Crime Technician Job at City of Dallas, TX, Dallas, TX

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  • City of Dallas, TX
  • Dallas, TX

Job Description

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Job Summary

Conducts investigations, collects, processes and preserves evidence involved in a crime investigation and administers beath alcohol tests to determine whether a person is intoxicated.

Job Description

Overview

The Crime Technician conducts investigations, collects, processes and preserves evidence involved in a crime investigation and administers breath alcohol tests to determine whether a person is intoxicated.

Essential Functions

1 Administers the breath alcohol test to determine whether a person is intoxicated, assists with blood draws, and gathers other evidentiary samples; operates video equipment to video persons arrested for driving while intoxicated for court purposes.

2 Receives and processes information from the Crime Stoppers Hot Line according to established guidelines and procedures; completes criminal history checks and performs other crime research and investigation; intakes evidence and other pertinent property from officers, citizens, and other parties.

3 Fingerprints applicants, suspects, and victims; classifies and processes fingerprint cards; interprets and inputs fingerprint card information into the AFIS database computer files according to guidelines.

4 Collects, processes, and preserves physical evidence involved in a property crime; administers presumptive field testing for drug abuse and ensures all kits and testing equipment is available.

5 Responds to telephone inquiries in order to provide information pertaining to Police procedures; assists detectives/police officers in using city and county computers to access information.

6 Distributes arrest reports and all release change to magistrate and judge for approval.

7 Appears in county court for testimony related to the trials.

8 Manages, maintains, and purges inventory of evidence and items per relative codes, regulations, and standards; prepares items for final disposition ensures documentation and accurate management.

9 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1 Knowledge of evidence and property management and inventory procedures.

2 Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws regarding evidence and crime data management.

3 Knowledge police testing procedures and fingerprinting.

4 Knowledge of warehousing practices and procedures.

5 Ability to administer alcohol testing and other related tests.

6 Ability to create records of all property within the guidelines established by State law and department rules and Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

7 Ability to accurately enter data on a computer.

8 Ability to operated radio and computer terminal.

9 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

10 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

  • High school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE

  • Two (2) years of law enforcement or investigative support experience with a municipal, county, state, or federal regulatory agency.

EQUIVALENCIES

  • An associate degree in a criminal justice, criminology, forensic science, social science, or physical science field plus one (1) year of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

  • A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a non-specified field plus one (1) year of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

  • A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a criminal justice, criminology, forensic science, social science, or physical science field will meet the education and experience requirements.

LICENSE

  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Must pass extensive background investigation.

  • Must pass polygraph and drug screening.

  • No FELONY convictions

  • No CLASS A or B MISDEMEANOR convictions.

  • No FAMILY VIOLENCE convictions.

  • Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any FELONY , CLASS A or B Misdemeanor .

  • Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

  • Some positions are subject to twenty-four/seven (24/7) emergency call-out.

PREFERENCES

  • Effective oral and written communication skills.

  • Basic PC skills.

  • Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.

Salary Range

$44,720.00 - $47,652.80

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

Questions? Contact our recruiting departments:

Civil Service - ***email_hidden***

Talent - Acquisition hrtalent@dallas.gov

Job Tags

Local area, Shift work, Night shift

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