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Crime Scene Investigator

Surrey

Guildford

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GBP 30,000 - GBP 36,000

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Job summary

A forensic investigation department is seeking a Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) in Guildford. The role involves leading forensics at various crime scenes, managing evidence integrity, and collaborating with law enforcement to interpret evidence. CSI candidates need experience in forensics and must be detail-oriented. This position offers salary progression as competency is demonstrated and requires court presentation skills. Candidates will be involved in continuous professional development and must uphold ethical standards.

Qualifications

  • Experience in forensic investigations and crime scene management.
  • Strong observational skills to interpret evidence.
  • Ability to present evidence clearly in court.

Responsibilities

  • Lead forensic investigator at various crime scenes.
  • Seize and maintain evidence integrity for investigations.
  • Produce detailed reports and photographs of crime scenes.
  • Collaborate with police and forensic experts to strategize examinations.

Skills

Forensic investigation
Detail-oriented
Report writing
Team collaboration
Job description
Overview

Surrey and Sussex Forensic Investigations department has an exciting opportunity to join Crime Scene Services in Surrey as a Crime Scene Investigator (CSI).

Responsibilities
  • Act as lead forensic investigator at crime scenes of all types.
  • Carry out the forensic investigation of crime scenes and any other police related incidents as required, including post-mortem examinations following an unexplained death.
  • Seize exhibits in line with agreed protocols to maintain the integrity, continuity and security of the evidence for investigative processes and court proceedings.
  • Take detailed photographs of crime scenes.
  • Develop and implement examination strategies within each investigation to assist the wider investigative objectives.
  • Produce detailed written reports that illustrate the scene\'s layout and evidence locations. Use your expertise and observations to understand the sequence of events.
  • Collaborate with police officers and forensic experts to interpret evidence and decide on examination strategies.
  • Undertake crime scene management duties and provide support and guidance for less experienced staff acting as coach where required.
  • Present evidence at court and explain its relevance in a clear, unbiased manner.
  • Perform duties across Surrey and Sussex, making an equitable contribution to the designated shift pattern and on-call rota covering a 24-hour period, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to maintain competency and continuously develop in the role.
  • Be required to wear a Police Staff uniform as appropriate to the Force employer whilst on duty and maintain a smart appearance.
  • Be able to work within and comply with the appropriate measures required to maintain ISO accreditation standards. You will be required to undertake training and participate in the provision of auditing for accreditation purposes across Forensic Investigations when requested.
  • Uphold the values of the code of ethics. Our teams are held accountable for maintaining exemplary standards of professional behaviour. These are viewable on the College of Policing website.
  • This role includes salary progression from a grade F (£30,495 - £35,020) to grade G (£33,128 - £39,149) upon completion of a training and competency program.
  • Applicants who have attended an assessment day for this role in the last 12 months need not apply again.
  • For more info and apply please follow the link Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)
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