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Company

City of Midland, TX
Address ,
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $54,221 a year
Expires 2023-10-18
Posted at 9 months ago
Job Description
Scope of Work

Provides forensic services to the Police Department, including processing crime scenes and evidence, making fingerprint comparisons, and acting as a liaison between other departments within the agency and outside agencies.

Essential Job Duties

  • Stays abreast of new discoveries, procedures, theories, and technological advancements in the field of forensic science by attending conferences, seminars, and continuing education/training courses and by reading textbooks, scientific reports, and professional journals
  • Files and searches rolled fingerprint cards.
  • Photographs scenes, collects, processes, and properly packages evidence identified, and is aware of proper packaging material and procedure.
  • Assists other employees in conducting assigned duties and responsibilities as necessary
  • In addition to on-call duty, CSI is expected to respond to emergency calls when additional help is needed.
  • Operates Midland Police Department computer, record-keeping programs, and AFIS terminal
  • Is expected to respond to calls for service in a timely manner, as good judgment and safety allow.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • Responds to and oversees a variety of complex crime scene calls, including but not limited to homicides, unattended deaths, suicides, fatality accidents, robberies, kidnappings, and property crimes
  • Fingerprints individuals for identification, comparison, and exclusionary purposes
  • On-call duty consists of being readily available by phone at all times to respond to calls for service.
  • Provides training in crime scene search, preservation, and evidence collection to patrol officers
  • Gives advice and direction to officers and detectives in crime scene, forensic, and evidentiary matters
  • Works a forty (40) hour work week in addition to scheduled, rotating on-call duty
  • Must maintain physical fitness to perform job duties.
  • Establishes a permanent, detailed record describing the crime scene and processes performed in the laboratory by writing detailed reports, preparing accurate sketches and diagrams, and applying professional photographic techniques
  • Assists criminal justice officials in preparing criminal cases, in person and by providing reports, diagrams, photographs, etc
  • Reconstructs events as they happened just before, during, and shortly following the commission of a crime to determine the sequence of events and ascertain the type and location of evidence.
  • Frequently interacts professionally with law enforcement officials at all levels, state and federal prosecutors, medical examiners, and state laboratory personnel in person or by telephone.
  • Performs latent print comparisons to exact potential identifications of known individuals
  • Examines latent prints recovered by officers and crime scene investigators for sufficient ridge detail
  • Works efficiently under stress and uses good judgment in emergency/high-stress situations
  • Processes evidence in the laboratory and maintains lab equipment and supplies in a state of readiness.
  • Mixes chemicals for lab and crime scene use using prescribed PPE and safety measures
  • Maintains workspace, laboratory, city-issued vehicle, and on-call CSI van in clean, stocked, and organized condition.
  • Attends briefings, conferences, and evidence reviews with detectives and/or attorneys
  • Establishes and maintains a detailed record of the chain of custody.
  • Gives expert testimony in criminal court cases. This testimony must not only follow the rules of evidence but must also be able to explain, in layman’s terms, to a jury the significance of the evidence as it relates to scientific proof.

EQUIPMENT USED:
  • City vehicle
  • MPD Computer
  • Automated Fingerprint Identification System
  • Safety equipment such as respirators and self-contained breathing apparatus
  • On-call CSI van
  • DSLR Camera, tripod, and accessories
  • Various instruments, tools, and chemicals used in the collection of evidence
  • Alternate Light Source

Physical and Environmental Conditions

  • Works under unfavorable conditions, including exposure to harsh weather, poor or no lighting, hazardous chemicals and smoke, unpleasant odors, extremes in temperature, all types of weather conditions, electrical hazards, communicable diseases, etc. - following local, state, and federal guidelines
  • Responsibilities may include occasional physical labor and endurance and may be hazardous with regard to physical and mental well-being.
  • Works irregular hours, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours in emergency, disaster, or other situations influenced by workload, staffing difficulties, or equipment-related repair problems

Required Qualifications

  • Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations; interprets and applies as necessary.
  • Must possess a valid Texas Class 'C' driver's license
  • Knowledge of law enforcement and criminal justice system principles
  • If prior military service must have an honorable discharge
  • Must be a resident of Midland County at the time of employment.
  • Knowledge of the geography of the city and the surrounding vicinity
  • Knowledge of Administrative Directives of both the City of Midland and the Police Department
  • Must be proficient in both spoken and written English
  • Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both oral and written
  • Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and syntax
  • Knowledge of technical aspects of law enforcement, including investigation, identification, records management, and care and custody of property
  • Knowledge of safety procedures in relation to chemicals in use in the Crime Scene lab and communicable diseases
  • Skill to plan, organize, and manage time effectively
  • Works independently in the absence of supervision
  • No felony convictions, history of criminal or improper conduct, or poor driving record which may affect the suitability for law enforcement work
  • Associate's degree or 65 college hours

CONDITIONS FOR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT:
  • Must meet or exceed job performance expectations and substantially meet all standards of performance under a broad banding plan
  • Must obtain AFIS certification to operate terminal independently
  • Must maintain a valid Texas Class 'C' driver's license
  • Must obtain Certified Crime Scene Investigator status under the International Association for Identification certification program
  • Must maintain necessary physical condition to carry out all essential job functions


The City of Midland offers an excellent benefit package to employees. Benefits range from Group Health and Flexible Spending Accounts to paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.
Overview of Benefits:
Group Health Benefits: Medical/Prescription
The City of Midland offers two (2) medical benefit plan options. The plans are tailored to meet the differing needs of our employees, and include medical, dental and prescription coverage. As an additional benefit, the City of Midland offers a Wellness Center that provides basic medical services to employees and dependents enrolled in the group health plan at no cost
Plan A: $1500 in network deductible
Plan covers 80% after deductible up to maximum out of pocket of $5500

Plan B: no deductible
Plan covers 70% up to maximum out of pocket of $5500
Optional Dental
Employees and their dependents are eligible to enroll in the optional dental coverage.
Optional Vision
Employees and their dependents are eligible to enroll in optional vision coverage.
Retirement
Full time employees are required to participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS). TMRS is funded for each employee through a 7% contribution from the employee and a 2:1 match by the City.
Deferred Compensation 457(b)
Additional retirement accounts are available in the form of deferred compensation through payroll deduction on a pre-tax basis. Employees can choose from three (3) companies to participate in deferred compensation. Enrollment is optional.
Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
The FSA is an employee-funded account that allows employees to set aside additional money for health-care and dependent care expenses. This money is payroll deducted on a pre-tax basis. Enrollment is optional.
Group Term Life Insurance
All full-time employees are eligible to receive $75,000 in basic life coverage at no cost.

Additional Life Insurance
Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and/or their dependents. Rates and coverage amounts vary.
Long Term Disability
The City offers voluntary enrollment in Long Term Disability. Rates and coverage amounts vary.
Employee Assistance Program
The City of Midland contracts with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all of our employees. This service is completely confidential, and free to all employees and their household members. Services include counseling, crisis intervention, financial guidance, legal assistance and more.
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Employees begin earning Vacation and Sick Leave as early as the first paycheck. In addition, the City offers several paid holidays during each calendar year, including employee birthdays.
Longevity Pay
Employees are eligible to receive longevity pay after the first year, and every year of employment thereafter.
Health and Wellness Programs
The City offers a wellness program to promote health and wellness. Participation is voluntary and could have monetary rewards.
Credit Union
Employees are eligible to join the Midland Municipal Employee Credit Union. The Credit Union offers great dividends and loan opportunities.
Tuition Reimbursement
The City provides tuition reimbursement for employees interested in furthering their education. Reimbursement amounts are subject to prior approval, course completion and grades obtained.
Sick Leave Bank
Voluntary program in which members can apply for up to an additional 90 days of sick leave in the event of a catastrophic injury or illness.
Scholarship Fund
The Midland Municipal Employee Scholarship Fund is an employee-funded program that awards scholarships annually to dependents of City of Midland employees who plan to pursue a college education.
Other Incentives
City of Midland employees are eligible to receive numerous discounts from local providers such as gyms, cellular phone companies and more.