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Summary Description


	Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and civil cases.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Accident Examiner

2.	Accident Investigator

3.	Computer Forensic Examiner

4.	Computer Forensic Specialist

5.	Corrections Identification Technician

6.	Crime Lab Analyst (Crime Laboratory Analyst)

7.	Crime Scene Evidence Technician

8.	Crime Scene Examiner

9.	Crime Scene Investigator

10.	Crime Scene Specialist

11.	Crime Scene Technician

12.	Crime Victim Specialist

13.	Criminal Investigator

14.	Criminal Records Technician

15.	Criminalist

16.	Cyber Forensic Specialist

17.	Detective

18.	Detective Sergeant

19.	Evidence Custodian

20.	Evidence Technician

21.	Field Identification Specialist

22.	Fingerprint Classifier

23.	Forensic Investigator

24.	Forensic Science Examiner

25.	Forensic Sergeant

26.	Forensic Specialist

27.	Identification Officer

28.	Identification Technician

29.	Latent Fingerprint Examiner

30.	Latent Print Examiner

31.	Parts Identification Technician

32.	Police Crime Scene Technician

33.	Police Detective

34.	Police Evidence Technician

35.	Police Investigator

36.	Police Officer

37.	Police Photographer

38.	Sergeant

39.	Site Identification Specialist

Job Tasks

	Maintain records of evidence and write and review reports. Document legal or regulatory information. Write operational reports.

	Package, store and retrieve evidence. Process forensic or legal evidence in accordance with procedures.

	Analyze and process evidence at crime scenes and in the laboratory, wearing protective equipment and using powders and chemicals. Analyze crime scene evidence. Process forensic or legal evidence in accordance with procedures.

	Dust selected areas of crime scene and lift latent fingerprints, adhering to proper preservation procedures. Examine crime scenes to obtain evidence.

	Photograph crime or accident scenes for evidence records. Record crime or accident scene evidence with video or still cameras.

	Submit evidence to supervisors, crime labs, or court officials for legal proceedings. Process forensic or legal evidence in accordance with procedures.

	Identify, compare, classify, and file fingerprints, using systems such as Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) or the Henry Classification System. Use databases to locate investigation details or other information. Analyze crime scene evidence.

	Look for trace evidence, such as fingerprints, hairs, fibers, or shoe impressions, using alternative light sources when necessary. Examine crime scenes to obtain evidence.

	Testify in court and present evidence. Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.

	Process film and prints from crime or accident scenes. Process forensic or legal evidence in accordance with procedures.

	Perform emergency work during off-hours. Respond to emergencies to provide assistance.

	Interview victims, witnesses, suspects, and other law enforcement personnel. Interview people to gather information about criminal activities.

	Serve as technical advisor and coordinate with other law enforcement workers or legal personnel to exchange information on crime scene collection activities. Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to share information.

	Coordinate or conduct instructional classes or in-services, such as citizen police academy classes and crime scene training for other officers. Direct employee training programs.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Nature of the Work


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Working Conditions


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