Job Description

Crime Scene Investigator

This classification involves identification, collection, classification, and maintenance of criminal evidence for the City's Police Department. An employee in this position collects evidence at crime scenes both indoors and outdoors; takes crime scene photographs; views victims of accidents and violent crimes; identifies fingerprints, processes DNA samples; preserves and identifies other physical evidence at crime scenes; and collects and identifies trace material. This position also prepares sketches/documentation for court purposes and testifies as an expert in court.

Note: This employee is also required to maintain CJIS Level 4 certification.

Examples of Duties

• Searches for and lifts fingerprint evidence. Submits fingerprint evidence to crime lab for analysis.
• Collects DNA and ensures processing of DNA evidence.
• Searches for, collects, preserves, and identifies other physical evidence found at the crime scene such as hair, skin, blood, fibers, and footwear and tire impressions.
• Operates assigned photo and video camera equipment; photographs and processes crime scenes for latent fingerprints; and photographs and fingerprints deceased persons.
• Documents, collects, and preserves crime scene evidence; utilizes measuring, testing and recording instruments and devices; makes silicone casts; and performs projectile trajectory analysis.
• Prepares diagrams and reports for examination and investigations; maintains logs and records as required.
• Provides testimony in court proceedings as an expert witness.
• Operates mobile crime laboratory and transports investigative equipment to crime scenes.
• Types and files reports and related investigatory information; answers inquiries; and operates radio equipment.
• Works on rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Will be responsible for maintaining a stand-by/on-call status as scheduled.
• Performs related work as required.

Requirements

Education

• Associate degree from an accredited school in crime scene technology, forensics, or a closely related field.
• Considerable experience as a Crime Scene Investigator for a law enforcement entity can be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proof of highest level of completed education must be submitted as an attachment with application. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)

• Reasonable related work experience in a government setting.
• Pass pre-employment Police criminal background and pre-employment physical requirements.
• Pass Basic FBI Fingerprint course and pass approved crime scene processing court (or complete prior to end of the probationary period).
• Certification preferred: Crime Scene Technology Certificate (preferably from the International Association for Identification).
• Valid Florida driver's license and a good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of modern scientific methods and equipment used in criminal investigation.
• Knowledge of the methods and equipment of collecting and preserving physical evidence.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques in the performance of chemical and microscopic examinations.
• Knowledge of standard fingerprint collection and recording practices.
• Knowledge of crime scene photography techniques including digital enhancement procedures.
• Knowledge of courtroom procedures and rules of evidence including fingerprints and other personal identification data.
• Skill in operation and maintenance of photographic and fingerprint dusting material.
• Skill in operation of photographic and recording devices.
• Skill in obtaining fingerprints.
• Skill in using Office and department software.
• Ability to perform the necessary identification tasks on cadavers in varying states of decomposition.
• Ability to maintain cross index filing systems and to classify documentary material for filing purposes.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to write and provide oral testimony in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to operate a mid-size motor vehicle/van and mobile crime laboratory.
• Ability to type accurately at a reasonable rate of speed.
• Ability to plan and organize workload to achieve stated objectives in a timely, efficient, and effective manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with City officials, general employees, industry professionals, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to evaluate the impact of alternative courses of action and evaluate circumstances of an innovative, new, or unprecedented nature.
• Ability to deal with competing priorities and varied responsibilities.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively to develop win-win solutions.
• Ability to work on rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Ability to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to don and doff personal protective equipment and to wear same for extended periods of time.

Benefits Package SummaryGeneral EmployeeHired On Or After 10/01/23

City-Paid Medical Benefits: • Group Health Insurance: The City pays for 100% of the cost for single coverage for full-time employees and 66.66% of cost for Dependent/Family Coverage. Upon retirement and separation from City employment, employee receives a monthly stipend of $350 per month, applicable toward retiree health coverage.

Life Insurance: $30,000

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): $10,000

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Cigna Behavioral

Retirement: • Employee Contribution = 8%

Vesting = 10 Years

Normal Retirement Benefit = 2.5% of pensionable earnings for each year of creditable service

Average Final Compensation (AFC) = 3 best consecutive earning years

Maximum Benefit = 80% of AFC, not to exceed $80,000.

Normal Retirement = Age 62 and ten (10) years of creditable service

Early Retirement = Age 57 and ten (10) years of creditable service, 3% annual reduction for each year prior to normal retirement age

13th check based on monthly retirement, payable if the pension plan funding status is equal to or greater than 100%. Paid in December each year following retirement

Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) = 4 years/48 months maximum

DROP Interest Rate = 4%, compounded annually

Longevity: Based on successful completion of full-time, continuous service with the City, employee shall receive the following:

Years of Creditable Service Longevity Benefit

*10 Years 2.5%

*15 Years 2.5%

*20 Years 5.0%

*Longevity Benefit calculated on employee's base rate of pay

Paid Holidays: Employees receive the following City-paid holidays:

New Year's Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth 4th of July, Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday after Thanksgiving Christmas Day

Annual Leave: Annual leave may be taken as earned after completion of (90) calendar days. Maximum accumulation each fiscal year is 290 hours. At time of resignation or retirement, employee is paid for all annual leave accrued at their current rate of pay. Annual leave is accrued based on continuous, full-time service with the City, as follows:

Completed Months of Service Total Hours Accrued Annually

Up to and including first 60 months 96 hours/12 Days

Greater than 60 months through 120 months 136 hours/17 Days

Greater than 120 months through 204 months 176 hours/22 Days

Greater than 204 months 216 hours/27 Days

Annual Leave Cash Out: Employee can opt

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