Crime Scene Investigator I II III (FT)

Under general supervision this position responds to crime scenes to document collect preserve and process physical evidence in support of criminal investigations. The position prepares forensic documentation and reports maintains evidence integrity and chain of custody and provides court testimony and technical forensic support.

*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Towns policies*.

Timeline: (subject to change)
Continuous: Accepting Applications

Continuous: Preliminary Interviews Sent Out to Qualifying Candidates (Conducted as video interview through Spark)

Continuous: Oral Boards/Chiefs Interviews

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while consistently demonstrating the Towns core values of integrity innovation commitment to quality service and teamwork. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.

• Responds to crime scenes and other incidents to identify document collect preserve package transport and store physical evidence in accordance with established protocols.
• Processes crime scenes using appropriate techniques including photography measurement sketching and written documentation.
• Maintains evidence integrity by properly labeling packaging securing and documenting chain of custody.
• Conducts laboratory and field examinations of evidence consistent with training certification level and assigned responsibilities.
• Prepares accurate and complete reports related to crime scene processing evidence handling and laboratory casework.
• Attends autopsies and other forensic examinations to document observations and collect evidence as assigned.
• Testifies in court regarding crime scene processing evidence handling and forensic findings.
• Maintains inventories and stocks equipment supplies and materials related to crime scene and laboratory operations.
• Ensures facilities vehicles and equipment are maintained in a safe sanitary and operational condition.
• Assists with training activities technical guidance or informational support for department personnel or community programs as appropriate to assignment level.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The requirements listed below are representative of the education experience certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Requires a bachelors degree in criminal justice forensic science chemistry biology or related field.

Requires a current International Association of Identification (IAI) Level I II or III certification.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Drivers License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.

Employees within the Crime Scene Investigator position series have access to professional development opportunities such as accident investigation training and special certifications (laser scanning and bloodstain pattern analysis).

Employees within the Crime Scene Investigator position series are eligible to participate in a self-initiated progression for promotional advancement through investigator levels. Below are the distinguishing characteristics of each level:

Crime Scene Investigator I:

This position is within the Crime Scene Investigator position series. This position is distinguished from the Crime Scene Investigator II by performing more routine assignments and duties.

This level requires twelve (12) months of related experience and a current International Association of Identification (IAI) Level I certification.

The incumbent conducts forensic investigations and processes basic or routine crime scenes including the identification collection preservation packaging and documentation of biological friction ridge impression and other physical evidence. The incumbent performs basic laboratory evidence processing conducts presumptive for biological evidence and provides foundational training education and mentoring to Police Officers regarding general evidence collection and packaging procedures. This level is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies associated with the Forensic Services Section.

Crime Scene Investigator II:

This is a mid-level position within the Crime Scene Investigator position series. This position is distinguished from Crime Scene Investigator I by performing the full range of assignments and duties. The Crime Scene Investigator II receives only occasional instruction or assistance and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies associated with the Forensic Services Section. Movement to an Investigator II role presumes all requirements of an Investigator I (or the equivalent) have been met.

This level requires three (3) years of related experience and a current IAI Level II certification.

The incumbent conducts forensic investigations and processes more complex crime scenes under limited supervision applying a range of evidence documentation collection and examination techniques including photography videography sketching measurement note-taking report writing and physical or chemical enhancement of latent patent and plastic impressions. The incumbent documents bloodstain patterns bullet trajectories and other scene dynamics; conducts investigations in sequences dictated by unique scene circumstances; assists detectives and officers with advanced evidence collection and preservation; provides training education and mentoring to Crime Scene Investigator I staff Evidence Technicians and Police Officers; and operates maintains and performs minor preventive maintenance on laboratory and analytical instruments and equipment.

Crime Scene Investigator III:

This is an upper-level position within the Crime Scene Investigator position series. This position is distinguished from the others within this series by the years of experience additional certifications and the performance of the full range of tasks duties and special assignments. The Crime Scene Investigator III receives only limited instruction or assistance and is fully aware of operating procedures and policies associated with the Section. Movement to an Investigator III role presumes all requirements of an Investigator II (or the equivalent) have been met.

This level requires six (6) years of increasingly responsible related experience and a current IAI Level III certification.

The incumbent conducts highly complex forensic investigations and independently processes complex crime scenes providing advanced crime scene documentation analysis and scene reconstructions. The incumbent performs advanced laboratory evidence processing; conducts independent chemical and biochemical analyses to presumptively identify unknown substances and interpret results for use in criminal investigations; resolves complex operational and technical problems; assists detectives and officers with advanced evidence collection and preservation; and provides advanced training education and mentoring to Property & Evidence Technicians Police Officers and Crime Scene Investigator I and II staff.

Employment Standards

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of property and evidence handling storage and security.
• Knowledge of latent processing evidence collection crime scene photography and other basic crime scene duties.
• Knowledge of the scientific method and the ability to apply these principles to a forensic laboratory.
• Knowledge of photographic equipment and other crime scene processes.
• Knowledge of up-to-date office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and electronic data processing.
• Skill in identifying crime scene evidence.
• Ability to think critically.
• Ability to testify in a court of law.
• Ability to deal effectively with members of the public coworkers officials and others through written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work effectively and exercise discretion in stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to learn the Towns geography and street system and use that knowledge in daily work activities and tasks.
• Ability to maintain IAI certification as outlined in the specific CSI I II and III requirements.
• Ability to be on-call (one week at a time) twenty-four (24) hours a day to respond and assist with crime scene investigations for the Parker Police Department Lone Tree Police Department and the local Judicial Districts Critical Incident Response Team. (This could change based on staffing needs)

Working Conditions

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.

Tools & Equipment

Requires use of general office equipment such as computers printers telephones and related software. Use of specialized tools or equipment may also be necessary including but not limited to technical devices mechanical tools heavy equipment machinery public-safety-related items or other industry-specific systems. If required by the position the employee may operate a personal or Town-owned vehicle.

General and Sensory Requirements
The employee is regularly required to sit stand walk reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects tools or controls. Duties may also require stooping kneeling crouching crawling climbing stairs or ladders and maintaining balance. The employee must be able to talk and hear effectively both in person and over the phone and must be capable of operating a vehicle if required by the role. Vision requirements include consistent near and far visual acuity depth perception peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus to allow a broad field of vision.

Moderate Physical Demands
This position involves frequent physical activity and movement. The employee must be able to lift carry push or pull up to twenty-five (25) pounds frequently and up to fifty (50) pounds occasionally.

Environment

Physical presence onsite is required. Work schedules include evenings weekends holidays extended shifts and emergency callouts. Work is primarily performed in varied indoor and outdoor locations including emergency response and public safety environments. The noise level varies depending on activities or location. This position frequently requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Employees in this position may be exposed to fumes odors dust or airborne particles work in proximity to moving mechanical parts or machinery handle potentially hazardous materials or biological substances work in high-stress or emergency environments and encounter high-risk interpersonal situations or emotionally charged environments.