Evidence / Crime Scene Technician

Evidence / Crime Scene / Investigative Support Technician

Members of the Punta Gorda Police Department are appointed to the position of Evidence / Crime Scene / Investigative Support Technician. Positions share on call status and are designed to provide backup and support to each other. When assigned to the Support Services Division member reports directly to the Support Services Division Commander. This is a skilled technical position responsible for evidence handling and property / inventory (Quartermaster) control. Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity. When assigned to the Criminal Investigations Section member reports directly to the Criminal Investigations Supervisor. This is a skilled technical position responsible for crime scene processing, investigative analysis, and investigative administrative support. Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity.

Essential FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity.

• Process, transport, and maintain control, custody, and security over the inventory of evidence that comes under the purview of the Punta Gorda Police Department. Handles all paperwork processes in regards to said inventory of evidence;
• Process, order, transport, and maintain control, custody, and security over the inventory of property that comes under the purview of the Punta Gorda Police Department Quartermaster. Handles all paperwork processes in regards to said inventory of property;
• Provide for the disposal of evidence and property according to law. Maintain the cleanliness of the evidence areas due to entry restrictions;
• Respond to crime scenes and department operations and provide on-scene technical assistance in processing a crime scene;
• Provide investigative analysis and clerical assistance supporting police detectives with their criminal investigations;
• Safely operate a department vehicle to respond to crime scenes and / or transport evidence; and
• Provide testimony on an incident as may be required by the court.

Minimum Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and / or experience; and, certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. In lieu of certain requirements listed below, Employee may accrue or acquire certain specified time in service, specialized skills, and / or certifications, thereby qualifying for this position through the City's career progression policy.

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