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Forensic Cold Case Analyst #2407-202700-01

Part-Time- Grant Funded

Date Opened
Thursday, July 18, 2024 12:30 PM
Close Date
Thursday, August 01, 2024 11:59 PM
Section
Police
Salary
  • $37.00/ hour. Grant End Date 09/30/2026
Employment Type
  • Full Time
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Overview

The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 15th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 897,000 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

Summary

The Forensic Cold Case Analyst is a professional, part-time Grant Funded position assigned to the CMPD Cold Case Unit that will be responsible for assisting sworn personnel with cold case analysis. The Forensic Cold Case Analyst will act as a forensic liaison between the CMPD Crime Lab personnel and investigative personnel to communicate technical laboratory findings and assist with establishing an inventory of qualifying unresolved violent crime cold cases within the CMPD's jurisdiction.
This is a part-time, Grant-Funded position with an end date of 09/30/2026.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Prioritize and establish an inventory of all suitable cases within the CMPD for Forensic Genetic Genealogy (FGG) testing.
• Extrapolate complex FGG data from reports in order to make a more manageable. investigative plan.
• Conduct follow-up investigations as needed with the Sexual Assault Cold Case and Homicide Detectives.
• Foster strong working relationships with outside partners such as vendor labs and SAKI partners.
• Maintain the most current knowledge of FGG costs and techniques.
• Update supervisors quarterly on the progress of all Forensic Genealogy investigations.
• Enter all FGG eligible cases into the Violent Criminal Apprehension System (ViCAP).
• Work in conjunction with CMPD laboratory personnel to review existing laboratory. (CMPD and vendor) reports, develop case specific evidence testing plans and prioritize cases from the inventory for testing.
• Enter criteria cases into the Violent Criminal Apprehension (ViCAP) system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical, communication and data analysis skills
• Knowledge of criminal investigation tools and databases
ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: grasping, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.


Physical Requirements:
• Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods
• Occasional movement throughout the workday daily to interact with staff and accomplish tasks
• Communicating both verbally and written in order to exchange information
• Repeating motions of holding, grasping, turning, that may include the wrist,   hands, and/or fingers
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Work primarily in office environment
• Ability to operate office equipment, such as computer, copier, fax machine, and phone


Sensory Requirements:
• Concentrated and attentive use of one or more senses (visual, audio, and other sensory modalities) for proof reading, data entry, tabulating data
• Ability to operate in an environment with frequent interruptions from people and or noises, which in return could result in some level of stress, fatigue, or strain
• Comprehension of written information in work related documents
• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech


Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions; moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as officers, community members, victims, etc.); and frequent exposure to computer screens, files and phone.

Preferred Qualification

• Experience in Criminal Investigations/Crime Analysis

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and one year related work experience

OR

Master's Degree

Conditions of Employment

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

Apply online.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.

You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.

Anyone seeking an accommodation to apply for a job may call (704) 336-2285 for assistance or you may email questions to CityHrJobPostingsNotify@ci.charlotte.nc.us.

Benefits

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

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