Criminalist

Duties

Examples of Work

• Systematically survey crime scenes to collect, tag and secure scene and evidence; reconstruct crime sequence and events; assist and direct detectives; write reports; and prepare sketches, diagrams and photographs;
• Log, maintain, store and secure all crime scene evidence and conduct periodic inventory of the evidence storage room and capacity;
• Analyze evidence, including known and latent prints; provide fingerprinting services to citizens, police applicants and others;
• Submit evidence to forensic laboratories as necessary and appropriate for analysis; work with medical examiners, as necessary and appropriate on autopsies;
• Work with Medical Examiner as appropriate on autopsies;
• Register sex offenders and update relevant information; maintain records; and communicate information with other law enforcement agencies;
• Ensure all equipment is operating properly; order necessary repair and maintenance supplies;
• Conduct research; prepare handouts; and provide instruction on crime scene processes and other specialty subjects;
• Maintain training and education standards by attending classes required by the State of Texas to maintain certification;
• Perform other related duties as assigned;
• Subject to 24 hour recall.

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

Requirements

Education, Experience, or Certification

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate
AND
• Two year (2) experience in latent prints and crime scene investigation preferred.

Preferred Requirements

• TAPEIT Certifications
• International Association of Identification Certifications
• TEEX Forensic Investigator or Criminalist Certifications

Supplemental Information

• The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

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