Crime Scene Investigator

Salary: $27.33 - $38.62 HourlyLocation : Wichita, KSJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: Crime Scene InvestigatorDepartment: PoliceDivision: POLICE InvestigationsOpening Date: 05/06/2025Closing Date: 5/21/2025 11:59 PM CentralBargaining Unit: 2000 The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer. Distinguishing Features of WorkThis is technical field and laboratory work involving the investigation of crime scenes and the forensic examination of physical evidence. This position requires training and ability in the identification, development, collection and preservation of physical evidence and in correctly interpreting its relevance to the crime scene. Work requires following standardized procedures and the use of independent judgment in conditions not covered by policy or previous practice. Work exposes the employee to environmental conditions (blood-borne pathogens, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, decaying organic material...etc.) that routinely require the use of personal protective equipment. Work is routinely performed in outdoor weather conditions and occasionally in confined spaces, elevated heights and/or contorted positions.The days and hours for this position: Will be determined at hireBargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)**Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration****Posting may close at anytime ** Examples of Work Performed Gathers information and relevant data concerning investigations through personal observation and conferring with Detectives, Officers, other first responders, witnesses and victims.Documents crime scenes and recovered evidence through photography, mapping (sketching, measuring, diagramming, laser scanning...) and note-taking.Identifies, develops, collects and preserves physical evidence, through a variety of light-based, physical and chemical processes, including:Latent fingerprintsBiological/DNA evidenceTrace evidence, including: hair, fiber, paint, glass, soil and ignitable liquidsFirearms and Tool-mark evidenceImpression evidence including: footwear, tire-tread and bite-marksEvaluates the condition of the crime scene(s) and identified physical evidence, including bloodstain patterns and bullet impacts, in attempt to reconstruct the events (and their sequence) occurring during the commission of a crime.Attends post-mortem examinations (autopsies), as needed. Prepares comprehensive, technical written reports based upon the results of investigations.Testifies in courts of law at any and all levels of government.Examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Requirements of Work Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, representatives of other agencies, and citizens.Ability to recall facts and details. Knowledge of photography and photographic theory.Ability to manually operate cameras and other photographic equipment and accessories.Ability to discern direction and accurately sketch and measure crime scenes and evidence using a variety of tools, including: tape measures, laser range meters, 3D laser scanners, portable microscopes and magnifying loops.Ability to use computer-aided drawing and diagramming software.Ability to learn and interpret legal statutes, law enforcement methods and crime scene procedures and techniques and apply such knowledge to ever-changing circumstances and situations. Knowledge of and experience in using modern light-based, physical and chemical methods to identify, develop, collect and preserve physical evidence, such as that described above.Ability to handle and manipulate firearms.Ability to use basic hand and power tools, including: screwdrivers, wrenches, ratchets, snips, pry tools, drills, reciprocating and circular saws...etc.Ability to work with injured, dead and decomposing humans and animals.Ability to complete mathematical computations, including trigonometry.Knowledge of and ability to use computer hardware and software, including desktop and laptop computers and Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Ability to clearly and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.Ability to operate an automobile.Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.Ability to read a map and learn the geography of the Wichita/Sedgwick County metropolitan area.Visual acuity that meets established medical standards, including the ability to distinguish colors.Hearing ability that meets established medical standards.Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.Ability to traverse uneven terrain and climb steps and ladders.Ability to work in confined spaces and elevated heights.Ability to tolerate airborne environmental nuisances associated with chemicals and decaying organic material.Ability to tolerate varying outdoor weather conditions.Must not be impaired from testifying credibly in courts of law.An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Required Experience and TrainingRequired Experience and TrainingGraduation from a four-year college OR completion of graduation at the time of hire.A valid Kansas Driver's License.Candidates must be a United States citizen and pass a Kansas Bureau of Investigation criminal background check.Attainment of passing scores on pre-employment tests. Candidates with required experience and training will be required to take the following assessments:Logical Reasoning - Decision MakingOffice Reasoning Sample - Problem SolvingRetentionPreferred Experience and TrainingDegree in criminal justice or forensic science2 years of previous law enforcement, forensic or criminal investigative experience.Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.Offers of employment will be made contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, drug screening, polygraph examination and psychological evaluation. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:CITY OF WICHITA FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year. 2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment. 3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a Well Day. An additional Well Day can be earned following a year of perfect attendance. 4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable. 8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age. 9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment. 10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost. 11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES Deferred Compensation Investment Program Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA) Bereavement Pay Employee Emergency Assistance Fund Voluntary Shared Leave Program Training Programs Longevity Pay Credit Union Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Injury Leave (on-job injury) Community Volunteer Events01 The following verifies my highest level of education.. High School Diploma or GED Some College Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree I will be earning my Bachelor's degree in Spring 2025 Master's Degree Doctorate I do not have any of the degrees or education listed above. 02 I have the following years of law enforcement, forensic or criminal investigative experience. Less than 1 year - 1 year of Experience 2-4 Years Experience 5-6 Years Experience + 7 Years Experience I do not have law enforcement, forensic or criminal investigative experience 03 I have a valid driver's license. Yes No 04 I am a United States citizen: Yes No Required Question