Evidence Technician I (#RP4011)
$26.51-$32.22 Hourly / $4,594.85-$5,585.07 Monthly / $55,138.23-$67,020.86 Yearly

Under immediate supervision, learns to perform technical work in connection with law enforcement investigative processes; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules.

This is the entry- level class in the Evidence Technician series. An employee in this class learns to provide technical services related to the investigation and prosecution of criminal cases following well-defined methods and procedures.

• Learns to classify, index, and file fingerprints; searches files and compares indexed fingerprints against latent, plastic, visible or photographic impressions obtained at the scene of crimes; prepares fingerprint examples for court as required. 
• Learns to operate cameras and photographic processing equipment.
• Assists in identifying, collecting, and preserving physical evidence from crime scenes, including biological samples, firearm discharge residue, and weapons; assists in photographing perishable and other evidence, personal injuries and persons for identification purposes. 
• Obtains information from individuals regarding personal histories and criminal records. 
• May receive, tag, store, and log evidence, found property, or property maintained for safekeeping in the property room. 
• Learns to evaluate latent prints as to suitability for processing in the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (A.F.I.S.) and ensure optimum performance of that system. 
• Learns to photograph, trace, and process identifiable latent prints through the A.F.I.S. 
• Evaluates the results from A.F.I.S. and makes necessary comparisons to form a conclusion. 
• Assists in preparing evidence for court; may testify in court. 
• Maintains records and prepares reports.

Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Fingerprint classification, searching and filing methods; latent comparison and identification techniques; methods of identification, interpretation, and preservation of evidence; photographic processes including developing and printing; record keeping and filing methods.

Acquire knowledge of modern methods, practices, and techniques of police work involving criminal investigation; operate photographic equipment; lift latent fingerprints and classify fingerprints accurately; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; read and understand directions, regulations, and technical matters; establish and maintain effective working relationships; testify in court as an expert witness; maintain detailed criminal records and to prepare reports; acquire skill in taking photographs; acquire skill in taking, classifying, identifying, and comparing fingerprints; acquire skill in the use of computers.

Physical/Mental Requirements:  Mobility – constant sitting, standing, walking; frequent bending, squatting, driving, operation of a computer; occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, including on uneven/unstable surfaces;  Lifting - constantly 25 pounds or less; frequently 50 pounds or less and occasional 70 pounds or less;  Visual - constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision;  Dexterity – constant grasping, repetitive motion; frequent reaching, writing; Hearing/Talking - frequent hearing of normal speech, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological - frequent decision making, concentration, and multi-tasking; working alone, occasional exposure to trauma, grief, and death, public contact; Environmental – frequent exposure to varied weather conditions, noise, dust, fumes, chemical and biohazardous materials, and other pathogens, frequent working weekends/nights, occasional overtime/travel. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.