Forensic Services Technician I - Police Department

Baltimore County • Towson, MD

409d • $49,757 - $62,265

About The Position

The Forensic Services Technician I position within the Baltimore County Police Department involves investigating and processing crime scenes, collecting and preserving physical evidence for laboratory examination, and presenting findings in court. This entry-level role requires close supervision and entails various responsibilities, including operating police vehicles, taking photographs, and preparing detailed reports on crime scene processing.

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in a biological or physical science, criminalistics, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field.
• Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license.
• Experience in forensics or evidence collection may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in photography or evidence collection is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and process crime scenes under close supervision.
• Identify, collect, record, and preserve physical evidence for laboratory examination.
• Operate a police vehicle to respond to crime scenes, hospitals, and the medical examiner's office.
• Survey actual and suspected crime scenes, take photographs, and prepare sketches.
• Search for and develop latent prints.
• Photograph and fingerprint deceased individuals.
• Perform gunshot residue tests at shooting incidents.
• Prepare evidence for further examination, analysis, and processing.
• Develop plaster and rubber casts of crime scene evidence.
• Evaluate prints and photographs for accuracy.
• Operate digital cameras and related equipment to capture images of crime scenes and evidence.
• Examine, enhance, and produce images of physical evidence, including latent fingerprints and palm prints.
• Maintain image files on data storage devices.
• Photograph crime suspects, victims, and victims of suspected domestic and child abuse.
• Prepare detailed written reports on crime scene processing and complete all required forms.
• Prepare and present evidence, photographs, and sketches in court and testify as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Repair and Maintenance
• Education Level: High school or GED