Crime Scene Specialist II/III

Duties

Identify, document, collect and preserve physical evidence in the field; ensure the preservation of all items taken into evidence; testify in court regarding the chain of custody and integrity of evidence.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics or Forensic Psychology

Requirements

CRIME SCENE SPECIALIST II, MB5

• Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, social science, forensic science, chemistry, biology, physical science or a related field; and
• Three years (3) years of public safety, crime scene investigation or crime scene evidence collection experience.
• WorkKeys assessment preferred: Applied Mathematics, Workplace Observation, and Business Writing. To learn more about WorkKeys Assessments and to schedule an appointment to take the preferred WorkKeys assessments, please Click Here.
• Upon successful completion of one (1) year of service as a Crime Scene Specialist II MB5, the employee will be moved to a Crime Scene Specialist III MC5.
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must pass Drug Test, Criminal Records check and Background check.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Must successfully complete the Crime Scene Specialist (CSS) Training program and the CSS OJT program.
• Must successfully pass a physical agility test.
• One (1) year probationary period is required for this position.

CRIME SCENE SPECIALIST III, MC5

• Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis. Exception: One (1) year of crime scene investigation or crime scene evidence collection experience is not interchangeable.
• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, social science, forensic science, chemistry, biology, physical science or a related field; and
• Four (4) years of crime scene investigation or crime scene evidence collection experience.
• WorkKeys assessment preferred: Applied Mathematics, Workplace Observation, and Business Writing. To learn more about WorkKeys Assessments and to schedule an appointment to take the preferred WorkKeys assessments, please Click Here.
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must pass Drug Test, Criminal Records check and Background check.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Must successfully complete the Crime Scene Specialist (CSS) Training program and the CSS OJT program.
• Must successfully pass a physical agility test.
• One (1) year probationary period is required for this position.

Preferred Knowledge

• Methods and techniques of crime scene investigations
• Methods and techniques of crime scene processing, diagramming, documentation, evidence collection, handling and packaging
• Principles of chain of custody
• Basic photographic techniques
• Rules and procedures of providing expert testimony in court
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Office procedures, methods and equipment including computers
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
• Preferred Skills & Abilities
• Operate basic power tools, hand tools and equipment
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet and database applications
• Perform forensic evidence collection, identification, and applicable field analysis functions
• Investigate and process crime scenes in a professional, efficient and thorough manner
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and policies and procedures governing the processing and maintenance of evidence and property
• Ensure accuracy of work performed
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Prepare complex technical written and verbal reports
• Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

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