Employment Opportunity

Crime Scene Specialist

Wake County Bureau of Forensic Services, Raleigh, North Carolina

Salary: Hiring Range $25.02 - $33.78

Final Filing Date: February 17, 2025

Wake County Bureau of Forensic Services is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Crime Scene Specialist to assist in criminal investigations. The Crime Scene Specialist investigates crime scenes located or initiated within the geographic jurisdiction of Wake County at the request of law enforcement.

The Wake County Bureau of Forensic Services was established by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1937 in an effort to provide for the better enforcement of the criminal laws in Wake County. The Bureau is a multidisciplinary forensic bureau that functions as an independent criminal justice agency serving all law enforcement agencies having jurisdiction in Wake County. The Bureau’s mission is to continuously strive for perfection while setting the highest standards in crime scene investigation, forensic analysis of evidence and collection of criminal arrest information. The Bureau is comprised of approximately 87 full-time employees divided into three divisions: Crime Scene Science Division, the Laboratory Sciences Division and the Identification Division. Crime Scene Science Division’s responsibility is to provide crime scene investigation services to law enforcement agencies within Wake County. The Laboratory Sciences Division is responsible for the forensic analysis of evidence including latent print examination services, firearms examination, controlled substance analysis, DWI blood drug/alcohol analysis, digital evidence examination, photographic services and facial recognition examinations. The Identification Division is divided into a Civil Identification Unit and a Criminal Identification Unit. The Civil Identification Unit is tasked with fingerprinting for applicants seeking employment or licensing. The Criminal Identification Unit is responsible for the identity verification, collection of fingerprints and photographs and the collection of statutorily required DNA collection kits upon all individuals arrested in Wake County for offenses authorizing such collections. For more detailed information regarding the Wake County Bureau of Forensic Services and the services provided, please see our website at the following address: www.wake.gov/bureau.

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Duties

Primary Duties:

Interview witnesses, victims and investigating officers to determine the scope of the investigations and methods to be utilized in gathering evidence
Identify, document, collect, package and transport physical evidence for scientific evaluation and court presentation
Maintain the integrity and chain of custody of all collected evidence
Process and test evidence in a laboratory environment using a variety of chemicals and equipment for the further development of forensic evidence
Prepare detailed reports regarding observation and activities
Aid in the identification of deceased persons or suspects
Testify as an expert witness in court

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

Requirements

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

Bachelor's degree in Physical, Natural or Forensic Science, Criminal Justice or related field
No specific experience required
Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
IAI Crime Scene Certification required within 1 year of eligibility - Must maintain current certification thereafter
Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

Master’s in forensic science
Experience as a Crime Scene Investigator/Specialist
Certified Crime Scene Investigator through the IAI

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message
Knowledge of and ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions
Ability to actively participate as a member of a team to move toward the completion of goals
Ability to accomplish tasks and processes accurately and completely

NOTE:

A criminal background check, credit check, polygraph examination and drug test will be conducted.

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

Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation or Forensic Science

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Posted: February 1, 2025

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