Criminalist I - Denver Police Department Crime Lab
Core
Collect, preserve, and package physical evidence at crime scenes and document scenes using forensic technologies.
Role type
Senior IC forensic crime scene investigator
Builds
Physical evidence packages and technical reports for criminal investigations
Domain
Law enforcement / Forensics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Crime scene processing, digital photography, digital videography, laser scanning, diagramming software, technical report writing, chain of custody management, ISO/IEC 17025 compliance
Preferred skills
Digital multimedia editing, video enhancement, LEVA training, IAI certification
Technologies
Digital photography, digital videography, laser scanning, diagramming software
Responsibilities
Identify, collect, preserve, and package biological, friction ridge, impression, and other physical evidence; Document crime scenes using digital photography, videography, laser scanning, and diagramming software; Prepare technical reports; Maintain chain of custody; Provide courtroom testimony; Assist with training of personnel; Troubleshoot daily operational issues
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC