Crime Scene Investigator

Crime Scene Investigator

Salary

$51,398.88 - $80,840.86 Annually

Location

Public Safety Building, 1525 Arkansas Lane, Grand Prairie, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00203

Department

Police

Division

Criminal Investigations Div

Opening Date

06/16/2026

Closing Date

7/6/2026 5:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Were seeking a talented and dedicated individual to join our team as a Crime Scene Investigator!

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of highly skilled technical criminal identification tasks both in the field and in the laboratory. This includes developing, comparing and identifying latent fingerprints; searching for, collecting, preserving and identifying trace or other physical evidence found at crime scenes; photographing and measuring crime scenes; preparing comprehensive and technically correct reports; and testifying as an expert witness in court proceedings. Work may involve handling hazardous materials and sometimes being in hostile environments. Work requires being available various shifts, holidays and being on call-out status during off-duty hours.

Essential Job Functions

• Responds to crime scenes, gathers and processes physical evidence, photographs and sketches crime scene, directs other personnel at the scene, communicates extensively with uniformed and investigative officers to determine nature and extent of crime and shares information with investigators. Assures that evidence is collected and stored legally and safely. Writes comprehensive and technically correct reports regarding the processes used, evidence discovered and importance of the evidence to the investigation.
• Performs a variety of complex laboratory tests, analyses, classifications and comparisons of all types of physical evidence from crime scenes with emphasis on and expertise in the collection and comparison of latent fingerprints and use of the AFIS system.
• Performs NIBIN Acquisitions.
• Transports evidence by operating the crime scene vehicle; transporting evidence to crime labs; and picking up photos and negatives from photo labs.
• Testifies as an expert witness in court regarding the results of analysis and examination of physical evidence.
• Researches forensic science field for current materials regarding new techniques in locating, collecting and preserving all types of physical evidence.

Minimum Qualifications

• Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelors degree in a Science related field or Criminology.
• Six months experience in Crime Scene investigation.
• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License. Certification by the International Association for Identification is preferred.

The City offers a full range of benefits for full time employees, including, but not limited to the plans as defined in the Benefits Guide. Summary of Benefits

01

What is the highest level of Education obtained?

• Some high school, no diploma or GED
• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College, no degree
• Technical or Trade School (Did not complete)
• Technical or Trade School (Completed)
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree

02

Do you have a Bachelors degree in a Science related field or Criminology?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of Crime Scene investigation experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than six months experience
• Six months to less than two years
• Two years to less than three years
• Three years to less than four years
• Four or more years of experience

Required Question

Employer City of Grand Prairie

Address 300 W. Main Street

Grand Prairie, Texas, 75050

Phone 972-237-8192

Website http://www.gptx.org