Crime Scene Analyst

The Crime Scene Analyst (SO) is responsible for processing, investigating, and reconstructing events at crime scenes, including documenting, collecting, and preserving evidence. Work involves scene and laboratory examination of physical evidence, frequent interactions with investigators, providing reports, preparing court exhibits, and providing expert testimony.Job Posting closes 11:59PM on 07/23/26.Responsibilities Respond to and process crime scenes, including photo, video, sketch documentation, analysis, and evidence collection.Apply specialized forensic techniques on scene such as latent print processing, biological and chemical testing, trace evidence collection, 3D imaging, trajectory evaluation, bloodstain, tire, and footwear analysis, and crime scene reconstruction.Conduct ancillary duties such as attending autopsies, processing vehicles, responding to hospitals and impound facilities, and collecting evidence for the jail.Work with digital media to complete photo, video, and mobile‑device requests; maintain the JCSO digital archive, recover video, extract mobile‑device data, and produce photographic prints.Generate written technical reports of all examinations and analyses and review reports written by other crime‑scene unit members.Meet with court personnel, provide expert testimony and presentation in legal proceedings, and ensure all required court information is available.Participate in the maintenance of all areas, vehicles, equipment, supplies, and policies associated with the crime‑scene unit.Train JCSO personnel, other agency personnel, and academy personnel in all areas of crime‑scene processing and evidence examination.Participate in community education when possible.Other duties as assigned.Work Conditions Ability to work outside of normal business hours. Rotational on‑call schedule with other Crime Scene Analysts; may be required to work overtime or respond while off duty and not on call.Work involves all types of working conditions and exposure to a multitude of hazards.Training & Certification Must complete the JCSO Crime Scene Unit training program and demonstrate competency in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities within one year of hire. A modified training program may be substituted based on experience and demonstration of competency. Must maintain proficiency through annual evaluation. Preferred: active certification in crime scene or other forensic discipline through a recognized forensic organization.Qualifications Bachelor's degree in science or related field with crime‑scene and science related courses.Minimum one year of experience in forensic laboratory and/or crime‑scene experience; 3 years preferred.Formal training in crime‑scene processing, student instruction, and digital evidence, including cell‑phone extraction and analysis.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $37.87 to $56.80 per hour. Standard benefits include dental, medical, vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.Equal Opportunity Employer Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The County affirms the rights of all employees and applicants for employment to be protected from discrimination, intimidation, physical harm, and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, hairstyle associated with racial identity, or any other status protected by Federal or State law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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