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Location : 6010 Cattleridge Blvd, Sarasota FL 34232
Job Type: CIVILIAN
Job Number: 2023-00037
Bureau: Investigations
Section: INV-Crime Scene Unit
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 12/18/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
All applicants are required to upload the following documents with their application submission: Drivers License with current address, signed Social Security card, birth certificate issued by state or local government authority, High School diploma/GED, College transcript, DD214 Member-4, Name change documents, FDLE certification documents (certified positions), official arrest/charge documents. If a document does not apply to you, please upload an attachment with N/A, if a document is unavailable at the time of application, please list status of documentation (ordered, requested, in search of, etc.) If documentation is not received, your application will not be processed for further consideration.
SCSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Description
The Crime Scene Analyst will perform a variety of duties including, but not limited to, collecting and preserving prints, evidence and property, examining Crime Scenes, documenting and photographing when applicable, conducting tests, generating case books, coordinating with the crime lab, creating reports, testifying at trials and exhibiting competence in all aspects of their duties in order to sustain the integrity and professionalism of the agency. The member will spend at least 65 percent of their time performing duties that involve the collection, examination, preservation, documentation, preparation, or analysis of human tissues or fluids or physical evidence having potential biological, chemical or radiological hazard or contamination, or use chemicals, processes, or materials that may have carcinogenic or health-damaging properties in the analysis of such evidence.
General Description of Duties
Conducts forensic investigations in the field and laboratory with approved methods to locate, identify, develop, preserve, and fully document (through photos, notes, and measurements) all manners of evidence. Prepare collected evidence to establish and maintain chain of custody, for possible submission to crime laboratories for analysis and prosecution. Locate, develop, preserve, and collect DNA, trace, hidden evidence, impression evidence, and friction ridge detail from evidence using sequential processing, and advanced photographic techniques using alternate light sources. Prepare Crime Scene sketches by hand and/or computer-aided diagrams. Safely work with, in, and around deceased individuals, biological matter, foul odors, insect activity, extreme environmental conditions, and other hazards, for long hours that include nights, weekends, holidays, and during states of emergency with little to no prior notice. Must be able to make correct critical decisions in intense situations. Attend autopsies to photograph, collect, document, and package all evidence obtained from decedents. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing in a courteous and professional manner. Prepare reports to document case involvement in a timely manner. Testify in depositions and court proceedings regarding these matters in a clear, concise, and scientifically accurate manner. Participate in community events. Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
• Associates degree or higher in Crime Scene technology, forensic science, or other physical or natural science
• Four (4) years of related work experience.
• Be able to be trained to competency to complete administrative and technical reviews, train new hire employees, complete validation studies, assist with reviewing/revising unit SOPS, and participate in special projects and assignments as needed.
• Complete in-house training and attend required outside training.
• Be able to demonstrate competency and maintain proficiency standards in accordance with accreditation.
• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills demonstrating awareness for human diversity to citizens and colleagues.
o Public speaking is a requirement of this position as you will be providing testimony and participating in the training of new hires throughout the agency as well as interacting with the community.
• Be able to obtain certification from the International Association of Identification (IAI) as a Certified Crime Scene Investigator or above after the first year of employment.
• Be able to work an on-call schedule, drive an agency-issued vehicle, and complete CPR training.
• Respond to calls during off-duty hours with little to no advanced notice with willingness to work extended hours.
• Maintain casework confidentiality.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as well as the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs.
• Participate in community events.
• Must be able to work unsupervised after the completion of training to complete complex tasks and procedures with minimal or no guidance regardless of scene hazards, weather, temperature, foul smells, and insects/pests. This needs to be done while demonstrating adequate skills regarding personal and scene safety as well as evidence identification, handling, and collection techniques. Visual acuity and keen color perception are necessary.
Additional Information
2080
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office requires all employees to have either an associates degree, 60 equivalent hours from an accredited college or university or the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test. The Wonderlic Basic Skills Test measures verbal and quantitative skills. Sworn Law Enforcement and Corrections Deputies must achieve a minimum passing score of Verbal - 267 and Quantitative - 241. Civilians must achieve a minimum passing score of Verbal - 248 and Quantitative - 241.
Local institution to administer the Wonderlic: Suncoast Technical College 941-924-1365 ext. 62322. Fee $40
December Holiday Schedule: STCI will close for testing from Decemeber 23rd, 2023 until January 9th, 2024.
If you are out of town, please contact your local technical institute. A complete report of passing scores must be submitted directly to the SCSO.
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act should you require any reasonable accomodation(s) to participate in the exam process, please advise the administering office and supply documentation so they may attempt to satisfy any special needs expeditiously.
If chosen for processing you will be required to submit to the following screening procedures: a comprehensive background investigation, a polygraph examination, medical examinations, drug and tobacco screening, psychological examination (certified and communications positions). By submitting this application you are agreeing to have a background investigator with the SCSO review any social networking websites that you might belong to. If you are not willing to submit to the above mentioned procedures, please do not submit an application.
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Do you have an Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Crime Scene technology, forensic science, or other physical or natural science or related field?
02
Are you available for on-call employment even on your days off?
03
Do you have at least 4 years of current work experience in forensic science?
04
Have you used, tried, tasted, experimented with or possessed any illegal drugs within the last 12 months prior to this application?
Required Question
Location : 6010 Cattleridge Blvd, Sarasota FL 34232
Job Type: CIVILIAN
Job Number: 2023-00037
Bureau: Investigations
Section: INV-Crime Scene Unit
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 12/18/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
All applicants are required to upload the following documents with their application submission: Drivers License with current address, signed Social Security card, birth certificate issued by state or local government authority, High School diploma/GED, College transcript, DD214 Member-4, Name change documents, FDLE certification documents (certified positions), official arrest/charge documents. If a document does not apply to you, please upload an attachment with N/A, if a document is unavailable at the time of application, please list status of documentation (ordered, requested, in search of, etc.) If documentation is not received, your application will not be processed for further consideration.
SCSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Description
The Crime Scene Analyst will perform a variety of duties including, but not limited to, collecting and preserving prints, evidence and property, examining Crime Scenes, documenting and photographing when applicable, conducting tests, generating case books, coordinating with the crime lab, creating reports, testifying at trials and exhibiting competence in all aspects of their duties in order to sustain the integrity and professionalism of the agency. The member will spend at least 65 percent of their time performing duties that involve the collection, examination, preservation, documentation, preparation, or analysis of human tissues or fluids or physical evidence having potential biological, chemical or radiological hazard or contamination, or use chemicals, processes, or materials that may have carcinogenic or health-damaging properties in the analysis of such evidence.
General Description of Duties
Conducts forensic investigations in the field and laboratory with approved methods to locate, identify, develop, preserve, and fully document (through photos, notes, and measurements) all manners of evidence. Prepare collected evidence to establish and maintain chain of custody, for possible submission to crime laboratories for analysis and prosecution. Locate, develop, preserve, and collect DNA, trace, hidden evidence, impression evidence, and friction ridge detail from evidence using sequential processing, and advanced photographic techniques using alternate light sources. Prepare Crime Scene sketches by hand and/or computer-aided diagrams. Safely work with, in, and around deceased individuals, biological matter, foul odors, insect activity, extreme environmental conditions, and other hazards, for long hours that include nights, weekends, holidays, and during states of emergency with little to no prior notice. Must be able to make correct critical decisions in intense situations. Attend autopsies to photograph, collect, document, and package all evidence obtained from decedents. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing in a courteous and professional manner. Prepare reports to document case involvement in a timely manner. Testify in depositions and court proceedings regarding these matters in a clear, concise, and scientifically accurate manner. Participate in community events. Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
• Associates degree or higher in Crime Scene technology, forensic science, or other physical or natural science
• Four (4) years of related work experience.
• Be able to be trained to competency to complete administrative and technical reviews, train new hire employees, complete validation studies, assist with reviewing/revising unit SOPS, and participate in special projects and assignments as needed.
• Complete in-house training and attend required outside training.
• Be able to demonstrate competency and maintain proficiency standards in accordance with accreditation.
• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills demonstrating awareness for human diversity to citizens and colleagues.
o Public speaking is a requirement of this position as you will be providing testimony and participating in the training of new hires throughout the agency as well as interacting with the community.
• Be able to obtain certification from the International Association of Identification (IAI) as a Certified Crime Scene Investigator or above after the first year of employment.
• Be able to work an on-call schedule, drive an agency-issued vehicle, and complete CPR training.
• Respond to calls during off-duty hours with little to no advanced notice with willingness to work extended hours.
• Maintain casework confidentiality.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as well as the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs.
• Participate in community events.
• Must be able to work unsupervised after the completion of training to complete complex tasks and procedures with minimal or no guidance regardless of scene hazards, weather, temperature, foul smells, and insects/pests. This needs to be done while demonstrating adequate skills regarding personal and scene safety as well as evidence identification, handling, and collection techniques. Visual acuity and keen color perception are necessary.
Additional Information
2080
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office requires all employees to have either an associates degree, 60 equivalent hours from an accredited college or university or the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test. The Wonderlic Basic Skills Test measures verbal and quantitative skills. Sworn Law Enforcement and Corrections Deputies must achieve a minimum passing score of Verbal - 267 and Quantitative - 241. Civilians must achieve a minimum passing score of Verbal - 248 and Quantitative - 241.
Local institution to administer the Wonderlic: Suncoast Technical College 941-924-1365 ext. 62322. Fee $40
December Holiday Schedule: STCI will close for testing from Decemeber 23rd, 2023 until January 9th, 2024.
If you are out of town, please contact your local technical institute. A complete report of passing scores must be submitted directly to the SCSO.
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act should you require any reasonable accomodation(s) to participate in the exam process, please advise the administering office and supply documentation so they may attempt to satisfy any special needs expeditiously.
If chosen for processing you will be required to submit to the following screening procedures: a comprehensive background investigation, a polygraph examination, medical examinations, drug and tobacco screening, psychological examination (certified and communications positions). By submitting this application you are agreeing to have a background investigator with the SCSO review any social networking websites that you might belong to. If you are not willing to submit to the above mentioned procedures, please do not submit an application.
01
Do you have an Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Crime Scene technology, forensic science, or other physical or natural science or related field?
- Yes
- No
02
Are you available for on-call employment even on your days off?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have at least 4 years of current work experience in forensic science?
- Yes
- No
04
Have you used, tried, tasted, experimented with or possessed any illegal drugs within the last 12 months prior to this application?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
