Crime Scene Technician Trainee at Louisville Metro Government

Listed by CrimeSceneCleanerJobs.com

Location: Louisville, KY 40223

Pay Range: – Pay Type Not Specified

Employment Type: Full-time

Date Posted: 2025-07-16

Louisville Metro Government is now hiring Crime Scene Technician Trainee in Louisville, KY 40223. View job listing details and apply now. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Learns the techniques, procedures, tools, equipment, and materials used in the collection, preservation, processing, and presentation of physical evidence. Examples of Duties: UNDER CLOSE SUPERVISION Transports evidence to and from laboratories. Places evidence in property room. Assigns evidence an exhibit number and ETU case file number. Learns to testify in court. Assists in collecting, preserving, and processing physical evidence. Assists in processing and developing latent fingerprints from living and deceased individuals. Assists in photographing physical evidence and the crime scene. Assists in performing field tests on chemicals, body fluids, and foreign substances found at crime scenes. Assists in preparing reports. Enters data and sends email via computer. Writes clear and concise reports and diagrams crime scenes. Attends autopsies for collection of evidence and to take photographs. Performs related work. Minimum Requirements: Associate's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, or a related field. EQUIVALENCY: High school diploma or the equivalent AND two years of experience processing crime scene evidence. Verification of education and driver's license must be provided before establishment of Eligibility List. OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must be of good moral character with no criminal or felony record inconsistent with the provisions of this paragraph. Unacceptable will be persons who have been convicted of a felony or who have any criminal action pending against them. An applicant may be disqualified for multiple misdemeanors, an unacceptable criminal record, or multiple traffic violations. Applicants who have bought, sold, or used marijuana within one year of application or have bought, sold, or used any controlled substance or narcotic drug without a prescription within six years of application will be disqualified. Must submit to a pre-employment drug screening. Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test. Must pass a medical examination. Must pass a pre-employment physical agility test. Must wear personal protective and safety equipment as mandated by OSHA. Must be vaccinated for hepatitis B, have provided evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form within ten days of initial assignment. Must work a varied schedule. Must differentiate various colors of color-coded buttons and lights. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting. Works at crime scene locations that may be limited or difficult to access. Climbs a ladder at least 6 feet tall. Drives a small truck/van. Handles loaded firearms. Operates manual and power tools. Supplemental Information: Salary Grade U60 11. Equal Opportunity Employer. Test Weights: Written Exam 50, Job Simulation 50. Please note that Training & Experience scores are based on the relevant as determined by the hiring agency and Civil Service training and experience from the last 10 years as listed on your application and resume as submitted. Any information that is unclear or that is not listed on your application and/or resume will not be considered in the calculation of the Training & Experience score. This also means that you should list your employment dates, including the month and year, i.e., 02/2007 to 08/2010 of employment. Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike, and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have. Full Time Regular: Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Term Life, Supplemental Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Sick Leave, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Bereavement Leave, Kentucky Public Pensions Authority, 457 Deferred Comp, Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits, Tuition Assistance, Qualified Adult Benefits, Childcare Assistance, Free TARC Use, Paid Parental Leave. Part Time 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week: Vacation pro rata, Sick Leave pro rata, Holiday Pay pro rata. Part Time Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week: Ineligible For Benefits. Temporary Positions: Ineligible For Benefits. Interns: Ineligible For Benefits.