Crime Scene Supervisor

Salary : $60,340.80 - $80,558.40 Annually
Location : Boca Raton, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03582
Department: Police Services
Opening Date: 12/11/2023
Closing Date: 12/25/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N
Job Description
Supervises the daily functions of the Crime Scene Unit; provides onsite technical expertise; processes and collects evidence at Crime Scenes; does related work as required. Work is performed under the supervision of the Forensic Services Manager.
Essential Functions

• Supervises and evaluates Crime Scene unit employees.
• Plans, schedules, evaluates, and counsels Crime Scene unit staff on work performance to ensure compliance with department policies and procedures.
• Trains Crime Scene unit personnel.
• Responsible for purchasing and maintenance of Crime Scene unit supplies and equipment.
• Processes Crime Scenes including photographs, evidence collection, diagrams, and other pertinent information.
• Responsible for lab safety requirements.
• Responds to major scenes to supervise analysis of evidentiary material and laboratory examinations.

• Testifies in court as an expert witness.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police Department.
• Knowledge of police investigative techniques and techniques of identification.
• Knowledge of evidentiary procedures.
• Knowledge of the techniques of processing Crime Scenes and maintaining the security of evidence; ability to analyze evidence.
• Ability to gather and secure evidence; ability to keep detailed records and prepare reports.
• Knowledge in photography and latent print development and digital enhancement procedures.
• Ability to utilize AFIS technology and perform related work as necessary.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• A two-year degree in Forensic Science or related field or other specialized training in Forensic Science.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in a full-time Crime Scene investigation role.
• Completion of an industry recognized basic fingerprint course.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Possession of Crime Scene certification with International Association for Identification is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The applicant must successfully pass a complete background investigation to the satisfaction of the employer prior to appointment.
BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
The background check process for this position may include:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Certification/License Verification
• Credit Check
• Fingerprinting
• Polygraph
• Neighborhood Check
• Psychological Examination
• Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Full-Time Non-Bargaining Employees
ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.
Year of Service Accrual 0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month 5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month 10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month 15 full years and over 14 hours per month
CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.
SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:
Years of service Percentage Less than 2 full years 0% 2 to 5 full years 10% 5 to 10 full years 20% 10 full years or more 30% Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%
HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee + Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan.
CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1 each year - Paid during the month of December.
Year of Service Benefit 5 to 10 full years $600 annually 10 to 15 full years $800 annually 15 full years and over $1,100 annually
RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

• An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
• An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution.
• The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.
HOLIDAYS: 14 per year: 11 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.
FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State; Up to 5 workdays - Out of State
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.
MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.
EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a valid Florida Class "E" Driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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What is the highest level of education that you have completed?NOTE: You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.

• Less than High School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Trade or Vocational School
• Associates Degree or 60 credits of college courses
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctoral Degree

04
What area of study is your education?
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Do you have experience as a supervisor and/or other training that would be applicable to supervisory functions?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of previous experience do you have working in Crime Scene investigation and laboratory experience recognized at an expert witness level?

• I have no previous experience
• 1 year of exoerience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 6 years or more

07
Have you completed basic and advanced FBI Fingerprint courses?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a Crime Scene certification from the International Association for Identification (IAI)?

• Yes
• No

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Please briefly describe your experience working in Crime Scene investigation and laboratory experience recognized at an expert witness level for a criminal/law enforcement agency.This experience must be clearly listed on your application work history. NOTE: "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response. If you have no previous experience, please state "N/A"
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To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous history. Did you account for the last ten (10) year period including all employment, periods of inactivity, school and/or retirement?

• Yes
• No

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