ID Technician - Crime Scene Technician G16
Company: Columbus Consolidated Government
Location: Columbus
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Process major crime scenes and other crime scenes as directed.
Collect evidence to include physical, trace, and latent
fingerprints. Photograph and prepare diagrams of crime scenes to
preserve and document evidence. Record crime scenes and accident
scenes to preserve and document evidence. Prepare a variety of
reports of all crime scene procedures. Process evidence for latent
prints by examining the item, chemically treating the item,
photographing latent prints, and preparing a report. Submit latent
prints to AFIS. Maintain files of latent prints recovered. Prepare
various reports and presentations for court. Attend autopsies to
photograph and document injuries to collect, preserve and document
evidence as needed. Testify in court about evidence processed and
collected. Perform other related duties as required or
assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of standard policies, procedures, programs, and services
in an office setting. Knowledge of state laws, practices, and
procedures relating to sheriff's offices and the handling of
evidence. Knowledge of photographic and identification techniques
used in law enforcement; fingerprint collection; and computer use
and techniques. An understanding of trace evidence and blood,
bodily fluid, and DNA collection techniques. Ability to pass the
Georgia Crime Information Center certification test. Ability to
learn court procedures. Ability to maintain confidential and
sensitive material. Knowledge of modern office practices,
equipment, methods, and procedures. Knowledge of personal computers
and computer software applications. Ability to understand and carry
out complex verbal and written instructions. Skill in managing
competing priorities on multiple projects and ability to meet
deadlines. Skill in operation of issued equipment and motor
vehicle. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with employees
and the general public. Ability to communicate clearly and
effectively, verbally, and in writing. Ability to develop and
maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees,
and local, state, and federal agencies. Ability to manage
high-stress situations.
Minimum Educational and Training Requirements
High school graduate or GED required; Associate, Bachelor or
Master's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Law
Enforcement or related field is preferred. Certified Peace Officer
through Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) in good
standing. Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a Peace
Officer; investigator/detective in a law enforcement environment
experience preferred. Ability to obtain the Georgia POST Crime
Scene Technician certification within one year; or hold a Crime
Scene Technician certification through Georgia POST preferred.
Physical Requirements
Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant
physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing
and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and
which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling
of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 25 lbs.) and
distinguishing shades of color. The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
The Columbus Consolidated Government is proud to offer an
exceptional compensation and benefits package. Benefits include the
following:
* Low-cost Medical Insurance
* Prescription Drug Plan
* Dental Plan
* Vision Plan
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Life Insurance
* Supplemental Life Insurance
* Long Term Disability
* Credit Union
* Direct Deposit
* 11 Paid Holidays
* Vacation Leave
* Sick Leave
* PERK Time Off
* Retirement Plan
* Supplemental Retirement Plan
* Free and Discounted Services
* Employee Assistance Program
Take advantage of these free and discounted City Services offered
to all City Employees.
* Discounted Movie Tickets
* Free Notary Services
* Ride a Metra Bus for Free
* Free Mulch
* Free Fire/Safety Home Inspection
* Sunray Cleaners discounts
* Adopt a pet for Free from Animal Control
* Driver's Training for Employee Dependents
* Oxbow/Bull Creek Golf Course discounts
* River Center Discounts
* Cell Phone Carrier Discounts
Retirement Plan
The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a defined benefit
retirement plan to eligible employees who work in General
Government and in Public Safety. Employees in the pension plan must
meet both age and years of service requirements to qualify for
retirement. The current vesting period is ten years, and the
current pension contribution rate is 8% of your gross salary.
Supplemental Retirement Plan
The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a Deferred Compensation
Plan or supplemental retirement plan that is tax deferred. This
plan allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary,
before federal and state taxes, to a retirement account. Your
compensation is more than a paycheck, it allows you to plan for
your financial future as well.
01
The Muscogee County Sheriff's Office requires that you are a
current Certified Peace Officer to apply for the position of an ID
Technician - Crime Scene Technician. Are you currently a Certified
Peace Officer? If yes, please type "Yes" and list the state in
which your certification was issued and your certification number.
If no, please type "No". If your answer is no then you do not meet
the minimum requirements of this position.
02
Please describe your highest level of education. (i.e. Bachelor's
Degree in Criminal Justice)
03
Do you have a minimum of four (4) years of experience as a
Certified Peace Officer?
* Yes
* No
04
Do you have experience as a Detective or Investigator in a law
enforcement environment? If yes, please type "Yes" and the number
of years of experience you have in that role. If no, please type
"No."
05
Are you Georgia POST Crime Scene Technician certified? If yes,
please type "Yes" and provide certification information. If no,
please type "No".
06
Do you possess the following requirements of this position?
Knowledge of standard policies, procedures, programs, and services
in an office setting. Knowledge of state laws, practices, and
procedures relating to sheriff's offices and the handling of
evidence. Knowledge of photographic and identification techniques
used in law enforcement; fingerprint collection; and computer use
and techniques. An understanding of trace evidence and blood,
bodily fluid, and DNA collection techniques. Ability to pass the
Georgia Crime Information Center certification test. Ability to
learn court procedures. Ability to maintain confidential and
sensitive material. Knowledge of modern office practices,
equipment, methods, and procedures. Knowledge of personal computers
and computer software applications. Ability to understand and carry
out complex verbal and written instructions. Skill in managing
competing priorities on multiple projects and ability to meet
deadlines. Skill in operation of issued equipment and motor
vehicle. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with employees
and the general public. Ability to communicate clearly and
effectively, verbally, and in writing. Ability to develop and
maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees,
and local, state, and federal agencies. Ability to manage
high-stress situations.
* Yes
* No
07
Date of Birth (Month/Day/Year):
08
Social Security Number (as it appears on your card):
09
List any other names you have used, or been known by, and give
reasons for those names. If none, type "None".
10
Ethnicity:
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Gender:
12
Height:
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Weight:
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Hair Color:
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Eye Color:
16
Do you have any scars, marks, or tattoos? If yes, please describe
the scar, mark, or tattoo and the location on the body. For
multiple scars, marks, or tattoos separate with a comma. "Multiple"
is NOT an acceptable response to this question. (i.e. Red rose
tattoo on the left upper forearm, 1" scar on top of right foot,
birthmark on the lower back, etc.) If none, please type "No".
17
Are you a Natural Born Citizen or a Naturalized Citizen? If you are
a Naturalized Citizen, please provide your Naturalization
Certification Number.
18
Location of Birth (City, State, County, Country):
19
Your CURRENT mailing address:
20
Is your mailing address the same as your physical address? If yes,
please type "Yes". If no, please type "No" and provide your
physical address (Do not use P.O. Boxes).
21
List ALL CURRENT telephone numbers and ALL PREVIOUS telephone
numbers you have had over the last five years. Please indicate if
the number is/was a home phone number, mobile phone number, or work
number. Separate each phone number with a comma. (i.e. 706-555-5555
current mobile, 762-555-5555 previous mobile, 334-555-5555 current
work number, etc.)
22
List ALL CURRENT email addresses and ALL PREVIOUS email addresses
you have had in the last five (5) years. Separate each email
address with a comma. (I.e. myname@yahoo.com current,
myname@gmail.com previous, etc.)
23
To whom do you reside? Please list the person's First, Middle, and
Last name and notate your relationship with the individual(s).
(i.e. John Michael Doe - spouse, Jane Marie Doe- daughter, etc.) If
not applicable, please type "N/A".
24
List all Organizations, Clubs, and Associations with which you are
or have been a member or associated and your role. Please separate
each entry with a comma. If none, please type "None". (i.e.
Fraternal Order of Police - member, Boy Scouts of America - Pack
Leader for son's troop, etc.)
25
Have you ever been affiliated with or a member of a gang? If yes,
please type "Yes" and explain. If no, please type "No".
26
Please list your hobbies, special skills, and abilities (including
speaking any foreign languages). Please separate each entry with a
comma. If none, please type "None".
27
Are you single, married, widowed, separated, or divorced?
28
Spouse's Full Name and Date of Birth (if applicable): If not
applicable, please type "N/A".
29
Spouse's Contact Information (if applicable): Please include the
person's address, phone number, and email address. If not
applicable, please type "N/A".
30
Spouse's Place of Employment including business telephone number
(if applicable): If not applicable, please type "N/A".
31
Date of marriage (if applicable): If not applicable, please type
"N/A".
32
List all former spouses (if applicable): INCLUDE NAME, FULL
ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER, MARRIAGE DATE, AND DIVORCE DATE. If not
applicable, please type "N/A".
33
List all of your dependents (excluding your spouse). Please include
the person's name, date of birth, and relationship (i.e. son,
daughter, etc.) Please separate each entry with a comma. (i.e. John
Michael Doe (01/01/01 - son, Jane Marie Doe (11/11/11) - daughter,
etc.) If not applicable, please type "N/A".
34
List all living members of your immediate family. Include your
father, mother, siblings, mother-in-law, and father-in-law. Do not
list names previously listed. Information should include name,
relationship, address, telephone number, and age. If not
applicable, please type "N/A".
35
List all addresses where you have resided either temporarily or
permanently, including colleges, military addresses, and military
base assignments, over the past 10 years. Start with your current
address. Include FULL STREET ADDRESS, CITY, COUNTY, STATE, ZIP
CODE, COUNTRY, THE BEGINNING, AND ENDING DATES OF RESIDENCY FOR
EACH ADDRESS LISTED. Please separate each address with a comma.
36
Name of the school where your high school diploma or GED was
obtained. Please include the name of the school, dates attended,
full address, phone number, and graduation date.
37
List any Colleges, Universities, Technical Colleges, or Graduate
Schools you have attended. Please include the name of the school,
city/state of the school, dates attended, area of study, and if you
obtained a degree. Separate each entry with a comma. (i.e. Columbus
Technical College in Columbus, GA. (08/2013-05/2015) - Graduated
with an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, Columbus State
University in Columbus GA. (08/2015-05/2017) - graduated with a
Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Troy State University in
Phenix City, AL. (09/2021-present) - working on a Master's of
Public Administration, etc.) If not applicable, please type
"N/A".
38
List all other Law Enforcement Agencies with which you have applied
for Employment. Please include the agency name, phone number, full
address, date applied, contact person, and current application
status. Separate each entry with a comma. If not applicable, please
type "N/A".
39
Please provide us with any Law Enforcement Academies you have
attended. Please include the Name of the Academy, Full Address,
Dates Attended, and Okey/Certification Number. Separate each entry
with a comma. If not applicable, please type "N/A".
40
List all jobs you have held in the past 10 years, including
part-time, seasonal, temporary, and volunteer work. List the most
recent job first and work back in time. Include EMPLOYER/COMPANY
NAME (INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE TEMPORARY AGENCY IF APPLICABLE), FULL
ADDRESS, JOB TITLE, PHONE NUMBER, EMPLOYMENT DATES (FROM/TO),
SUPERVISOR'S NAME, TELEPHONE NUMBER, AND REASON FOR LEAVING.
Separate each employment entry with a comma. If not applicable,
please indicate "N/A".
41
Have you previously applied for employment with the Columbus
Consolidated Government? If yes, please type "Yes" and list when
you applied, what position you applied for, and what was the
outcome? If no, please type "No".
42
Have you ever worked for the Columbus Consolidated Government? If
yes, please type "Yes" and provide the name of the department,
dates of employment, position held, your supervisor's name, and the
reason for your leaving. If no, please type "No".
43
Do you object to wearing a uniform? If yes, please type "Yes" and
explain. If no, please type "No".
44
Do you object to shift work? If yes, please type "Yes" and explain.
If no, please type "No".
45
Do you have experience with shift work? If yes, please type "Yes"
and explain. If no, please type "No".
46
Have you had any disagreements or arguments concerning job duties
or working conditions? If yes, please type "Yes" and explain. If
no, please type "No".
47
Has any supervisor ever reprimanded you for being late for or
absent from work? If yes, please type "Yes" and explain. If no,
please type "No".
48
Have you had any disciplinary action, including verbal, written
warnings reprimands, suspensions, or counseling taken against you
for any employment or position you have held? If yes, please type
"Yes" and explain. If no, please type "No".
49
Have you ever been denied employment for any reason, by any law
enforcement agency? If yes, please type "Yes" and explain. If no,
please type "No".
50
In the last ten (10) years, how many times have you left a job
without giving proper notice? If you answer anything other than
"none" please provide an explanation. Please include the name of
the employer, supervisor's name, and dates of employment in your
explanation. Separate each entry with a comma.
51
How many times in the last ten (10) years have you been asked to
resign, terminated, or left a job in lieu of termination or
disciplinary action? If you answered anything other than "none"
please provide an explanation for each applicable job. Please
include the employer's name, supervisor's name, and dates of
employment in your explanation. Please separate each entry with a
comma.
52
Have you ever attempted to join any branch of the United States
Armed Forces and been denied? If yes, please type "Yes" and
explain. If no, please type "No".
53
Have you ever served in any branch of the United States Armed
Forces? This includes Reserves, National Guard, and Coast Guard. If
yes, please type "Yes" and list Branch of Service, Enlistment
Period (dates), Highest Rank Held, and Type of Discharge. Separate
each entry with a comma. If no, please type "No".
54
Have you ever been court-martialed, tried on charges, subject to an
Article 15, company punishment, or any other type of disciplinary
action while a member of any branch of the armed forces? If yes,
please type "Yes" and provide an explanation. Please include the
type of action taken against you, the branch of service, date of
action, and final disposition. Separate each entry with a comma. If
no, please type "No".
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Our agency requires a typed statement detailing any and all
court-martials, military charges, article 15's, company
punishments, or other disciplinary actions. All statements must be
signed, witnessed, and notarized prior to being submitted to this
office. You can upload your signed and notarized statements your
application using the attachment feature. If applicable, do you
understand the instructions listed above? If yes, please type
"Yes". If no, please type "No". If not applicable, please type
"N/A".
56
Have you EVER used any narcotic or controlled substance that was
not prescribed to you by a physician? Including but not limited to:
Marijuana/Hashish, Cocaine/Crack Cocaine, Methamphetamine (Ice,
Angel Dust, Crank, Crystal Meth), Ecstasy, Acid/LSD/PCP, Mushrooms,
Heroin, Opium, Steriods, Prescription Drugs Not Prescribed To You,
and Spice. If yes, please type "Yes" and provide a statement to
include NAME OF SUBSTANCE, APPROXIMATE DATE FIRST USED, APPROXIMATE
DATE LAST USED, NUMBER OF TIMES USED, AND THE DETAILS SURROUNDING
THE USAGE. Separate each entry with a comma. If no, please type
"No".
57
Have you ever sold any type of legal or illegal drug, delivered
illegal drugs, or directed another person where to obtain drugs
with or without profit to yourself? If yes, please type "Yes" and
provide an explanation. If no, please type "No".
58
Have you ever committed or participated in any of the following
crimes (whether you were caught or not)? Arson, Assault, Burglary,
Child Abuse, Child Molestation, Cruelty to Animals, Disorderly
Conduct, Domestic Violence, Drug Possession/Sale, DUI/DWI/BUI/BWI,
Embezzlement, Extortion, Forgery, Fraud, Bad Checks, Giving False
Information, Impersonating an Officer, Kidnapping, Murder,
Manslaughter, Perjury, Prostitution/Solicitation, Public
Intoxication, Robbery, Sexual Assult, Theft, Theft of or
unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, Trespassing, Vandalism,
Weapons Violation, Credit Card Fraud, Possession of Marijuana,
Possession of Narcotics, Shoplifting, Any other crime not listed.
If yes, please type "Yes" and provide a statement for EACH crime.
If no, please type "No".
59
Have you ever purchased or pawned an item that you knew or should
have known was stolen? If yes, please type "Yes" and provide an
explanation. If no, please type "No".
60
Estimate the amount of merchandise and/or cash money you have taken
from all employers over the last ten (10) years. Please include the
amount taken and provide an explanation for each incident,
including the year. If none, type "None".
61
Have you ever been placed on Probation or Parole? If yes, please
type "Yes" and an explanation. If no, please type "No".
62
Have you ever been arrested, investigated, or given a summons for
violating any city, municipal, state, or federal law? If yes,
provide the following information: Was it an arrest, investigation,
or summons? What charge(s) were you arrested, investigated, or
summoned for? Was the charge(s) a felony, misdemeanor, or city
ordinance? What is the name (including city/state) of the law
enforcement agency involved? What is the disposition (final
outcome) of the case? If no, please type "No".
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Is there anything in your past, which if revealed at a later date,
may prove to be embarrassing to you
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