What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Photographic Technician position at Police?
Position Summary
Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in the production of forensic photographic products including measuring photographic processing solutions and mixing color chemistry solutions; perform other laboratory functions and tasks in support of police department forensic photographic activities.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
High school diploma or GED; and
Three (3) years of photographic experience and two (2) years of evidence handling experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a New Mexico Driver's License.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
Preferred Knowledge
- Advanced photographic chemistry
- Operational characteristics, services and activities of a photographic laboratory program
- Modern and complex principles and practices of color processing
- Operational characteristics of forensic photographic and video production equipment
- Automated negative processing and printing
- Photo editing software i.e. Photoshop
- Portrait lighting techniques
- Basic record keeping procedures
- Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations
Preferred Skills & Abilities
- Operate color processing and printing equipment
- Operate forensic photographic cameras
- Operate advanced digital cameras and flash systems
- Interpret and explain City criminalistics policies and procedures
- Prepare clear and concise reports
- Work independently in the absence of supervision
- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public
- Communicate clearly and concisely
- Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of City and other government officials, community groups, and the general public
