Job Description

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Duties

• Searches crime scenes to locate physical evidence; gathers and processes evidence.
• Prepares evidence specimens for analysis; processes and sends evidence to external labs, as necessary.
• Operates computers and photography, video capture, survey/mapping, various lighting, and other equipment.
• Operates 3D measurement, imaging, and realization technology to digitally capture, analyze, and describe crime and accident scenes.
• Photographs suspects, evidence, and crime and accident scenes.
• Operates a mobile crime laboratory vehicle.
• Makes plaster and silicone casting impressions for laboratory examination and court presentation using proper methods for preserving and storing evidence.
• Takes computerized and/or inked fingerprint and palmprint impressions of employees, victims, and suspects as required.
• Performs presumptive (field) tests of suspected narcotics.
• Maintains the chain of custody for physical evidence. Receives, catalogs, labels, and packages evidence and property, places in secure storage, and makes final disposition of property.
• Prepares information for records and reports including documentation of activities.
• Provides testimony in court with respect to crime scenes, evidence collection, and custody of evidence.
• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies for the division.
• Performs related work as required.

Requirements

• Associate degree in forensic science or related degree; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Experience in and knowledge of specialized forensic identification techniques, photography, and fingerprinting.
• Ability to learn modern approved principles, practices, and procedures of identification work and the geography of the City.
• Possess good powers of observation.
• Ability to communicate effectively and present ideas orally and in writing for varied audiences.
• Skill in the use of office and forensic equipment and technology, including computers, software, photography equipment, video capture equipment, survey/mapping equipment, electronic field devices, and other equipment as required.
• Ability to produce and present accurate records and reports.
• Ability to work in both a team environment and in an environment with minimal supervision. Possess selfsupervising attributes and a positive, congenial attitude.
• Ability to follow established procedures and complex instructions.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively within deadlines, under stress, and with changing work priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships using tact, good judgment, and resourcefulness when working with staff, community and other governmental agencies, businesses, volunteers, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on police investigations and evidentiary matters.
• Able to understand, apply, and utilize appropriate protective equipment and safety protocols and department specific safety procedures. This includes chemical, traffic, and electrical safety, or other hazards.
• Ability to work any or all shifts and schedules as necessary, including call-in/stand-by duty, to provide proper coverage for all incidents.
• Ability to travel to various locations both in and out of state to receive additional training as necessary.
• Possession of a valid, unrestricted Michigan motor vehicle operator’s permit.
• This position is a non-sworn, civilian classification. Employees in this classification have no arrest powers.

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