Sergeant - Evidence

County of Oconee•Walhalla, SC

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to enforce all local, federal, and state laws relating to the public’s safety and welfare in the County. Identify, collect, and preserve evidence from crime scene investigations, attend autopsies, and participate in trials and hearings. The Technician is responsible for taking notes, photographing, searching and transporting evidence to processing laboratories.

Requirements

Knowledge of South Carolina state laws and county ordinances
Knowledge of County policies and procedures
Knowledge of evidence recovery and preservation techniques and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Good customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively and accurately document evidence and investigative activities
Ability to communicate appropriately with the public, law enforcement officers, attorneys, appointed officials, suspects and victims
Ability to interpret technical instructions, manuals, charts and procedures
Advanced mathematical skills
Ability to lead and guide others
Advanced problem solving skills
Ability to effectively multitask
Completion of high school/GED
Valid SC Drivers License
SC Class 1 Law Enforcement Certification
SLED Marijuana Analyst Certification
Related-experience required: 2 years

Nice To Haves

IAI Crime Scene Investigator certification

Responsibilities

Record submitted evidence.
Clear and properly dispose of evidence after cases clear.
Collect evidence from crime scenes.
Prepare documents and photographs of evidence.
Process evidence in the processing laboratory.
Prepare evidence for submission to external laboratories.
Transport evidence to external laboratories for additional analysis.
Maintain appropriate legal documentation for evidence collected.
Prepare latent print comparisons and entries into AFIS.
Appear and testify in court regarding the processing and analysis of evidence.
Remain prepared for after-hours on-call duty.
Prepare and return properties collected to the rightful owner.
Attend and document autopsies.
Sign evidence in and out to deputies for court while maintaining proper documentation.
Attend mandatory training as required.
Develop and maintain Evidence Submission Manual for the department.
Orders and maintain forensic supplies for the department.
Fingerprint members of the public when needed.
Assist other agencies with crime scene and evidence duties as requested.