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　　CITY OF SALINA

　　POSITION DESCRIPTION

　　CLASS TITLE: Crime Scene/Evidence Technician GR: 105 FLSA: Non-ExemptDATE: 08/17/2023

　　DEPARTMENT: Police DIVISION: Investigation

　　REPORTS TO: Unit Supervisor APPROVED: _____ JOB CODE: 3063

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　　GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

　　Under general supervision; this civilian position is responsible foridentifying, collecting, and preserving evidence at

　　major crime scenes using special equipment and highly skilledphotographic and evidence gathering techniques.

　　Also provides property and evidence control. Work requires the exerciseof initiative and independent judgment in

　　implementing work methods within prescribed standards and procedures.

　　TYPICAL DUTIES:

　　o Processes crime scenes as directed, uses special equipment andevidence-gathering techniques; photographs

　　crime scenes to record the appearance of evidence; identifies, collects,and secures physical evidence

　　including blood, body fluids, hair, fibers, and firearms for laboratorytesting and use as evidence in criminal

　　prosecutions.

　　o Searches for and develops latent prints at crime scenes; photographsand fingerprints suspects and victims

　　(including deceased individuals); compares fingerprint records to learnpersons identities attends autopsies to

　　take photos and collect evidence.

　　o Produces castings of footprints, tire tracks, and other impressions;arranges safe storage of seized, abandoned

　　or disabled property to secure pending proper disposition.

　　o Types a variety of data into a computerized database for permanentstorage and retrieval; inventories evidence

　　and property; testifies in civil and criminal court proceedings toprovide evidence; compiles and files a variety of

　　memos, reports and records.

　　o Self-initiates work on priority tasks identified by supervisorypersonnel.

　　o Performs overtime as needed and other duties as assigned.

　　SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:

　　During supervisors absence, may oversee and direct the work of lessexperienced and/or part-time crime

　　scene/evidence personnel.

　　MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

　　Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the following:

　　o High school diploma or G.E.D

　　o Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in forensicscience, chemistry, biology, anthropology,

　　criminal justice or related field preferred.

　　o One (1) year related experience and/or training preferred.

　　o Must possess a valid Kansas drivers license.

　　RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:

　　This position has a 40-minute response time by way of the most directroute and within the posted speed limits,

　　or must live within the city limits of Salina, Bennington, Minneapolis,McPherson, Solomon, Abilene, or

　　Carneiro.

　　ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

　　Assist in the processing of crime scenes and the identification,preservation and collection of evidence. (Daily)

　　Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellowemployees, officials and the public. (Daily)

　　Receive, identify, secure, store and release evidence and other propertyin accordance with department directives

　　and legal requirements. (Daily)

　　Effectively maintain security of the Property/Evidence room. (Daily)

　　Maintain and apply knowledge of current department policies, procedures,rules, instruction, laws, regulations and

　　police literature. (Daily)

　　CLASS TITLE: Crime Scene/Evidence Technician DEPARTMENT: PoliceDepartment Page 2

　　ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (cont.):

　　Maintain and exhibit discretion and integr ity at all times when handlingconfidential information. (Daily)

　　Testify in court. (Daily)

　　PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

　　Work Type: Medium, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally,and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently,

　　and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

　　Climbing/Balancing: Climb inclines and ladders, uneven surfaces, balancerequired.

　　Walking: Moderate amount required

　　Stooping/Bending: Frequently

　　Stand/Sit: Sit about 30 percent of the time

　　Reaching: Frequently, overhead as well as horizontal

　　Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions

　　Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions

　　Hearing: Adequate to perform essential job functions

　　Speech: Frequently express ideas and be understood

　　Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates vehicle/equipmentrequiring moderate ability

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