Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist I

Job Description:

Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist I

Description

The Job

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS

Auto-promotion up to $91,333 annually

Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to top step

3% salary increase effective 2/21/26*

The Sheriff's Department, Scientific Investigations Division, is recruiting for Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialists I who will learn to collect, document, and preserve physical evidence at crime scenes; maintain related equipment and instruments; and complete case reports. This is the trainee level in the series (Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist I, II, III); incumbents work under immediate supervision while receiving training and acquiring the knowledge and skills required for promotion to Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist II (up to $84,822 Annually).

Note: Applications are also being accepted for Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist II and Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist III . Review announcement and requirements on our website . A separate application is required for each level.

For more detailed information, refer to the Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist I job description.

*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.

Click HERE to Learn More About the EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

HEALTH BENEFITS

PAID TIME OFF

RETIREMENT PERKS

- Medical and Dental: Family Coverage

- Vision: Employee Coverage

- Premium Subsidies to offset health costs

- Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified health care expenses

- Up to 4 weeks with accruable vacation with
cash-out option

- 11 days accruable sick leave

- 15 paid holidays

- Perfect attendance leave

- Generous Pension

- Retirement reciprocity may be available!

- 457(b) Deferred plan w/ Match

- Retirement Medical Trust Fund

DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Wellness Program

Commuter Services - Employee Discounts

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1) Promotion: Incumbents are eligible for promotion to Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist II ($61,693 - $84,882 Annually) upon meeting the minimum requirements for that class. Incumbents must promote within fifteen (15) months or be terminated. Likewise, Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialists II are eligible for promotion to Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist III ( $66,456 - $91,333 Annually ) upon meeting the minimum requirements for that class and must promote within 36 months or employment will be terminated. Regular status can only be achieved at the Sheriff's Crime Scene Specialist III level.

2) Background: Prior to appointment, applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass an extensive background investigation, including a polygraph examination. Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony.

3) Availability: This department is a "24/7" operation. Applicants must be available for all shifts, including mandatory overtime; refusal of assigned shift may result in removal from the list or termination. The incumbents will be required to work rotating, night, weekend, day, on-call, and graveyard shifts, as well as holidays and weekends.

4) License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
5) Physical: Incumbents must be able to climb up and down embankments, and hike short distances over rough terrain, while carrying up to 40 lbs; work in inclement (hot/cold/wet) weather; and be able to work while wearing an Air Purifying Respirator (APR).
6) Medical: Incumbents must pass a yearly medical exam to verify the ability to wear an APR.
7) Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Must meet one of the following options:

Option A - Experience: One (1) year of full-time work experience with a law enforcement agency processing evidence at or from crime scenes. Experience must include technical processing, collecting, or photographing of evidence. Note: Property and evidence storage is not considered qualifying.

-- OR --

Option B - Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in criminalistics, forensics, or a related physical or natural science, which includes at least 9 semester (12 quarter) units from courses in crime scene investigation , evidence collection , and college-level mathematics (trigonometry is preferred). A list of completed college coursework or transcripts must be submitted with the application.

Note: Degree and/or coursework must be from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Desired Qualifications

An ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability in:

• Basic Crime Scene
• Evidence Collection

Selection Process

Examination : Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to take the online written assessment. The assessment will consist of an evaluation of skills and knowledge in the following areas:

• Photography & Evidence
• Report Writing & English Grammar
• Interpersonal Skills

Details of the online assessment process will be emailed. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email .

Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, Friday, February 28, 2025 . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

Technical & Inspection Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits,* please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: 2/28/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$48,380.80 - $66,497.60 Annually