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Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builderan employee with the City of Gainesville you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job its a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

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NATURE OF WORK

This is specialized technical work gathering evidence at crime scenes.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under limited supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of supervisory responsibility and from lower classes by its emphasis on the collection of a variety of types of crime scene evidence.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Detects collects preserves packages and transports evidence.

Processes for latent fingerprints.

Performs forensic photography and produces crime scene drawings.

Prepares comprehensive written reports.

Testifies as an expert witness in court.

Attends work on a continuous and regular basis

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited two (2) year college or equivalent coursework and completion of specialized training related to forensic science and criminal investigations and one (1) year experience in crime scene processing forensic work or related field or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge ability and skills.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

Must possess a valid Florida Driver License.

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May be required to work outside business hours.

Duties involve strenuous physical activity under severe working conditions.

SELECTION FACTORS

Knowledge of practices and methods of crime scene processing.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Ability to operate hand and power tools.

Ability to operate laboratory and camera equipment.

Ability to achieve and maintain status of court expert on matters related to the collection of crime scene evidence.

Ability to keep records and prepare reports.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to work effectively with co-workers and the general public.

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May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All regular employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance life insurance paid leave 11 paid a holidays a year a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers tuition reimbursement on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability who require special accommodations during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at or TDD/TTY at .

Veterans Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07 Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans Preference.

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