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CRIME SCENE SHIFT SUPERVISOR

NOTE: Appointments to positions in the Police Department are subject to meeting appropriate polygraph and background standards.

RECRUITMENT DATES October 15, 2007 – Until selection is made. First review of application material will occur on October 29, 2007.

SALARY $52,603 - $78,562 annualized


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EXPERIENCE Requires four years of experience in crime scene processing or a related forensic discipline, INCLUDING two years at the level of Crime Scene Specialist III or its equivalent in a lead capacity, AND a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, forensic science, criminal justice, or a related field. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted. Professional certification from the International Association for Identification or the American Board of Criminalistics is preferred.

DUTIES This position provides first line supervision to the Crime Scene Specialists who collect, preserve, analyze, and process physical evidence. Work is performed in the field, including crime scenes and autopsies, and in the laboratory. Types of crime scenes include person crimes, such as homicides, sexual assaults, robberies, as well as property crimes and traffic accidents. Evidence includes biological, latent fingerprints, trace, firearms, tire and shoe impressions, drugs and tool mark impressions. Incumbents supervise Crime Scene Specialists and may process, photograph, and record crime scenes showing correlation between evidence and scene, perform various chemical and photographic processes in the laboratory or the field to develop and preserve evidence. In addition, the Shift Supervisor prepares administrative reports, testifies in court as a witness in connection to the work performed, and has supervisory and administrative responsibility for a shift in the Crime Scene Section. Vacancies are anticipated over the life of this eligible-to-hire list.

ALSO REQUIRED Some positions in this classification require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess an appropriate valid Arizona driver's license, possess personal insurance coverage, and have an acceptable driving record. Working irregular hours, shifts, weekends, holidays, and evenings may be required. Some vacancies occur on second / third shift. Candidates will be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related physical tasks as part of the Police Department’s selection process. Candidates will be required to obtain one of the following professional certifications within 9 months from the date of hire:


International Association of Identification

American Board of Criminalistics

Crime Scene Technician (CST)

Technical Specialist (S-ABC)

Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)

Diplomate (D-ABC)

Crime Scene Analyst (CSA)

Fellow (F-ABC)

Senior Crime Scene Analyst (SCSA)

 

Bloodstain Pattern Analysis

 

Forensic Photography

 

RESIDENCE Maricopa County residency is required within 24 months after the date of hire and must be maintained.

EVALUATION Based on resume and cover letter. In your cover letter and resume, please provide sufficient detail to clarify your qualifications for the education and crime scene setting experience requirements. Resume and cover letter guidelines are available at http://phoenix.gov/EMPLOY/resumeg.html or at the Application Office. Only applicants who meet the requirements as stated in the “Experience” section will be placed on the eligible-to-hire list.

APPLY Apply on-line or submit your resume, cover letter, and data collection form to the City of Phoenix Application Office. The recruitment may close without notice when a sufficient number of applications have been received or the position has been filled.

REFERENCE Crime Scene Shift Supervisor

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