Employment Opportunity
Raleigh/Wake City-County Bureau of Identification, Raleigh, North Carolina
Salary: $24.53 - $41.70 per hour
Final Filing Date: July 5, 2024
Do you have attention to detail and a passion for solving crimes? If so, you might be Wake County CCBI's newest Crime Scene Investigator! Read more to find out what you'll be doing helping to keep your community safe by investigating crime scenes located or initiated within the geographic jurisdiction of Wake County at the request of law enforcement!
The Raleigh/Wake City-County Bureau of Identification was established by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1937 in an effort to provide for the better enforcement of the criminal laws in Wake County. CCBI is a specialized fingerprint identification bureau that functions as an independent criminal justice agency serving all law enforcement agencies having jurisdiction in Wake County. CCBI's mission is to continuously strive for perfection while setting the highest standards in crime scene investigation, forensic analysis of evidence and collection of criminal arrest information. CCBI is comprised of approximately 83 full-time employees divided into three divisions: The Investigations Division, the Crime Laboratory Division, and the Identification and Records Division. The Investigations Division's responsibility is to provide crime scene investigation services to law enforcement agencies within Wake County. The Crime Laboratory Division is responsible for the forensic analysis of evidence including latent print examination services, firearms examination, controlled substance analysis, DWI blood drug/alcohol analysis, digital evidence examination, photographic services and facial recognition examinations. The Identification and Records Division is divided into a Civil Identification Unit and a Criminal Identification Unit. The Civil Identification Unit is tasked with fingerprinting for concealed handgun permits, sexual offender registration and applicants seeking employment. The Criminal Identification Unit is responsible for the identity verification, collection of fingerprints and photographs and the collection of statutorily required DNA collection kits upon all individuals arrested in Wake County for offenses authorizing such collections. For more detailed information regarding CCBI and the services provided, please see our website at the following address: http://www.wakegov.com/ccbi/Pages/default.aspx.
Duties and Requirements Click to read more
Duties
Primary Duties:
- Interview witnesses, victims and investigating officers to determine the scope of the investigations and methods to be utilized in gathering evidence
- Identify, document, collect, package and transport physical evidence for scientific evaluation and court presentation
- Maintain the integrity and chain of custody of all collected evidence
- Process and test evidence in a laboratory environment using a variety of chemicals and equipment for the further development of forensic evidence
- Prepare detailed reports regarding observation and activities
- Aid in the identification of deceased persons or suspects
- Testify as an expert witness in court
Note: A criminal background check, credit check, polygraph examination and drug test will be conducted.
Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics or Forensic Psychology
Requirements
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Physical, Natural or Forensic Science, Criminal Justice or related field
- No specific experience required
- Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
- IAI Crime Scene Certification required within two years of eligibility or employment - Must maintain current certification thereafter
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
- Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message
- Knowledge of and ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions
- Ability to actively participate as a member of a team to move toward the completion of goals
- Ability to accomplish tasks and processes accurately and completely
Do you have the Education Required? See available on-line and campus-based degree programs now!
How to apply: Apply online 
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Posted: June 26, 2024
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