Police Crime Scene Unit Technician
City of Odessa • Odessa, TX3d • Onsite
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Police Crime Scene Unit Technician
City of Odessa•Odessa, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
Under close supervision, performs a wide variety of tasks associated with the collection, processing, tracking, handling, and safekeeping of crime scene evidence for the Odessa Police Department (OPD); performs duties in compliance with state laws and OPD policies. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Responds to crime scenes as directed, and assists OPD officers with investigations by processing the crime scene for evidence; collects and preserves crime scene and accident scene evidence to aid in the prosecution of criminals and crimes; performs work in compliance with state laws, City policies, and OPD quality standards; duties may vary according to job assignment and training. Collects, preserves, logs, and secures evidence as directed by officers and investigators; documents all handling of evidence and property; maintains activity logs and generates reports as needed. Assists with the identification of evidence at crime scenes, and mapping of the crime scene. Assists with documenting crime scenes by taking photos and video as directed by OPD Officers and other law enforcement agencies; responds to requests for photographs and videos. Receives property and evidence from law enforcement officers; documents receipt of items; maintains the chain of custody from intake to disposition. Collects fingerprint evidence and enters information into Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS). Creates case notes and narrative summaries; maintains logs of services, cases, and information requests; requests additional information from OPD sources in order to supplement case notes. Assists and coordinates with other emergency services personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations. Maintains the absolute confidentiality of all records and information. Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance. Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- One year of computer experience desired
- Successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph is required
- Knowledge of rules for collecting, preserving, processing, and securing physical evidence
- Knowledge of Federal and state laws governing the entry, storage, and transfer of evidence and property
- Knowledge of State and Federal laws, regulations, and statutes governing management of property and evidence
- Knowledge of principles and practices of photographing and documenting crime scenes
- Knowledge of Police radio, dispatch, and communication protocols and procedures
- Knowledge of principles of record keeping and confidential records management
- Knowledge of geography, roads, and landmarks of City and surrounding areas
- Skill in packaging and organizing numerous items of evidence in an orderly fashion for storage and retrieval
- Skill in carefully collecting, processing, and preserving crime scene evidence
- Skill in closely following verbal and written instructions
- Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software
- Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing
- A valid Texas State Driver's License is required
- Certification for access to Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) from Texas Department of Public Safety may be required
- Additional technical training and certifications may also be required for some incumbents
Responsibilities
- Responds to crime scenes as directed, and assists OPD officers with investigations by processing the crime scene for evidence
- Collects and preserves crime scene and accident scene evidence to aid in the prosecution of criminals and crimes
- Collects, preserves, logs, and secures evidence as directed by officers and investigators
- Documents all handling of evidence and property
- Maintains activity logs and generates reports as needed
- Assists with the identification of evidence at crime scenes, and mapping of the crime scene
- Assists with documenting crime scenes by taking photos and video as directed by OPD Officers and other law enforcement agencies
- Responds to requests for photographs and videos
- Receives property and evidence from law enforcement officers
- Documents receipt of items
- Maintains the chain of custody from intake to disposition
- Collects fingerprint evidence and enters information into Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS)
- Creates case notes and narrative summaries
- Maintains logs of services, cases, and information requests
- Requests additional information from OPD sources in order to supplement case notes
- Assists and coordinates with other emergency services personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations
- Maintains the absolute confidentiality of all records and information
- Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance
- Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff
- Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Crime Scene Technician salary in the US is approximately $55,000 per year, with a typical range of $46,000 to $71,000.
