St. Johns County, FL Sheriff's Office

Closing Date

11:59 P.M., Thursday, July 18, 2013

Salary

Starting at $37,080

Position

The Crime Scene Technician is a civilian position that is responsible for crime scene investigations, documentation of the scene, evidence collection and processing and other duties, both operational and clerical related to this position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes, updates, submits required reports/documents/forms, and accreditation reports.
• Attends and participates in meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences as directed/required.
• Processes crime scenes.
• Collects latent fingerprints.
• Examines bodies of deceased.
• Takes measurements of crime scene.
• Collects and preserves blood evidence.
• Collects and submits control and background samples.
• Makes plaster casts of impressions.
• Assists in taking autopsy photographs.
• Assists in monitoring chain of custody.
• Maintains fingerprints.
• Transports evidence to the crime lab.
• May be expected to assume the responsibilities of Evidence Specialist
• Responds to major crime scenes to process evidence.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Crime Scene Technology or a related discipline
• At least one (1) year work experience in crime scene investigation work
• Type 25 WPM accurately
• Valid FL Driver's License
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Basic knowledge of general office equipment with ability to operate photographic and video equipment.

Abilities

This position frequently performs such tasks as grasping, pushing, pulling, reaching away from the body, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting and carrying items up to 10 lbs., and occasionally climbing, reaching above the head, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Communicates effectively with Agency personnel, various governmental and law enforcement agencies, and the public, on the phone, in person, and in writing, while maintaining confidentiality. Effective communication skills: reading, writing and speaking English; listening and hearing. The position requires the ability to operate a large vehicle, such as a truck or van, which is custom equipped for crime scene processing. This position occasionally takes crime scene photos from a helicopter and, therefore, requires that the candidate not be affected by motion sickness. The candidate must have the ability to also operate photographic/video equipment, telephone, copier, computer (including keyboarding and mouse) to enter, retrieve, and duplicate information.

Working Conditions

This position works varied hours, including nights, holidays, and weekends and is subject to routine call-outs. Works in an office environment within evidence storage areas (both inside and outside) and other outside areas with exposure to inclement weather conditions, various odors, hazards and pathogens in the work environment with close contact with the public and where exposure to elements and/or pathogens is highly foreseeable. This position is not sedentary and may be subjected to long periods of standing. Additionally, many crime scenes are dangerous, unsanitary locations and involve unsightly and disturbing images, such as severe body trauma, motor vehicle accidents, etc., and handling of deceased persons. This position also attends, takes photos, and collects evidence during autopsies. This position is subject to random drug testing.

To Apply

The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. A full job description is available upon request.