Crime Scene Investigator

City of Grand Prairie • Grand Prairie, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking a talented and dedicated individual to join our team as a Crime Scene Investigator! The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of highly skilled technical criminal identification tasks both in the field and in the laboratory. This includes developing, comparing and identifying latent fingerprints; searching for, collecting, preserving and identifying trace or other physical evidence found at crime scenes; photographing and measuring crime scenes; preparing comprehensive and technically correct reports; and testifying as an expert witness in court proceedings. Work may involve handling hazardous materials and sometimes being in hostile environments. Work requires being available various shifts, holidays and being on call-out status during off-duty hours.

Requirements

• Four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree in a Science related field or Criminology.
• Six months experience in Crime Scene investigation.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• Certification by the International Association for Identification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to crime scenes, gathers and processes physical evidence, photographs and sketches crime scene, directs other personnel at the scene, communicates extensively with uniformed and investigative officers to determine nature and extent of crime and shares information with investigators.
• Assures that evidence is collected and stored legally and safely.
• Writes comprehensive and technically correct reports regarding the processes used, evidence discovered and importance of the evidence to the investigation.
• Performs a variety of complex laboratory tests, analyses, classifications and comparisons of all types of physical evidence from crime scenes with emphasis on and expertise in the collection and comparison of latent fingerprints and use of the AFIS system.
• Performs NIBIN Acquisitions.
• Transports evidence by operating the crime scene vehicle; transporting evidence to crime labs; and picking up photos and negatives from photo labs.
• Testifies as an expert witness in court regarding the results of analysis and examination of physical evidence.
• Researches forensic science field for current materials regarding new techniques in locating, collecting and preserving all types of physical evidence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level