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Location : Police Department City of Sanford, FL
Job Type: FULL TIME
Job Number: 23-00143
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 12/07/2023
Closing Date: 12/21/2023 5:30 PM Eastern
Description
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Under general direction, the purpose of the position is to process crime scenes of various natures and bio-hazardous levels to their full extent, in addition to receiving, cataloging, storing, and processing items for latent prints and potential DNA of evidentiary nature that are turned in by members of the Sanford Police Department. Employees in this classification are accountable for proper management of all items, and adherence to all laws governing the handling of police evidence which can pose a biological or health risk to the Crime Scene Technician. Objective is to organize and administer division operations to ensure safety and integrity of evidence, to provide accessibility to authorized personnel, and to ensure the accurate documentation of cataloging, photographing, tracking, releasing and disposing procedures.
Examples of Duties
Respond to and processes crime scenes to include attending autopsies as assigned.
Receives and documents all newly submitted property and evidence from departmental personnel to criminal investigations; accurately categorizes and archives items.
Receives and documents materials submitted by departmental personnel as evidence in criminal investigations and prosecutions; tests materials; packages and transfers materials to laboratory for additional analysis.
Releases property/evidence to authorized departmental personnel for investigations and court proceedings; maintains disbursement files to track released items in accordance with departmental policies.
Process lab requests including processing for latent prints, disseminating evidence to proper authorities, copying and or photographing evidence, retrieving audio / video footage, and collecting DNA samples.
Receives, catalogs, stores, releases, tracks and disposes of all property/evidence stored. Releases items to the general public in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
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Utilizes physical and chemical techniques for the recovery of latent prints on various surfaces; which will include mechanical, potentially hazardous chemicals, and forensic light source techniques to photograph or record scenes and items of evidentiary matter; variety of techniques, including mechanical and chemical, for the recovery of forensic evidence which will include but not limited to, shoe and tire impressions, biological and trace evidence; computer equipment and forensic software, scale diagrams, and image recovery.
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Photographs evidence; performs data entry and filing tasks of photos and evidence; maintains all property/evidence software applications and backup records.
Disposes of items in accordance with Florida State Statute and departmental policies and procedures; researches case progression and completion; researches software databases.
Prepares written reports on evaluating and examinations indicating results of findings; and presents expert testimony in court proceedings, which may be necessary for the efficient and effective performance of the position functions.
Attends training sessions and seminars as directed, as well as, Attend autopsies for the purpose of documentation, evidence gathering, and to obtain necessary evidence for the identification of persons.
Work various shift hours and maintain an on call status for crime scene call outs.
ADDITIONAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate
assignment to the position.
The work environment is a laboratory atmosphere with a heavy emphasis on field work investigation. The technician must be able to multitask and handle a fast pace stressful working condition. In addition, technicians must be able to work in an environment where there is exposure to scenes of graphic nature, as well as being able to work with chemical, organic compounds, biological substance and hazardous materials.
Minimum Qualifications
NEW HIRE INCENTIVE
up to 10% of the minimum of the new hire employees' position paygrade.
**Incentive Agreement Required**
High School Diploma or GED; and college coursework in photography or crime scene processing; supplemented by six months related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Current and valid Florida Driver's License.
Employee shall obtain the National Incident Management System ICS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System and IS-700 National Incident Management System, An Introduction within six (6) months of employment. The following courses are designed to provide a -baseline, as they introduce basic NIMS and ICS concepts and provide the foundation for higher-level Emergency Operations Center (EOC), MACS, and ICS related training.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of local, state and federal laws, departmental policies and procedures as they relate to crime scene investigations and recording tasks.
Knowledge of the City's judicial system, and operations and procedures for criminal prosecution as they relate to evidence.
Knowledge of all functions relevant to the receiving, processing, documenting, tracking and releasing of evidence/property.
Knowledge of business English, e.g., spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Entry level mathematical skills.
Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in writing.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, giving close attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform highly responsible work while maintaining the integrity and security of police evidence.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental personnel, supervisors and the general public.
Ability to operate basic photography equipment; ability to operate basic office
equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems,
facsimile machines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds.
While performing the essential functions of this position work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors, e.g., dust, cleaning chemicals/fumes, mild temperature variations. Some tasks are performed in outdoor environments and include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements, e.g., heat, humidity, inclement weather. These tasks may include working in and around moving vehicles and associated vehicle/equipment areas, where heightened awareness to surroundings and observance of established safety precautions is essential in avoidance of injury or accidents.
THE CITY OF SANFORD IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
Part of the City of Sanford's success is due to the efforts and loyalty of employees of our City. The City of Sanford offers a comprehensive benefits package to its Regular (not Temporary) employees, elected officials, and retirees. In assessing our comprehensive programs, the City has taken great care to seek a fair balance between business needs and employment security. There are many options available which afford City staff with coverage to best suit individual and family needs. In many cases, deductions are available on a pre-tax basis. The City engages in periodic Request for Proposals for benefits to ensure premiums and coverage's remain competitive and comprehensive and help provide employees with financial security. We welcome ideas and suggestions from our covered members.
City benefit offerings provide a competitive edge for employment recruitment and retention. In some cases the City funds 100% of the benefits; in most cases City subsidies are common.
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, FRS Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (General/Fire Employees), Paid Sick Leave/Paid Vacation Leave (Police), Bereavement Leave, Paid Military Leave, EAP Program, Short Term Disability Insurance, Paid Employee Life Insurance (1 x annual salary), Paid Holidays for most positions (# of days depends on position), Paid Jury Duty, Worker's Compensation, Social Security/Medicare (50%), Protective Safety Equipment, Uniforms.
Supplemental Benefits
Hospitality Indemnity Plan, Personal Cancer Indemnity Plan, Critical Illness,Voluntary Employee Supplemental Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan, Short Term Disability, 10 Year Level Term Life Insurance.
Other Benefits
Fitness Center, Wellness Center for members of City's Health Insurance program, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Assistance Program, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks, Direct Deposit, Employee Recognition Events, Free Flu Shot, Free Parking, Bi-Lingual Pay, New Hire Incentive w/Signed Agreement, Safety Incentive program.
Flexible Spending Account
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) allow employees to set aside dollars on a pre-tax basis to pay for dependent day care and medical, dental, and vision expenses that are not covered by insurance. Employees can contribute up to $3,050 on a pre-tax basis for medical expenses. Dependent day care expenses are set by the IRS at a maximum of $5,000 per plan year. Employees should estimate expenses to be incurred carefully, as penalties may be imposed by the IRS. For more information please contact our benefits department.
New Hire Incentive
A. Pre-employment conditions
If an employee voluntarily executed an Employee Recruitment Incentive Program Agreement prior to the date of hire upon employment, the new employee will receive:
(i). 5% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade to be paid in the employee's initial paycheck.
(ii). 5% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade in which they were initially hired to be paid after the latter of either:
B. Post-employment conditions.
If an employee voluntarily executed an Employee Recruitment Incentive Program Agreement after employment with the City and within 30 days from the date of hire, the employee will receive:
(i). 3% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade to be paid in the employee's initial paycheck.
(ii). 3% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade in which they were initially hired to be paid after the latter of either:
(i). If termination is less than 12 full months of employment with the City: 100% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(ii). If termination is 12 months or more, but less than 24 full months of employment with the City: 75% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(iii). If termination is 24 months or more, but less than 36 full months of employment with the City: 50% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(iv). Once the 36 full month period from date of hire has expired and with the employee still employed with the City, the employee shall have no further incentives reimbursement obligations to the City.
Excludes temporary positions, positions in which the incumbent has received a new hire or recruitment incentive, all Sanford Police Department sworn personnel and Cadets as the Police Department has an existing New Hire Incentive program for its sworn personnel and Cadets, and all Sanford Fire Department positions requiring either Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedics certifications.
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
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What best describes your level of experience in crime scene processing to include attending autopsies?
03
What best describes your level of experience processing lab requests including processing for latent prints, disseminating evidence to proper authorities, copying and or photographing evidence, retrieving audio / video footage, and collecting DNA samples?
Location : Police Department City of Sanford, FL
Job Type: FULL TIME
Job Number: 23-00143
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 12/07/2023
Closing Date: 12/21/2023 5:30 PM Eastern
Description
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Under general direction, the purpose of the position is to process crime scenes of various natures and bio-hazardous levels to their full extent, in addition to receiving, cataloging, storing, and processing items for latent prints and potential DNA of evidentiary nature that are turned in by members of the Sanford Police Department. Employees in this classification are accountable for proper management of all items, and adherence to all laws governing the handling of police evidence which can pose a biological or health risk to the Crime Scene Technician. Objective is to organize and administer division operations to ensure safety and integrity of evidence, to provide accessibility to authorized personnel, and to ensure the accurate documentation of cataloging, photographing, tracking, releasing and disposing procedures.
Examples of Duties
Respond to and processes crime scenes to include attending autopsies as assigned.
Receives and documents all newly submitted property and evidence from departmental personnel to criminal investigations; accurately categorizes and archives items.
Receives and documents materials submitted by departmental personnel as evidence in criminal investigations and prosecutions; tests materials; packages and transfers materials to laboratory for additional analysis.
Releases property/evidence to authorized departmental personnel for investigations and court proceedings; maintains disbursement files to track released items in accordance with departmental policies.
Process lab requests including processing for latent prints, disseminating evidence to proper authorities, copying and or photographing evidence, retrieving audio / video footage, and collecting DNA samples.
Receives, catalogs, stores, releases, tracks and disposes of all property/evidence stored. Releases items to the general public in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
•
Utilizes physical and chemical techniques for the recovery of latent prints on various surfaces; which will include mechanical, potentially hazardous chemicals, and forensic light source techniques to photograph or record scenes and items of evidentiary matter; variety of techniques, including mechanical and chemical, for the recovery of forensic evidence which will include but not limited to, shoe and tire impressions, biological and trace evidence; computer equipment and forensic software, scale diagrams, and image recovery.
•
Photographs evidence; performs data entry and filing tasks of photos and evidence; maintains all property/evidence software applications and backup records.
Disposes of items in accordance with Florida State Statute and departmental policies and procedures; researches case progression and completion; researches software databases.
Prepares written reports on evaluating and examinations indicating results of findings; and presents expert testimony in court proceedings, which may be necessary for the efficient and effective performance of the position functions.
Attends training sessions and seminars as directed, as well as, Attend autopsies for the purpose of documentation, evidence gathering, and to obtain necessary evidence for the identification of persons.
Work various shift hours and maintain an on call status for crime scene call outs.
ADDITIONAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate
assignment to the position.
The work environment is a laboratory atmosphere with a heavy emphasis on field work investigation. The technician must be able to multitask and handle a fast pace stressful working condition. In addition, technicians must be able to work in an environment where there is exposure to scenes of graphic nature, as well as being able to work with chemical, organic compounds, biological substance and hazardous materials.
Minimum Qualifications
NEW HIRE INCENTIVE
up to 10% of the minimum of the new hire employees' position paygrade.
**Incentive Agreement Required**
High School Diploma or GED; and college coursework in photography or crime scene processing; supplemented by six months related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Current and valid Florida Driver's License.
Employee shall obtain the National Incident Management System ICS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System and IS-700 National Incident Management System, An Introduction within six (6) months of employment. The following courses are designed to provide a -baseline, as they introduce basic NIMS and ICS concepts and provide the foundation for higher-level Emergency Operations Center (EOC), MACS, and ICS related training.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of local, state and federal laws, departmental policies and procedures as they relate to crime scene investigations and recording tasks.
Knowledge of the City's judicial system, and operations and procedures for criminal prosecution as they relate to evidence.
Knowledge of all functions relevant to the receiving, processing, documenting, tracking and releasing of evidence/property.
Knowledge of business English, e.g., spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Entry level mathematical skills.
Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in writing.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, giving close attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform highly responsible work while maintaining the integrity and security of police evidence.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental personnel, supervisors and the general public.
Ability to operate basic photography equipment; ability to operate basic office
equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems,
facsimile machines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds.
While performing the essential functions of this position work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors, e.g., dust, cleaning chemicals/fumes, mild temperature variations. Some tasks are performed in outdoor environments and include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements, e.g., heat, humidity, inclement weather. These tasks may include working in and around moving vehicles and associated vehicle/equipment areas, where heightened awareness to surroundings and observance of established safety precautions is essential in avoidance of injury or accidents.
THE CITY OF SANFORD IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
Part of the City of Sanford's success is due to the efforts and loyalty of employees of our City. The City of Sanford offers a comprehensive benefits package to its Regular (not Temporary) employees, elected officials, and retirees. In assessing our comprehensive programs, the City has taken great care to seek a fair balance between business needs and employment security. There are many options available which afford City staff with coverage to best suit individual and family needs. In many cases, deductions are available on a pre-tax basis. The City engages in periodic Request for Proposals for benefits to ensure premiums and coverage's remain competitive and comprehensive and help provide employees with financial security. We welcome ideas and suggestions from our covered members.
City benefit offerings provide a competitive edge for employment recruitment and retention. In some cases the City funds 100% of the benefits; in most cases City subsidies are common.
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, FRS Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (General/Fire Employees), Paid Sick Leave/Paid Vacation Leave (Police), Bereavement Leave, Paid Military Leave, EAP Program, Short Term Disability Insurance, Paid Employee Life Insurance (1 x annual salary), Paid Holidays for most positions (# of days depends on position), Paid Jury Duty, Worker's Compensation, Social Security/Medicare (50%), Protective Safety Equipment, Uniforms.
Supplemental Benefits
Hospitality Indemnity Plan, Personal Cancer Indemnity Plan, Critical Illness,Voluntary Employee Supplemental Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan, Short Term Disability, 10 Year Level Term Life Insurance.
Other Benefits
Fitness Center, Wellness Center for members of City's Health Insurance program, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Assistance Program, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks, Direct Deposit, Employee Recognition Events, Free Flu Shot, Free Parking, Bi-Lingual Pay, New Hire Incentive w/Signed Agreement, Safety Incentive program.
Flexible Spending Account
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) allow employees to set aside dollars on a pre-tax basis to pay for dependent day care and medical, dental, and vision expenses that are not covered by insurance. Employees can contribute up to $3,050 on a pre-tax basis for medical expenses. Dependent day care expenses are set by the IRS at a maximum of $5,000 per plan year. Employees should estimate expenses to be incurred carefully, as penalties may be imposed by the IRS. For more information please contact our benefits department.
New Hire Incentive
A. Pre-employment conditions
If an employee voluntarily executed an Employee Recruitment Incentive Program Agreement prior to the date of hire upon employment, the new employee will receive:
(i). 5% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade to be paid in the employee's initial paycheck.
(ii). 5% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade in which they were initially hired to be paid after the latter of either:
- Successful completion of the probationary period, or
- All conditions within the new employee employment letter have been fully and successfully satisfied such as, by way of example only, CDL license, plant operator license, etc.
B. Post-employment conditions.
If an employee voluntarily executed an Employee Recruitment Incentive Program Agreement after employment with the City and within 30 days from the date of hire, the employee will receive:
(i). 3% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade to be paid in the employee's initial paycheck.
(ii). 3% of the minimum of the newly hired employee's authorized position pay grade in which they were initially hired to be paid after the latter of either:
- Successful completion of the probationary period, or
- All conditions within the new employee employment letter have been fully and successfully satisfied such as, by way of example only, CDL license, plant operator license, etc.
(i). If termination is less than 12 full months of employment with the City: 100% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(ii). If termination is 12 months or more, but less than 24 full months of employment with the City: 75% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(iii). If termination is 24 months or more, but less than 36 full months of employment with the City: 50% of all incentives paid by the City to the employee shall be reimbursed to the City.
(iv). Once the 36 full month period from date of hire has expired and with the employee still employed with the City, the employee shall have no further incentives reimbursement obligations to the City.
Excludes temporary positions, positions in which the incumbent has received a new hire or recruitment incentive, all Sanford Police Department sworn personnel and Cadets as the Police Department has an existing New Hire Incentive program for its sworn personnel and Cadets, and all Sanford Fire Department positions requiring either Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedics certifications.
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
- No High School Diploma and No GED
- High School or GED
- Some College
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters or Doctorate Degree
02
What best describes your level of experience in crime scene processing to include attending autopsies?
- No experience.
- Less than 6 months of experience.
- 6 months, but less than 1 year of experience.
- 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience.
- 2 years, but less than 3 years experience.
- 3 years or greater of experience.
03
What best describes your level of experience processing lab requests including processing for latent prints, disseminating evidence to proper authorities, copying and or photographing evidence, retrieving audio / video footage, and collecting DNA samples?
- No experience.
- Less than 6 months of experience.
- 6 months, but less than 1 year of experience.
- 1 year...
