Crime Scene Specialist

DeKalb County•Decatur, GA

About The Position

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Processes crime scenes; examines crime scenes for evidence; identifies, collects, and preserves physical evidence; performs crime scene photography and sketching; maintains control and chain-of-custody over physical evidence collected; ensures proper handling, packing, and transport of evidence to crime laboratories; and performs crime scene processing according to established rules, regulations and procedures. Processes evidence; tests, evaluates and compares trace evidence; utilizes established laboratory techniques and processes; and completes and submits reports regarding the testing, evaluation and comparing of evidence. Processes and examines latent print cards; utilizes the latest technology and methods available in the development of latent prints; and evaluates and identifies latent prints to known inked impressions. Documents all investigative information; prepares detailed case reports and records; enters/uploads information into department databases; and verifies accuracy and completeness of information. Participates in court activities; prepares cases for prosecution; and testifies in judicial proceedings regarding findings and procedures used in evidence collection and processing. Attends shift meetings, training sessions and seminars as required to remain knowledgeable of departmental operations, to promote improved job performance, and to stay current with changing policies, procedures, codes, investigation techniques, and criminal/civil case law. Operates and maintains a motor vehicle, digital camera, video camera, forensic processing tools and equipment, fingerprinting tools and equipment, laboratory tools and equipment, etc.

Requirements

Associate degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science or related field required
One year of experience in related field
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license

Responsibilities

Processes crime scenes; examines crime scenes for evidence; identifies, collects, and preserves physical evidence
Performs crime scene photography and sketching
Maintains control and chain-of-custody over physical evidence collected
Ensures proper handling, packing, and transport of evidence to crime laboratories
Performs crime scene processing according to established rules, regulations and procedures
Processes evidence; tests, evaluates and compares trace evidence
Utilizes established laboratory techniques and processes
Completes and submits reports regarding the testing, evaluation and comparing of evidence
Processes and examines latent print cards
Utilizes the latest technology and methods available in the development of latent prints
Evaluates and identifies latent prints to known inked impressions
Documents all investigative information
Prepares detailed case reports and records
Enters/uploads information into department databases
Verifies accuracy and completeness of information
Participates in court activities
Prepares cases for prosecution
Testifies in judicial proceedings regarding findings and procedures used in evidence collection and processing
Attends shift meetings, training sessions and seminars as required
Operates and maintains a motor vehicle, digital camera, video camera, forensic processing tools and equipment, fingerprinting tools and equipment, laboratory tools and equipment, etc.