Crime Scene Technician

City of Wilmington•Wilmington, NC

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position Description One City. One Mission. Every Detail Matters. Step behind the scenes and into the moments that help bring justice into focus. Join a team where precision, professionalism, and purpose come together as you assist officers in processing crime scenes and preserving critical evidence. From documenting scenes and collecting evidence to photographing, fingerprinting, and helping piece together the details that matter most, your work will play a vital role in supporting investigations and serving the community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred)
Valid US Driver's License
General knowledge of methods and standards employed in forensic science
General knowledge of rules of evidence
General knowledge of photography
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to follow complex oral and written directions
Ability to use all issued equipment at the required level of proficiency
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
Ability to present clear and concise testimony in court
Ability to work independently in the absence of direct supervision
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and position specific software
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with investigators, court personnel, suspects, supervisors, co-workers and members of the public
Selected candidates must be able to work any shift (including on-call), under any type of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Responsibilities

Processes crime scenes by processing evidence for fingerprints, examining items for trace evidence, packaging and transporting evidence, collecting shoe and tire impressions, completing safely collecting biohazard evidence, performing tests for semen and blood, taking samples when necessary, and knowing laws relating to search and seizure.
Processing crime scenes with still and video photographs by utilizing photographic techniques, understanding equipment, taking overall photos and up close photos, and preserving photos for courtroom presentation.
Processes prisoners by using LiveScan system for fingerprinting, using a camera to obtain photograph of suspect, completing documentation of arrest procedure, utilizing officer safety techniques, and utilizing protective equipment while processing suspects.
Writes reports by including all relevant information concerning incident to use in the courtroom, and following accepted report format.
Prepares for court by reviewing all documents, meeting with District Attorney, and completing sketches and diagrams of crime scene.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees’ Retirement System
Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
Free on-site city gym access
Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
6-weeks paid parental leave
Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
Tuition assistance benefits