Crime Scene Investigator 1

**SALARY** $34.28 - $35.70 **JOB SUMMARY** Under general supervision, conducts all phases of crime scene investigations which include collecting, analyzing, identifying and preserving all evidence for law enforcement personnel. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Investigate crime scenes on-site by documenting, processing and collecting evidence according to established standards. * Collaborate with other investigators, officers, detectives, and other departments and/or agencies to ensure a thorough crime scene investigation is completed. * Present physical evidence and documentation in court and to testify to the results of any analysis and tasks performed. * Complete accurate, clear, and concise crime scene reports and lab processing reports through case management. * Develop latent fingerprints using appropriate sequential physical and/or chemical processes. * Preserve and recover developed latent fingerprints using physical, photographic, and/or electronic imaging techniques, to include the use of forensic light sources. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: * Maintain an accurate inventory of all supplies and equipment. * Assist in planning and implementing programs for schools and occasionally participating as an instructor on crime scene techniques. * Ability to perform other related duties as required or directed. * Knowledge of latent print comparison and automated search is desirable but not required. * Knowledge of NIBIN entry procedures is desirable but not required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: * Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures.  * Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications.  * Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with others, both orally and in writing. * Strong written and verbal English communication skills, including proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. * Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication. * Skill with organization and attention to detail.  * Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.  * Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.  * Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.  * Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.  * Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives. * Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals. * Ability to work within a set schedule. * Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other City employees and citizens. * Ability to respond to emergency situations after hours, weekends, holidays and on an on-call basis. * Ability to work shift work that may include daytime, evening, or overnight hours. * Ability to work and maintain composure in violent and/or death scene investigations. * Ability to lift heavy items (up to 50 pounds), stand, walk, speak clearly, listen attentively, and occasionally speak/hear over the sound of traffic. * Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various, possibly hostile, environments and weather conditions. * Ability to operate a computer, telephone, copier/printer digital cameras, laser measuring devices, flatbed scanner, two-way radio, and a variety of office equipment. * Ability to operate a motorized vehicle. * Ability to work independently or as part of a team, under general instructions. Qualifying Education and Experience: * Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, forensic science, or any of the natural sciences (for crime laboratory chemistry position), or related field.   * Possession of a valid Texas Operator's License, Class C. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: * Knowledge of crime scene evidence and collecting techniques and record keeping systems. * Knowledge of the preservation of physical evidence. * Knowledge of personal protective equipment and the safe handling of body fluids and hazardous materials. * Knowledge of State and local laws and regulations governing the maintenance and release of police evidence and records. * Skill in preparing high quality crime scene diagrams. * Skill in operation, calibration, and maintenance of crime scene equipment. * Ability to maintain proficiency in crime scene photography, including specialized techniques and forensic light sources. Preferred Education and Experience: * Two (2) or more years’ experience as a Crime Scene Investigator or related field. * Certified Latent Print Examiner (LPE). * National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) operator. Employment Screenings Required: * Criminal background check * CJIS Criminal background check * Drug and Alcohol screening City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.