Forensic Service Technician City of Virginia Beach 124 reviews - Virginia Beach, VA $35,568 - $52,790 a year City of Virginia Beach 124 reviews Read what people are saying about working here. The Virginia Beach Police Departments Forensic Unit is the largest unit within the Detective Bureau, employing twenty-one civilian and ancillary employees in three distinct sections (crime scene investigation, fingerprint identification and civil identification). The unit responds to approximately 5000 crime scenes annually, including vehicle accidents, fires, property crimes and violent crimes. Duties: Forensic Services Technicians (Crime Scene) perform work in the recognition, collection, documentation, preservation and processing of physical evidence associated with criminal activity under investigation; act as a principal assistant at major crime scenes; process minor crime scenes independently; develop latent finger and palm prints; identify and recover all forms of evidence; document crime scenes, using sketching, measurements, photography and videotaping; prepare reports; and testify in court. Shift Requirements: Forensic Services Technicians work shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Shift bids are accepted every three months from employees and shift assignments are made based on seniority and the operational needs of the department, with consideration to the employee's bid request. In other words, employees are assigned to the same regular work schedule for three month intervals. Typically, a new employee can expect to spend the first few years of their employment on the evening or midnight shift with days off during the week (rather than the traditional Saturday/Sunday weekend). The Forensic Unit is staffed by 10 crime scene technicians and coverage must be consistently maintained. For this reason, at times technicians will be required to work on other shifts to fulfill operational needs. When possible, advance notice is provided, but there are periodic situations (about once a month) when a shift change may be required on the day of the request. Obviously, there are a number of variables that impact operational needs such as employee turnover, annual leave requests, unexpected illness, crime trends, etc. The information provided here is based on past experience in an effort to describe the most likely scenario for a new employee. Career Progression Opportunities: Forensic Services Technician is the entry level position. Applicants selected for the Forensic Services Technician position will be eligible for career progression to the Forensic Specialist I position classification (10% pay increase) upon demonstrating competency and proficiency in processing crime scenes independently (typically in about two years). There is an additional career progression opportunity to Forensic Specialist II for those employees who continue their study and training in a specific discipline (bloodstain pattern analysis, digital image enhancement, ballistics, etc.) and are recognized by the court as an expert witness in that discipline. Automatic Disqualifiers: The following is a listing of "automatic disqualifiers" or concerns that could result in you not being selected for employment. Please give consideration to these factors before applying. This is not an exhaustive listing. Criminal History: Conviction of any felony or any crime involving moral turpitude (crimes contrary to justice, honesty, or good morals). Conviction of any Class 1 or Class 2 misdemeanor, excluding traffic violations which are discussed separately, or the Virginia State Law equivalent within the last 5 years. Traffic Violations: Three or more negative points on a Virginia Operator's License or the equivalent for out of state licenses. Points may be negated by attending defensive driving school offered by the Division of Motor Vehicles prior to the interview phase. Any conviction of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, refusal to take blood or breath test, eluding police, racing, or leaving the scene of an accident within the last 5 years. Drugs: Any involvement in the sale or distribution of illegal drugs as an adult. Juvenile involvement in the sale or distribution of illegal drugs is an area of concern which will be given careful scrutiny in the context of the full investigation/review. Any illegal use or possession of any illegal drug (defined as set forth in the Federal Controlled Substance Act, 21 U.S.C. §800 et al. and by the Code of Virginia), including but not limited to heroin, cocaine, hallucinogens or any derivative thereof (except marijuana) within the last ten years. Illegal possession of anabolic steroids within the last 36 months. Illegal possession of marijuana or a derivative thereof within the last 12 months. Official City Job Description: https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/human-resources/Employment-VBGOV/Job%20Descriptions/Forensic_Services_Technician_00775.pdf Minimum Requirements: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to three (3) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills and abilities and associated with such positions as evidence technician or related position or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license in accordance with Virginia or North Caroline DMV drivers license eligibility requirements. Successful completion of a police background investigation, including polygraph exam. Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug testing. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work rotating shifts (days/evenings/midnights) including weekends and holidays and be available to work overtime when required to meet operational needs. This position requires incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employees supervisor based on position assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including dismissal. Additional Requirements: DMV Transcript: Required CDL: Not Required DOT History: Not Required CPS Check: Not Required Physical: Required Respirator: Not Required Polygraph Review: Required Psychological Screening: Not Required Attachments Required: Preferences: Strong communication skills; detail orientation and organizational/time management skills are essential. College level coursework in forensic science, biology, chemistry, criminal justice or related area; volunteer or paid work experience in the field of forensic science; familiarity with photography; and computer literacy are desirable. International Association of Identification (IAI) or comparable certification as a crime scene investigator and experience developing latent finger and palm prints and experience testifying in court are desirable. Special Instructions: Please submit your application before midnight on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Applicants who apply to this posting will be considered for the current opening and any future Forensic Services Technician vacancies through March 31, 2019. * Please complete the application in its entirety. The application is the primary required document used to screen qualifications and years of experience. A resume does not replace a completed application. Fields on the application left blank, including but not limited to job duties, dates of employment, and hours worked, may cause your application to be incomplete. * You will not be able to access the details of this job ad once the closing date has passed. If you would like to retain this information, please take a screen shot or print using your browser's printing capability. * Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you give us in the work experience section of this application. Be sure you are thorough in describing your skills and duties as you complete the work experience section. If the information cannot be verified you will not receive credit. * Please provide a copy of any certifications or related professional licenses. * If selected for this position you may be required to submit official transcripts from all accredited colleges or universities listed on your application. Forward your *OFFICIAL transcripts from your accredited colleges or universities to: Department of Human Resources 2424 Courthouse Drive Municipal Center, Building 18 Virginia Beach, VA 23456 Current City of Virginia Beach employees who have their official transcripts from their accredited college or university in their personnel file will not have to provide another transcript to the Department of Human Resources. * All higher education institutions must be accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education. VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction. City of Virginia Beach - 5 hours ago - save job - original job Apply Now Apply On Company Site Save this job