Sheriff's Crime Scene Investigator
Salary
$73,028.05 - $109,542.08
Job Number
25SHRF352FM015
Closing Date
3/24/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is currently seeking a Crime Scene Investigator to join their team in the Forensic Science Laboratory. The HCSO Forensic Science Laboratory is an internationally accredited laboratory that offers a multitude of forensic services to agencies throughout the county. Crime Scene Investigators are responsible for the processing of crime scenes throughout Hennepin County as well as performing patrol functions. A scientific background is not required.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.
Location and hours:
This position is located at the Forensic Science building located at 531 Park Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415. This position requires working a flexible schedule including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. This schedule requires being on call 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and 365 days/year. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About the position type:
This is a full-time benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as a Sheriff Crime Scene Investigator.
Click here to view the job classification specification.
In this position, you will:
• Locate, collect, preserve, and process evidence.
• Photograph crime and accident scenes.
• Measure, sketch, and complete diagrams of crime scenes.
• Package evidence for transportation to forensic laboratory facility.
• Locate, develop, and recover latent fingerprints.
• Perform specialized functions including bloodstain pattern analysis, shooting reconstruction/trajectory analysis, and forensic mapping.
• Testify in court and present and explain photographs, charts, and exhibits.
• Educate law enforcement agencies in crime scene management.
Need to have:
• One year or more of experience as a licensed Peace Officer.
• A Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) license as a Peace Officer.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
• Availability to work different shifts including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Availability for emergency callback 24 hours a day.
Nice to have:
• Critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and/or a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Fahad Mansoor