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Criminalist

Salary

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Location

Carson City, NV

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

244_5.31.24

Department

Sheriff

Opening Date

05/31/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with the Carson City Sheriff's Office, located in Carson City, NV.Under general supervision, responds to crime scenes and performs a broad range of investigative tasks in the field and in an office or laboratory setting, to include scene documentation and evidence recovery, as well as evaluating and processing physical and digital evidence, examining latent prints, and performing related duties as assigned for the purpose of determining the facts of events.

*Individuals may choose between the following Nevada PERS Retirement plans: Employer-Paid PERS:$35.5608 - $50.2052 hourly / $74,590.54 - $104,426.76 annually Employee/Employer-Paid PERS:*$42.5590 - $59.5825 hourly / $88,522.64 - $123,931.69 annually

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This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees:click here{tabindex="0"}.

*Please Note:Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.*

Examples of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Conduct detailed inspections of crime scenes for the presence of evidence such as latent prints, footwear and tire impressions, firearms evidence, blood and other physiological fluids, controlled substances, and trace evidence such as hair, fibers, and gunshot residue.
• Document crime scenes to include general and comparison photography, note taking and sketching and diagramming crime scenes through manual and automated means.
• Develop latent prints with powders, chemicals, or other approved methods, both in the field and at the laboratory, on a variety of objects and surfaces.
• Photograph crime scenes, victims, autopsies, traffic accidents, property damage, stolen property, arson sites and arrestees in accordance with prescribed procedures.
• Collect and process evidence from various body areas of living and deceased persons.
• Examine and process evidence and maintain appropriate chain of custody to preserve crime scene evidence for presentation in court.
• Complete detailed written reports related to crime scene analysis, evidence and property.
• Maintain the integrity and chain of custody of all evidence from collection, logging into the computer system, an distribution to the appropriate law enforcement or judicial agency.
• Perform digital forensic examinations of data stored on electronic devices.
• Collect video evidence from various sources for use during investigations, as requested.
• Presumptively test suspected drugs and other substances using approved methods.
• Testify as an expert witness in civil and criminal courts, pretrial conferences, and grand juries.
• Provide input to attorneys regarding submittal of photographs, physical evidence, and diagrams.
• Provide training in respect to crime scene investigation, evidence collection and preservation, latent print processing, and crime laboratory capabilities and other related matters.
• Participate in various community events and presentations to the public.
• Ensure the adherence of standard safety precautions when responding to toxic, bio-hazardous, and physically challenging scenes.
• Determine appropriate safety wear to be utilized to include protective masks, gloves, clothing, and eye wear.
• Prepare technical and accurate computer-generated diagrams with forensic diagramming software.
• Clean and maintain equipment, work areas and department vehicles.
• Recover, unload, process, test fire and impound firearms and other weapons using sound safety precautions.
• Evaluate, analyze and compare latent prints; compile reports on findings; maintain files and documentation.
• Provide a variety of office support the Sheriff's Office as assigned.
• Prepare standard reports related to the work performed.
• Monitor and maintain the security of facilities and equipment.
• Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
• Use standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
• Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public, and City staff; act in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Typical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to an Associate Science degree from an accredited community college with major course work in biology, chemistry, forensic technology, forensic science, or a related field, including specialized training in crime scene investigation; and two (2) years of criminal investigations experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Drivers License.
• Possession, or ability to obtain, IAI certification as a Certified Crime Scene Investigator within one (1) year of date of hire.
• Ability to complete comprehensive latent print examiner training program (or equivalent) within one (1) year of date of hire.
• Ability to attend vendor-specific training and/or certification courses in digital forensic evidence processing within one (1) year of date of hire.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of: