What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crime Scene Investigator (Police Department) position at City of Columbia, MO?
The purpose of this job is to conduct evidentiary and analytical work involving evidence gathered during the investigation of criminal acts. Provides support to police personnel via investigative follow-up activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
- Processes crime scenes and seized seizes evidence.
- Serves search warrants.
- Conducts investigation follow-up and assists detectives as requested.
- Operates specialized equipment.
- Testifies during court proceedings.
- Documents activities and prepares detailed records and reports.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
- Interactions may result in decisions regarding implementation of policies. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions with the public requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.
- Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.
Fiscal Responsibility
- Position has no fiscal responsibility.
Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Evidence or related field
- 1 to 3 years’ experience in criminal justice, public administration, or related field
Licenses or Certifications
- Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position
Knowledge of:
- General office practices and administrative procedures, records management, and administration techniques and procedures.
- Common business software applications such as Microsoft Office.
- Evidence chain of custody best practices and procedures.
- Relevant specialized equipment.
Skill in:
- Collecting, organizing, interpreting, and communicating technical data and results concisely.
- Maintaining detailed and accurate documentation.
- Thinking critically and maintaining attention to detail.
- Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
- Applying active listening and asking questions for understanding.
Ability to:
- Process and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
- Operate safety and effectively police vehicles and equipment.
- Render credible testimony.
- Regularly use a computer, software, phone and related office equipment.
- Work varied shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays.
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job
Work Environment:
Office or similar indoor environment – Frequently or Often
Outdoor environment – Frequently or Often
Street environment (near moving traffic) – Sometimes
Construction site – Sometimes
Confined space – Sometimes
Vehicle – Sometimes
Exposures:
Individuals who are hostile or irate – Frequently or Often
Individuals with known violent backgrounds – Frequently or Often
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees – Sometimes
Communicable diseases – Frequently or Often
Moving mechanical parts – Sometimes
Fumes or airborne particles – Sometimes
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances – Sometimes
Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) – Sometimes
Office or similar indoor environment – Frequently or Often
Outdoor environment – Frequently or Often
Street environment (near moving traffic) – Sometimes
Construction site – Sometimes
Confined space – Sometimes
Vehicle – Sometimes
Exposures:
Individuals who are hostile or irate – Frequently or Often
Individuals with known violent backgrounds – Frequently or Often
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees – Sometimes
Communicable diseases – Frequently or Often
Moving mechanical parts – Sometimes
Fumes or airborne particles – Sometimes
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances – Sometimes
Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) – Sometimes
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- This position involves occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and outside work.
- Incumbents may be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
- Incumbents required to talk, hear, grasp, push, stand, walk, stoop and climb; frequently required to drive and move to/from sitting position on the floor.
- Incumbents may be required to wear a respirator and/or self -contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Hours/Days
40 hrs per week, schedule to be set during hiring process
Starting Salary
$24.94 - $30.67 per hour, commensurate w/ experience/training
Pay Grade
108
Number of Positions Available
1
Deadline to Apply
05/08/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
40 hours per week, schedule will be discussed during interview process
Notice to Applicants
Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.7235
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
Salary : $25 - $31