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Duties

• Processes crime scenes to include photography, evidence collection, and latent print recovery;
• Collects, preserves, and transports physical evidence from various events during the course of crime scene investigations, which includes latent fingerprints, trace evidence, biological evidence, narcotics, firearms, and other weapons;
• Uses a digital SLR camera and other photographic equipment during crime scene investigations and laboratory analysis;
• Uses specialized photographic techniques such as time-exposures in low-light settings, alternate light source photography, macro photography of latent prints and other trace evidence, and footwear or tire track impression photography using various types of photographic equipment;
• attends autopsies of victims and/or suspects for the purpose of photographing, collecting and preserving evidence;
• photographs and processes victims, suspects, and vehicles of crimes for evidence;
• Examines items of evidence in the field or the laboratory for latent fingerprints and trace evidence using a combination of laser/alternative light source techniques, print powders, and chemicals;
• Evaluates latent prints and enters the prints into a recognized Automated Fingerprint Identification System;
• Prepares reports for work performed in the field or in the laboratory;
• Appears in court as an expert witness regarding the collection and processing of physical evidence;
• May provide training to Forensic Evidence Technicians, Laboratory Interns, and Police Officers;
• May provide education to the public and participate in public relations events.

Requirements

• Completion of two years of study at a recognized college or university with a major or significant course work in evidence technology, criminalistics or a closely related field. An internship in a forensic laboratory is highly desirable.

• At least six months experience in evidence technology or criminalistics or a closely related field.

• Possession of or ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver’s license with a safe driving record.

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