Definition

This is a full-time position with the City’s Police Department. An individual in this position is responsible for conducting complex crime scene investigations. Reporting relationship: Police Sergeant.

Examples of Work

Systematically survey crime scenes to collect, tag and secure scene and evidence; reconstruct crime sequence and events; assist and direct detectives; write reports; and prepare sketches, diagrams and photographs;

Log, maintain, store and secure all crime scene evidence and conduct periodic inventory of the evidence storage room and capacity;

Analyze evidence, including known and latent prints; provide fingerprinting services to citizens, police applicants and others;

Submit evidence to forensic laboratories as necessary and appropriate for analysis; work with medical examiners, as necessary and appropriate on autopsies;

Work with Medical Examiner as appropriate on autopsies;

Register sex offenders and update relevant information; maintain records; and communicate information with other law enforcement agencies;

Ensure all equipment is operating properly; order necessary repair and maintenance supplies;

Conduct research; prepare handouts; and provide instruction on crime scene processes and other specialty subjects;

Maintain training and education standards by attending classes required by the State of Texas to maintain certification;

Perform other related duties as assigned;

Subject to 24 hour recall.

Education, Experience, or Certification

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate and two year (2) experience in latent prints and crime scene investigation preferred. This is a civilian position.

Preferred Requirements

TAPEIT Certifications
International Association of Identification Certifications
TEEX Forensic Investigator or Criminalist Certifications

Supplemental Information

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITSThe City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 300 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.

BENEFITSMedical Plans (Three Options)

UnitedHealthcare - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
- Plan Type: High Deductible Medical Health Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Deductibles:
  - Single: $2,000 annually
  - Family: $4,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
  - Single: $4,000 annually
  - Family: $8,000 annually
- Additional Details:
  - Employee pays dependent premiums
  - Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Provider: H.S.A. Bank
- Features:
  - Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
  - Contribution Limits:
    - Employee only: $4,300 (IRS Limit)
    - Employee & Family: $8,550 (IRS Limit)
    - Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
  - City Contributions:
    - Employee only: $1,250
    - Employee & Family: $2,250
  - Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
PPO Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Deductibles:
  - Single: $1,000 annually
  - Family: $2,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
  - Single: $3,000 annually
  - Family: $6,000 annually
- Prescription Drug Co-pays:
  - Generic: $10
  - Preferred: $40
  - Non-Preferred: $80
HMO Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Deductibles:
  - Single: $1,000 annually
  - Family: $2,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
  - Single: $4,000 annually
  - Family: $8,000 annually
- Prescription Drug Co-pays:
  - Generic: $10
  - Preferred: $45
  - Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

DHMO Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Features:
  - No deductible
  - No annual maximum
  - Member co-pay depends on the procedure
PPO Plan
- Provider: UnitedHealthcare
- Features:
  - $1,500 per person annual maximum
  - $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

Provider: UnitedHealthcare
Features:
- No deductible

Life Insurance

Provider: Ochs Securian Financial
Coverage:
- $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
- $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
- Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

Provider: Flores
Features:
- Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
- Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

Provider: Aflac
- Accident
- Cancer
- Heart/Stroke
- Intensive Care
- Short-Term Disability
- Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

Statewide retirement system
7% employee contribution
City contributes 2 to 1
Visit TMRS for more information

Optional Deferred Compensation

457 Plan and ROTH-457B available through MissionSquare

Other Benefits

Holidays

13 paid holidays per calendar year:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Friday after Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

Earned based on years of service:
- 0-5 years: 14 days
- 6 years: 15 days
- 7 years: 16 days
- 8 years: 17 days
- 9 years: 18 days
- 10-14 years: 19 days
- 15 years or more: 20 days
Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.

Sick Leave

6 days per calendar year with unlimited accrual.

Educational Reimbursement

With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year. Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Provider: Alliance Work Partners
8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.

Wellness Program

Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.

Fun Benefits

Annual events like the Employee Thanksgiving Luncheon, Christmas Holiday Party, and Public Service Recognition Week.

01

Have you ever been convicted of any felony offense? (A conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication for purposes of this application)

02

Have you ever been convicted of a Class A Misdemeanor? (A conviction includes probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudication for purposes of this application)

03

Have you ever been convicted of a Class “B” Misdemeanor in the last 10 years? (Convictions include probation, community supervision, or deferred adjudications for purposes of this application)

04

Have you ever used illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroin, speed, steroids, downers, etc.(not including marijuana)

05

Have you ever used any “hallucinogenic’ drugs such as ecstasy, LSD, PCP, or any other types of hallucinogens?

06

Have you performed any kind of drug related activities after age 25?

07

Are you aware of ANY information that would preclude you from assuming the role in the Missouri City police department?

08

Are you a U.S. Citizen?

09

Have you used Marijuana in the last year?

10

Which of the following best represents the highest level of education you have earned?

Required Question

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