Crime Scene Investigator & Property/Evidence Custodian
Norcross, GA Norcross, GA Full-time Full-time $42,533 - $63,304 a year $42,533 - $63,304 a year 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago The City of Norcross is looking for a full-time Crime Scene Investigator & Property/Evidence Custodian.
The purpose of this position is to manage the day-to-day operations of the Norcross Police Department Evidence and Property Room along with Crime Scene Investigation.
The incumbent in this position will receive, sort and screen property delivered to the Norcross Police Department.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to following appropriate and lawful disposition of evidence and/or property guidelines, preparing disposition notices and condemnation documentation, and organizing, verifying, preparing, and transporting evidence.
Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
Receives, sorts, and screens property delivered to the Norcross Police Department Evidence / Property Room.
Evaluates submitted property and / or evidence to assure items have been correctly packaged and marked in accordance with Federal, State, and departmental guidelines.
Organizes, verifies, prepares, and transports evidence to be submitted to and from the state crime laboratory for analysis.
Accounts for security and integrity of the evidence room.
Follows strict procedures on evidence storage and disposition.
Preserves the critical chain of custody of all evidence and / or property.
Follows appropriate and lawful disposition of evidence and / or property guidelines, prepares disposition notices and condemnation documentation in accordance with legal requirements and accreditation standards.
Releases evidence and / or property to officers, agents of the court or other law enforcement agencies for prosecution.
Releases property to lawful owners.
Prepares property for destruction, sale or condemnation and maintains accurate records of all evidence and / or property releases and / or transfers.
Maintains supplies for crime scenes and / or processing evidence.
Provides technical guidance and training on handling, preparing, packaging, and logging in evidence / property in accordance with legal and departmental requirements.
Assists with the collection of evidence at crime scenes, including, but not limited to, locating, identifying, photographing and/or processing potential evidence at the scene.
Trains and assists in the processing of crime scenes which includes taking photographs, sketching scenes, locating, and processing physical evidence, producing cast impressions of shoeprints and tire tracks, and other applicable duties.
Trains and assists in processing evidence for fingerprints with powders and chemicals, identifies biological substances, such as blood, and utilizes specialized equipment.
Trains and assists in developing and printing film and digital media.
Maintains applicable equipment and supplies.
Trains and assists in fingerprinting victims and suspect(s) and maintains applicable documents and materials.
Functions as expert witness by preparing for and testifying in court.
Performs fingerprint comparisons of known fingerprints to latent fingerprints recovered from crime scenes.
Develops and conducts training classes on current processes and new technology within crime scene investigations.
Serves as a lead to assist police personnel with processing evidence or managing a crime scene to include assigning and monitoring work and providing direction.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
High School diploma or GED and one to two years of experience.
Associate's degree preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Georgia Peace Officer's Standards and Training (P.
O.
S.
T.
) Basic Law Enforcement Certification preferred or ability to obtain a P.
O.
S.
T.
Basic Law Enforcement Certification in the future preferred.
Have the ability to become GCIC certified.
Additional preferred experience/training:
Forensic Science, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.
Experience obtaining, analyzing, and comparing latent prints.
Completion of P.
O.
S.
T.
certification as a Crime Scene Technician.
Completion of P.
O.
S.
T certification as a Latent Print Examiner including Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) training and experience.
This position may require:
24-hour on call assignment, overtime, or working weekends, holidays, 8-hour, 10-hour, 12-hour, and/or rotating shifts.
Additional Duties and
Responsibilities:
Performs other related duties as directed by the Chief of Police or supervisory personnel within the assigned division.
Scope and Impact:
Job has recurring work situations involving high degrees of discretion.
The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted programs and routines is high.
Errors in judgment will waste resources and adversely impact performance.
Incumbent operates independently but work is verified.
Content of work priorities are determined by supervision.
Communications/Customer Contact:
Contact is typically with co-workers, the general public, representatives of the judicial system, and officials from state, federal, and local levels.
The nature of the interaction is generally to provide and exchange information, provide services, settle matters, and resolve problems.
Receives phone calls and correspondence.
Explains evidentiary procedures to department personnel, the general public and other agencies and will release authorized information.
Competencies:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work activities.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; instructions, directions and legal considerations to the general public, department personnel and/or others.
Skill in the use of still photography and video equipment.
Skill in the use and techniques in the processing and collection of evidence in various conditions and environments.
Skill in processing crime scenes and analyzing evidence.
Skill in operating specialized crime scene vehicle(s) Knowledge of departmental policies, criminal law, court decisions and Federal and State evidence laws.
Knowledge in basic forensic, crime scene investigation, and drug testing principles and practices.
Ability to organize data, files and in the use of computers to complete reports and manage evidence case files and evidence system management.
Ability to analyze and organize evidence for prosecution.
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work typically performed with the employee sitting at a desk intermittently standing or walking, in a vehicle, and outdoors at scenes of accidents and incidents.
The employee may be exposed to occasional inclement weather, infectious diseases, and / or irritating chemicals.
Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
The employee must occasionally lift light or heavy objects, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The employee must use equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguish between shades of color and use the physical force necessary to arrest and/or restrain a person.
Incumbents may be subjected to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, travel, blood, bodily fluids, and excessive stress.
The work may require the use of protective equipment such as masks or gloves.
Must submit resume to email protected No phone calls, please The City of Norcross is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$42,532.
71 - $63,304.
40 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate:
Norcross, GA 30071:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Security clearance:
Confidential (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The purpose of this position is to manage the day-to-day operations of the Norcross Police Department Evidence and Property Room along with Crime Scene Investigation.
The incumbent in this position will receive, sort and screen property delivered to the Norcross Police Department.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to following appropriate and lawful disposition of evidence and/or property guidelines, preparing disposition notices and condemnation documentation, and organizing, verifying, preparing, and transporting evidence.
Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
Receives, sorts, and screens property delivered to the Norcross Police Department Evidence / Property Room.
Evaluates submitted property and / or evidence to assure items have been correctly packaged and marked in accordance with Federal, State, and departmental guidelines.
Organizes, verifies, prepares, and transports evidence to be submitted to and from the state crime laboratory for analysis.
Accounts for security and integrity of the evidence room.
Follows strict procedures on evidence storage and disposition.
Preserves the critical chain of custody of all evidence and / or property.
Follows appropriate and lawful disposition of evidence and / or property guidelines, prepares disposition notices and condemnation documentation in accordance with legal requirements and accreditation standards.
Releases evidence and / or property to officers, agents of the court or other law enforcement agencies for prosecution.
Releases property to lawful owners.
Prepares property for destruction, sale or condemnation and maintains accurate records of all evidence and / or property releases and / or transfers.
Maintains supplies for crime scenes and / or processing evidence.
Provides technical guidance and training on handling, preparing, packaging, and logging in evidence / property in accordance with legal and departmental requirements.
Assists with the collection of evidence at crime scenes, including, but not limited to, locating, identifying, photographing and/or processing potential evidence at the scene.
Trains and assists in the processing of crime scenes which includes taking photographs, sketching scenes, locating, and processing physical evidence, producing cast impressions of shoeprints and tire tracks, and other applicable duties.
Trains and assists in processing evidence for fingerprints with powders and chemicals, identifies biological substances, such as blood, and utilizes specialized equipment.
Trains and assists in developing and printing film and digital media.
Maintains applicable equipment and supplies.
Trains and assists in fingerprinting victims and suspect(s) and maintains applicable documents and materials.
Functions as expert witness by preparing for and testifying in court.
Performs fingerprint comparisons of known fingerprints to latent fingerprints recovered from crime scenes.
Develops and conducts training classes on current processes and new technology within crime scene investigations.
Serves as a lead to assist police personnel with processing evidence or managing a crime scene to include assigning and monitoring work and providing direction.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
High School diploma or GED and one to two years of experience.
Associate's degree preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Georgia Peace Officer's Standards and Training (P.
O.
S.
T.
) Basic Law Enforcement Certification preferred or ability to obtain a P.
O.
S.
T.
Basic Law Enforcement Certification in the future preferred.
Have the ability to become GCIC certified.
Additional preferred experience/training:
Forensic Science, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.
Experience obtaining, analyzing, and comparing latent prints.
Completion of P.
O.
S.
T.
certification as a Crime Scene Technician.
Completion of P.
O.
S.
T certification as a Latent Print Examiner including Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) training and experience.
This position may require:
24-hour on call assignment, overtime, or working weekends, holidays, 8-hour, 10-hour, 12-hour, and/or rotating shifts.
Additional Duties and
Responsibilities:
Performs other related duties as directed by the Chief of Police or supervisory personnel within the assigned division.
Scope and Impact:
Job has recurring work situations involving high degrees of discretion.
The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted programs and routines is high.
Errors in judgment will waste resources and adversely impact performance.
Incumbent operates independently but work is verified.
Content of work priorities are determined by supervision.
Communications/Customer Contact:
Contact is typically with co-workers, the general public, representatives of the judicial system, and officials from state, federal, and local levels.
The nature of the interaction is generally to provide and exchange information, provide services, settle matters, and resolve problems.
Receives phone calls and correspondence.
Explains evidentiary procedures to department personnel, the general public and other agencies and will release authorized information.
Competencies:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work activities.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; instructions, directions and legal considerations to the general public, department personnel and/or others.
Skill in the use of still photography and video equipment.
Skill in the use and techniques in the processing and collection of evidence in various conditions and environments.
Skill in processing crime scenes and analyzing evidence.
Skill in operating specialized crime scene vehicle(s) Knowledge of departmental policies, criminal law, court decisions and Federal and State evidence laws.
Knowledge in basic forensic, crime scene investigation, and drug testing principles and practices.
Ability to organize data, files and in the use of computers to complete reports and manage evidence case files and evidence system management.
Ability to analyze and organize evidence for prosecution.
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work typically performed with the employee sitting at a desk intermittently standing or walking, in a vehicle, and outdoors at scenes of accidents and incidents.
The employee may be exposed to occasional inclement weather, infectious diseases, and / or irritating chemicals.
Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
The employee must occasionally lift light or heavy objects, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The employee must use equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguish between shades of color and use the physical force necessary to arrest and/or restrain a person.
Incumbents may be subjected to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, travel, blood, bodily fluids, and excessive stress.
The work may require the use of protective equipment such as masks or gloves.
Must submit resume to email protected No phone calls, please The City of Norcross is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$42,532.
71 - $63,304.
40 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate:
Norcross, GA 30071:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Security clearance:
Confidential (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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