Crime Scene Specialist II/Crime Scene Specialist III

Crime Scene Specialist II/Crime Scene Specialist III

Salary

$52,540.80 - $66,414.40 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2700004

Department

Police

Division

PD-Criminalistics

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

7/30/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

MP

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Position Summary

Identify, document, collect and preserve physical evidence in the field; ensure the preservation of all items taken into evidence; testify in court regarding the chain of custody and integrity of evidence.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

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

CRIME SCENE SPECIALIST II, 106

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associates degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, social science, forensic science, chemistry, biology, physical science or a related field; and

Three years (3) years of public safety, crime scene investigation or crime scene evidence collection experience.

WorkKeys assessment preferred: Applied Mathematics, Workplace Observation, and Business Writing. To learn more about WorkKeys Assessments and to schedule an appointment to take the preferred WorkKeys assessments, please Click Here.

Upon successful completion of one (1) year of service as a Crime Scene Specialist II MB5, the employee will be moved to a Crime Scene Specialist III MC5.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must pass Drug Test, Criminal Records check and Background check.

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Must successfully complete the Crime Scene Specialist (CSS) Training program and the CSS OJT program.

Must successfully pass a physical agility test.

One (1) year probationary period is required for this position.

CRIME SCENE SPECIALIST III, 108

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis. Exception: One (1) year of crime scene investigation or crime scene evidence collection experience is not interchangeable.

Associates degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, social science, forensic science, chemistry, biology, physical science or a related field; and

Four (4) years of crime scene investigation or crime scene evidence collection experience.

WorkKeys assessment preferred: Applied Mathematics, Workplace Observation, and Business Writing. To learn more about WorkKeys Assessments and to schedule an appointment to take the preferred WorkKeys assessments, please Click Here.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must pass Drug Test, Criminal Records check and Background check.

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Must successfully complete the Crime Scene Specialist (CSS) Training program and the CSS OJT program.

Must successfully pass a physical agility test.

One (1) year probationary period is required for this position.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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01

Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a WorkKeys assessment in Applied Mathematics, Workplace Observation and Business Writing?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

04

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

05

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

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Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV