NBS-Intern-PO-Crime Lab Technician

POSITION SUMMARY: This is a part time position performing duties as a Crime Lab Technician Intern under the direct supervision of the Crime Lab Supervisor and Firearm Examiners.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: FORENSIC CRIME LAB TECHNICIAN

ASSISTANT.

Receive training and perform all forms of Crime Lab functions.

Assist Crime Lab Technicians in performing evidence gathering and processing

Assist in Fingerprint area when requested or as needed.

Provide support to Crime Lab Technicians as needed.

Perform preliminary examination on evidence under the guidance of Crime Lab Techs. Determine subsequent analysis or examination needed and collect additional evidence as needed.

Assist in keeping evidence records and logs.

Answer phones and assist with evidence intake.

Assist outside agencies such as: ATF Drug Investigation Unit Mishawaka Police Department St. Joseph County Sheriffs Department and Goshen Police Department when needed.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: CRIME TECH-FIREARMS

Assist in preventative maintenance of laboratory instruments and safety equipment.

Assist in restocking evidence packaging room if needed.

Responsible to the Crime Lab Supervisor and is routinely supervised by the Supervisor and/or other Crime Lab Technicians.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma required and currently enrolled in or completed a higher education studying forensic science or criminal justice preferred.

Must possess a valid drivers license and operate a motor vehicle.

Successfully complete a polygraph examination criminal history background and personal background with no criminal record.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:

Ability to maintain accurate and complete records.

Ability to multitask use good judgement and make independent decisions.

Ability to communicate clearly in English both orally and in writing with scientific and non-scientific personnel.

CERTIFICATES LICENCE REGISTRATION:

Valid Drivers License.

EQUIPMENT: (Ability to use or be trained in the following:

Alternate/forensic light sources

Computer

Digital Imaging System

Telephone

Various cameras (film based digital)

Magnifying lens

Fax

Copy machine

Scanner

Lab Equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit and walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk use hands to fingers handle or feel objects tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Dexterity sufficient to manipulate instruments and small items accurately over an extended period as well as write labels on small items. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include sufficient vision to read fine print on computers distinguish fine details when looking through

scientific instruments to examine evidence items as well as distinguish color contrast patterns and dimensions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The employee may work indoors and outdoors. Conditions indoors will be in a temperature-controlled environment but exposed to changing weather conditions outdoors. Storage room areas can be dusty. Lab environment may require the use of respirators gloves or masks. Exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals human body fluids blood borne pathogens biological hazards such as viruses and germs and other hazardous evidence items.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at will employer.

REQUIRED:

Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Background Check

Required Experience:

IC