Crime Scene Investigator I/Ii/Iii

Who We Are

Orlando, The City Beautiful

For most of Orlando’s history we’ve been the place everyone wants to visit. Today, we’re also the place where everyone wants to live and do business. List after list has Orlando as one of the fastest growing cities in America. We’re transitioning from our role as the young upstart to a more mature, global city.

This didn’t happen by accident. Together as a community, we developed a shared vision for our city focused on creating partnerships and we’ve transformed Orlando from a place that was packed with potential into a city on the rise.

Our vision ensures we are an inclusive, compassionate community that is generating jobs, becoming the most sustainable city in the nation, keeping our community safe, making it easier to get around, and increasing the quality of life. Together, we can continue realizing all our city’s potential.

Come be part of our community with the City of Orlando.
NATURE OF WORK:
Performs responsible technical field and office work for complex crime scene investigations, documentation of the scene utilizing photography, videography, sketches, and 3D scanners; evidence identification/preservation/processing/collection/submission; producing detailed reports; testifying in court proceedings; and other duties as assigned. Employees assigned to this classification must complete an extensive training program to reach full proficiency in all areas. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Technology and Forensics Division Forensic Manager and performances maybe reviewed while in progress, upon completion and through direct on-site observation, review of reports, and conferences.

CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR I: High school graduate or equivalent required with some related work experience; photography, crime scene processing or related areas are desired and a valid Florida Driver's License is required. Must pass reading comprehension and writing skills test. Also required to pass medical and psychological examinations and a thorough background check which includes polygraph.
A valid Florida Driver’s License is required. Must pass reading comprehension and writing skills test.
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR II: Same as Crime Scene Investigator I, above, except requires one (1) year of crime scene experience as specified. College-level or technical training in fingerprint classification, photography, or related areas preferred. May be required to complete a practical exercise as determined by unit supervisor.
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR III: Same as Crime Scene Investigator II, above, except requires (2) two years crime scene experience as specified.
Reading Comprehension and Writing Skills Information:

• Applicants are allowed one opportunity to pass the tests within a posting period or any given 30 days. Scores are valid for one year.
• Only applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited via email. Invitations will be sent to the email address listed on the application.
• Tests are administered by invitation only.
• Applicants will have (3) three days from the date of the invitation to complete the tests. Tests may be completed virtually or onsite.

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