The City of Hyattsville is looking to hire a Crime Scene Investigator. This civilian position is assigned to the Police Department Criminal Investigations Section and is responsible for the maintenance, storage, security and chain of custody for all property and evidence. This includes property seized as evidence to be used in criminal prosecution and/or laboratory analysis, lost, abandoned, or recovered property held for safe keeping. The incumbent is responsible for regular audits and disposal of property in accordance with City, State and Federal guidelines. The position also serves as the crime scene investigator and is responsible for processing crime scenes to include fingerprinting, photographing, sketching, and using evidence collection procedures and equipment. The incumbent will be responsible for testifying in court proceedings and other duties as assigned. The incumbent will be responsible for adherence to all CALEA standards related to property and evidence.
