Forensic Specialist Job at Crime Scene Resources, Inc, Abilene, TX

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  • Crime Scene Resources, Inc
  • Abilene, TX

Job Description

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Duties

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Processes crime scenes by taking photographs, scanning/video recording scenes, prepare scene sketches, collecting, preserving, logging, packaging and inventorying evidence, and preparing detailed reports.
  • Analyzes and evaluates latent fingerprints; conducts fingerprint comparisons.
  • Utilizes the Leica RTC360 scanner to map crime scenes and produce a deliverable file of the mapped crime scene.
  • Handle and operate firearms in a safe manner.
  • Mixes and uses chemicals to process evidence; use alternate light sources to locate latent prints, serological, biological fluids and trace evidence.
  • Operates the AFIX Tracker database and the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) to develop candidate lists for comparisons to latent prints.
  • Reviews lab reports.
  • Reconstructs major crime scenes using advanced forensic techniques such as blood spatter interpretation, shooting trajectory, etc.
  • Testifies in court as an expert witness regarding crime scene processing and fingerprint comparisons.
  • Responds to crime scenes and emergency situations during regular work hours, evenings and weekends.
  • Maintains laboratory supplies for the Forensic Unit and ensures the lab and equipment are clean and functional.
  • Ensures all divisions in the police department have an adequate supply of crime scene processing materials to ensure evidence is processed and lab requests are completed in a timely manner.
  • Operates a motor vehicle to travel to attend trainings, meetings, conferences, and court cases.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
  • Provides training classes for police personnel, police academies, and public safety demonstrations.
  • Research scientific articles regarding Forensic Discipline.
  • Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:
  • Organization and functions of a municipal law enforcement agency.
  • General law enforcement codes, practices and methods.
  • Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
  • English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
  • Office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
  • Basic principles of chemistry, physics, and biology.
  • Principles of report preparation.
  • Basic principles of budget preparation.
Skill to:
  • Operate office equipment including computer equipment.
  • Operate a variety of tools and equipment including alternate light source, digital camera, super glue chamber, fingerprint magnifier, fingerprint processing equipment, fume hood, laser scanner, and fingerprint identification systems.
  • Operate hand tools or power tools to perform job functions.
Ability to:
  • Work independently or with a team.
  • Work courteously with the general public.
  • Prepare accurate and grammatically correct reports.
  • Work in unpleasant crime and accident scenes and under pressure.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Organize and manage time efficiently.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
  • Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
  • Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Forensic Specialist II and III
  • Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Requirements

Forensic Specialist Trainee
  • Experience:
    • Previous work experience in the criminal justice field or in a laboratory setting is preferred.
  • Education/Training:
    • Graduation from an accredited university with a Bachelor’s Degree in forensic science or related field is required. A minimum of five consecutive years in law enforcement can substitute this requirement.
  • License or Certificate:
    • A valid Texas driver's license; the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
Forensic Specialist I
  • Experience:
    • Two (2) years of work experience in the criminal justice field or in a laboratory setting is required.
    • Completion of six months’ work experience equivalent to the City of Abilene Forensic Specialist Trainee is required.
  • Education/Training:
    • Graduation from an accredited university with a Bachelor’s Degree in forensic science or related field is required. A minimum of five consecutive years in law enforcement can substitute this requirement.
    • Satisfactory completion of a 40-hour Basic and a 40-hour Intermediate Level Latent Print courses, which meets International Association for Identification (IAI) standards is required.
  • License or Certificate:
    • A valid Texas driver's license; the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
Forensic Specialist II
  • Experience:
    • Satisfactory completion of two (2) years of work experience in a position equivalent to the Forensic Specialist I in the criminal justice field or in a related laboratory setting is required.
  • Education/Training:
    • Graduation from an accredited university with a Bachelor’s Degree in forensic science or related field is required. A minimum of five consecutive years in law enforcement may substitute this requirement.
    • Satisfactory completion of a 40-hour Advance Level Latent Print course and a Palm Print Comparison course, which meets International Association for Identification (IAI) standards is required.
    • Satisfactory completion of the Texas Department of Public Safety Automated Fingerprint Identification System course is required.
  • License or Certificate:
    • A valid Texas driver's license; the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
Forensic Specialist III
  • Experience:
    • Satisfactory completion of a minimum of two (2) years of work experience in a position equivalent to the Forensic Specialist I/II in the criminal justice field or in a laboratory setting is required.
  • Education/Training:
    • Graduation from an accredited university with a Bachelor’s Degree in forensic science or related field is required. A minimum of five consecutive years in law enforcement can substitute this requirement.
    • Satisfactory completion of coursework and apprenticeship required by the International Association for Identification (IAI) for Latent Print Examiner and Crime Scene Certifications are required.
  • License or Certificate:
    • A valid Texas driver's license; the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
    • A IAI Latent Print Examiner (CLPE) or Crime Scene (CCSI, CCSA, CSCSA) Certification is required.

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