| Location | Ocala, FL |
| Salary | $41,600–$54,970 Per Year |
Crime Scene Technician I
Salary
$41,600.00 - $54,970.00 Annually
Location
110 SE Watula Ave, 3rd Floor, Ocala, FL 34471, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
102801
Department
Ocala Police Department
Opening Date
10/28/2026
Max Number of Applicants
30
Description
Services Section. This includes photography, latent print collection, and DNA collection of evidence. The position is an entry level position assigned to a field capacity in the Technical Service Section. Reports to the Technical Services Supervisor.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Major Crime Scene Investigations
Responds to major crime scenes and takes precautions to safeguard the evidence.
Often responding to scenes while the crime is actively being worked and suspects are still be sought.
Preserves the scene as it is, by taking photos or videos, at times, while medical personnel are rendering treatment in order to memorialize the scene.
Processes a scene by taking measurement of evidence to fixed objects and documents those measurements to create a diagram of the crime scene.
Processes the victim of major crime scenes by collecting blood swabs, DNA swabs, documenting and photographing injuries.
Requires the Crime Scene Tech to handle the deceased, when applicable, to examine for injuries and evidence.
Responds to the Medical Examiner Office to collect evidence during the autopsies.
Handles and exposed to biohazard materials.
Issued ballistic vests to wear at scenes of shootings for fear of on-going violence.
Minor Crime Scenes
Responds to crime scenes to secure the scene for evidence.
Photographs, processes scenes, to include latent print processing and DNA processing.
Digital Evidence Collection
Responds to scenes to collect videos from surveillance equipment.
Locates, downloads and saves all body and in-car camera video.
Motion to Compel
Responds to the court room by court order and collects fingerprints and/or DNA from suspects of a crime in response to a court order.
Case Preparation
Prepares evidence for criminal trials.
Lab Processing
Uses chemicals to process evidence for latent prints.
Uses ninhydrin, gun blue, and other chemicals to complete processing of evidence.
Uses sterilized swabs to collect touch DNA from items of evidence.
Handles biohazard items during the evidence processing process.
Reports
Prepares detailed reports and diagrams to memorialize crime scenes as they have been found.
Itemizes each item found in their reports by locations and with measurements, at times.
Court
Attends depositions in preparation for criminal prosecution.
Appears in court, under subpoena, and provides sworn testimony in court for criminal prosecution.
Brings evidence to trial to enter it into the criminal case.
Testifies to the chain of custody of evidence.
Required to report to work at the appointed hour, as scheduled, and to work the entire assigned shift.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts evidence training.
Operates an evidence vehicle.
Communicates on a police radio.
Performs other work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or G.E.D.
MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Ability to use computers and other office equipment.
Must be organized and capable of detailed and accurate work, able to safely handle firearms, bio-hazardous materials, chemicals, and tools.
Must be able to do photography and process evidence in the lab.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to meet multiple deadlines and perform duties with numerous and sometimes lengthy interruptions.
Ability to give professional competent testimony in legal hearings.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to use independent judgment.
Ability to communicate orally and in written form.
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
Florida Operators Drivers License
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL COMPLETION OF EACH JOB FUNCTION
Approximately 70% of the essential job functions require the Crime Scene Technician I to be walking, standing, lifting, bending, carrying evidence such as TVs, bikes, stereos, drug paraphernalia and weapons which vary from light to heavy.
Reads small print, handwritten reports, computer printouts and screens, and to visually examine property and such items as fingerprints and serial numbers.
Climbs ladder and walk on rugged terrain to search a variety of crime scenes.
Manual dexterity to do precise and delicate work, such as focusing cameras, lifting latent fingerprints, recovering minute fragments of evidence, etc. Communicates clearly to use the telephone and police radio effectively.
Demonstrates the ability to handle extremely unpleasant items or situations such as decomposed bodies, bloody evidence and homicide scenes.
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position has a separate work area comprised of an office, evidence processing area, supply closet and evidence storage rooms located on the lower floor of the Department. Crime Scene Technicians can be assigned to the same work site.
Job functions are performed 24 hours a day; shifts are 12-hour shifts with a day shift, afternoon shift, and midnight shift. May be called out to process a crime scene which involves adverse weather conditions.
Equipment used consists of desks, telephones, computers, printer, copy machine, files, processing equipment and chemicals, cameras and related equipment, automobile and various items of office equipment.
The immediate supervisor is at the job site 75% of the time. Available by two-way radio, telephone or cell phone.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Protective eye wear, protective gloves, protective mask, shoe covers and protective body suit.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, change in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
The City of Ocala provides a competitive, comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees.
Health Insurance
We offer both single and family coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Dental Insurance
For full time employees, we offer both single and family dental coverage.
Vision Insurance
For full time employees, we offer both single and family vision coverage.
Life Insurance
For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life. For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life.
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Offered to full time employees, STD and LTD coverages are income replacement benefits that assist policyholders who are unable to work for an extended period of time due to sickness or accidental injury.
Medical FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Dependent Care FSA
Flexible spending accounts allow employees to pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses using pre-tax dollars.
Pet Insurance
We also offer special pet insurance for your pets in the case of illness or accidents, as well as preventative care.
Employee Health & Wellness Center
The City of Ocala offers the use of the City Clinic for those employees, and covered dependents over the age of 8, which have elected one of our health insurance plans. Services offered by the City Clinic include primary care, chronic disease management, labs, x-rays, and wellness coaching.
Voluntary Cancer Insurance
For full time employees, the cancer insurance policy can help provide security if you, or a covered dependent, suddenly become diagnosed with cancer.
Supplemental Critical Care Insurance
Our full time employees have the option of electing critical care insurance that is available to help with medical expenses that could arise from things such as a heart attack or stroke.
Supplemental Accident Insurance
Also available to full time employees, is our Accident Coverage. This supplemental plan can be used to help with expenses like MRIs, physical therapy, and hospital admission.
Legal Plan Insurance
Full time employees can have access to local attorneys for a monthly fee and receive discounts on services such as legal consultation, wills, traffic violations and the purchase or sale of your home. The carrier also has a separate policy assisting with the matter of identity theft and social media monitoring.
Deferred Compensation Plan
Deferred compensation is available to all full-time employees at the time of employment. This benefit allows the employee to defer income without paying taxes until money is withdrawn. Current plan is administered through MissionSquare.
Direct Deposit
Direct deposit automatically deposits your net pay each pay period to your checking or savings account at your own financial institution. Direct deposit is a condition of employment for a person hired by the City.
Each pay period the employee receives an earnings statement showing gross pay, taxes, other deductions, accruals and net pay. Enrollment forms are available at Human Resources or Payroll.
Discounts - Theme Park
Discounts are available to all non-temporary employees at the time of employment.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and members of your household as an employer paid benefit. The EAP offers emotional wellbeing support in the form as counseling sessions and all sessions are confidential. The EAP also provides daily life assistance, legal services, and financial services.
Holidays and Paid Time off
The City provides paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees. Refer to the Employee Handbook for details.
Retirement Plan
All full-time employees hired after 10/01/2013, apart from Sworn Police Officers and Firefighters, are enrolled in the 401a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with MissionSquare. All contributions to the 401a Defined contribution plan are pre-tax and earnings grow tax-deferred. The City contributes 8% and employees contribute 3%. City contributions are 100% vested after one year of employment. You will be enrolled automatically and should take time to review your investment options at your earliest convenience.
Training Programs
The City is committed to provide training programs for all departments and all positions. Risk Management conducts classes in Defensive Driving, Safety, and Insurance. With rare exceptions, classes are offered during working hours, and are open to all eligible employees.
Tuition Reimbursement
All regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in the tuition reimbursement program.
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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
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Do you understand that you must reside within 35 miles of the Ocala Police Department (402 S. Pine Ave.) if you are hired?
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Have you had any drivers licenses suspensions (excluding financial responsibility) in the past 5 years?
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Do you possess a valid State of Florida Operator Drivers License with an acceptable driving record OR If you possess a valid out of state license, do you have the ability to obtain a Florida drivers license prior to employment?
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Have you previously applied for this or any other position with the City of Ocala?
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If yes, please explain the circumstances. If no, state N/A.
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Have you had three moving violations within the past 24 months, or 5 in the past five years?
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If yes, please explain the circumstances. If no, state N/A.
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Are you at least 18 years old?
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Have you had any illegal drug use, other than marijuana in the 24 months prior to the date of this application?
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Were you referred by an Ocala Police Department employee?
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Have you ever sold drugs or acted as a middleperson in a drug transaction?
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If yes, please explain the circumstances. If no, state N/A.
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Have you used marijuana within 6 months of the date of this application?
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Have you had any conviction for DUI or convicted lesser charge within the last 5 years?
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If yes, please explain the circumstances:
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Have you been convicted of ANY felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement? Note: Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or Nolo Contendene to or is found guilty of ANY felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement, regardless of suspension of sentence or withholding adjudication will not have their application processed. (F.S.S. 943.13(4)).
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Have you had any domestic violence convictions or pleas, including suspension or sentence or withholding adjudication?
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Do you have any tattoos on the head, scalp, face, or neck?
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Have you had any discharge other than honorable or uncharacterized from any of the Armed Forces of the United States?
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If yes, please explain the circumstances. If no, state N/A.
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Have you been fired, terminated, dismissed, resigned in lieu of termination from a job, including as a juvenile?
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If yes, please explain the circumstances, if no, please put N/A.
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Do you have ability to be organized?
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Please select your level of experience in crime scene technology or a related field.
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If you believe that you qualify for this position as a result of an equivalent combination of training, education and experience, please explain below.
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I understand and agree with the following statements: All background, education and work history will be verified once an offer of employment has been extended and accepted. Any false or incomplete answer may be grounds for not employing me or for dismissing me after I begin work.
Required Question
Employer City of Ocala
Address 110 SE Watula Ave
City Hall, 3rd Floor
Ocala, Florida, 34471
Phone 352-629-8359
Website https://www.ocalafl.gov/