The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is a highly respected law enforcement agency, both in our community and nationally. Our progressive department provides exciting opportunities for law enforcement professionals to develop partnerships with our citizens in order to prevent the next crime, and to enhance the quality of life within our community always treating people with fairness and respect. The department employs nearly 2,000 sworn officers and over 500 civilians serving a jurisdiction with close to 1 million people. Our employees are men and women from diverse backgrounds interested in meeting the needs of and serving an equally diverse community. The men and women of the CMPD are committed to providing the very best service possible and maintaining the high level of confidence this community has in us.
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.The Crime Lab
Technician generally will not conduct analyses that require subjective opinions
and/or the use of complex instrumentation. This is a part time position funded
by the Bureau of Justice Assistance Sexual Assault Kit Initiative grant program
and assigned to the Crime Lab.
This is a technical
and administrative support position that is assigned to the CMPD Crime Lab
Biology Section. This position requires the individual to work independently
performing complex duties including some clerical, administrative and technical
assignments in a laboratory setting. This position also requires the individual
to exercise considerable initiative, independent judgment, and discretion in
performing tasks involving significant procedures and detailed sequences of an
advanced nature. The Crime Lab Technician generally will not conduct analyses
that require subjective opinions and/or the use of complex instrumentation.
This is a part-time position funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance Sexual
Assault Kit Initiative grant program and assigned to the Crime Lab.
ADA and Other Requirements
Positions in this
class typically require: handling small items, grasping, stooping, squatting,
kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, talking, hearing, seeing, and
repetitive motions.
Physical Requirements:
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Remaining in
a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods.
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Occasional
movement throughout the workday daily to interact with staff and accomplish
tasks.
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Communicating
both verbally and written in order to exchange information.
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Repeating
motions of holding, grasping, turning, that may include the wrist, hands,
and/or fingers.
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Light to
moderate lifting and carrying.
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Work
primarily in office environment.
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Ability to
operate office equipment, such as computer, copier, fax machine, and phone.
Sensory Requirements:
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Concentrated
and attentive use of one or more senses (visual, audio, and other sensory
modalities) for proof reading, data entry, tabulating data.
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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.
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Comprehension
of written information in work related documents.
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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.
• High
School graduation with three (3) years of laboratory experience or an Associate
Degree in Forensic Science, Biology, Chemistry or a related field with one (1)
year of related experience. • Must be highly computer literate with very strong
organizational skills. • Ability
to communicate effectively orally and in writing with detectives and attorneys.
High School Graduate or Equivalent and five years of related work experience
OR
Associate's Degree and three years of related work experience
OR
Bachelor's Degree and one year or related work experience
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.
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.
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.
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