Occasionally driving to other Forensic Labs in the State of Texas
- May be asked to perform other duties as assigned
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
- Non exempt – Full-Time
- 40-hour work week with rotating shifts. Selected candidate will be required to work weekends and holidays, as this is a 24/7 position. Call outs when necessary.
- In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.
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.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of six months to one (1) year of experience
Licenses and Certifications
- Required: A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire
- Required within 180 days of hire: TCIC/ NCIC less than full access certification
- Required within one (1) year of hire: First Aide/ CPR certification
Preferred
- IAI Crime Scene certification
Employment Testing
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
- Police Background Check: Yes
- Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
- Drug Screening: Yes
- Physical Exam: Yes
Basis of Rating
- A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.
Supplemental Information
- Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.
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Job Tags
Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Shift work, Rotating shift, Weekend work,