Senior Forensic Specialist
Salary
$107,467.92 - $132,017.04 Annually
Location
Beverly Hills Police Department, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-3100-01
Department
Police Department
Opening Date
06/12/2026
Closing Date
6/26/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Job Summary
Who We Are
The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high-performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000+ full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational activities, municipal services, and physical environment.
What We Do
The Beverly Hills Police Department is a POST-participating agency with an authorized strength of 145 sworn police officers and 98 full-time non-sworn personnel. BHPD is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of City residents. The department is a leader in early response times and its dedicated officers work with the community to keep neighborhoods problem-free. The BHPD values its reputation as an agency that earns the publics trust through efficient, impartial police service. The Identification Bureau of the Beverly Hills Police Department is responsible for processing scene investigations by detecting, searching, documenting, collecting, preserving, examining, and interpreting physical evidence; developing friction ridge impressions through physical and chemical methods; utilizing automated systems for comparing friction ridge impressions; qualifying as an expert witness in court; and providing photographic services as required by the Department.
Who Were Looking For
The City of Beverly Hills is seeking a qualified Senior Forensic Specialist, a position that will provide support services to the Beverly Hills Police Department. The ideal candidate should have experience in scene investigations and laboratory analysis for processing and comparing friction ridge impressions. The candidate should possess knowledge in collecting and preserving physical evidence, analyzing and examining friction ridge impressions, using modern photographic techniques and equipment, performing searches in automated fingerprint identification systems, employing laboratory development techniques, and be willing to train others. Candidates should possess analytical and effective communication skills, high interpersonal qualities, and a desire to enhance the Identification Bureau. The position requires exceptional customer service skills and a keen attention to detail. Candidates must be responsive and proactive when addressing the needs of the community and the Department. A strong commitment to public service and the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion is critical for the position, as well as the ability to maintain confidentiality and act with integrity.
This position requires the supervision of the recognition, collection, preservation, storage and analysis of physical evidence recovered from crime scenes and accident locations; and provides technical and responsible staff assistance.
Detailed Job Description
For the full job description, please review the class specification at governmentjobs.com.
Salary and Benefits
This position is represented by the Safety Support Association and is covered by the negotiated terms and conditions of that Associations Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Details may be found in the Safety Support MOU, a copy of which is located at https://www.beverlyhills.org/DocumentCenter/View/4764/Safety-Support.
Selection Process
The selection process may include any combination of the following:
Application Review
Required attachments include:
Resume and cover letter
All applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter in addition to their online application. Failure to do so may result in disqualification from the examination process.
Proof of education (college diploma, official or unofficial transcripts).
Please attach a copy of your Associates Degree or higher with major coursework in Criminology, Criminalities or a closely related field.
Copies of required or desired certifications, if applicable.
Scored Supplemental Questionnaire
Respond in full to all supplemental questions. Responses such as "see resume" will not be accepted and will result in the disqualification of your application. Further, your responses to the supplemental questions must be supported by the information in your application. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as an assessment tool to determine the most qualified applicants for this position.
Timed Comparison Test of Friction Ridge Impressions and a Multiple-Choice Exam
Tentatively scheduled for July 14, 2026.
Oral interview(s)
Tentatively scheduled for August 4, 2026.
Eligibility List
The candidates who successfully pass the selection process will earn placement on an Eligibility List. The Eligibility List may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification, as defined by the duration of the list at the time the list is established. The Eligibility List established for any recruitment may also be used to fill a lower-level position.
Proof of Education
If educational units, a degree, transcripts, or certificate is required, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your Government Jobs account at the time of application and before the closing date unless specified otherwise by Human Resources. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Note: Falsifying ones education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification or disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Conviction History
As a finalist for a job, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City.
The City of Beverly Hills will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Beverly Hills is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.
EEO Statement
The City of Beverly Hills is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, driver's license status or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist with the application, examination or interview process, please contact our Human Resources department at humanresources@beverlyhills.org . Please note that this request must be made at least three business days prior to any test or interview in the selection process.
The City of Beverly Hills is compliant with SB1100 which amends Californias Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) prohibiting employers from requiring a drivers license in certain job postings.
Disaster Service Workers
All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
NOTE:
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
Minimum Qualifications
The City offers a generous benefits package including CalPERS retirement benefits, medical, dental, vision and more.
To see detailed information about our Safety Support Association benefits, please review the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
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The following Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination for this position and will be used in determining your qualifications. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. The hiring department will review each answer to evaluate your qualifications. Responses such as "See Resume" or "See Application" will result in your application not being considered.
By continuing in the recruitment process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, your qualifications may be evaluated through employment verification, reference checks, written/skill assessment, and oral examinations.
Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
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Do you possess at least four years of experience in law enforcement identification work that includes crime scene investigation and/or the examination of latent print evidence?
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How many years of experience do you have in law enforcement identification work that includes crime scene investigation and/or the examination of latent print evidence?
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Do you possess an Associate Arts Degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Criminology, Criminalities or a closely related field?
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What is your current level of education completed?
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Please check all of the courses and certifications that you have completed from the list below. If you have not completed any of the desired courses/certifications, please check the box indicating "none of the above."
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Do you possess a valid California Driver License?
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All applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter in addition to their online application. Have you attached a resume and cover letter to this application? (Note: failure to do so may result in disqualification from the examination process).
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What education, training and/or work experience makes you the ideal candidate for the Senior Forensic Specialist position? Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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In 200 words or less, please describe your experience processing and photographing crime scene investigations (including both property crimes and crimes against persons). If you do not have any experience, type "N/A".
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In 200 words or less, please describe your experience comparing friction ridge impressions? If you do not have any experience, type "N/A".
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In 200 words or less, please describe your experience chemically processing latent print evidence. If you do not have any experience, type "N/A".
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In 200 words or less, please describe your experience using computer software and programs to perform forensic duties (i.e. Photoshop, Mideo, CSIPix, and AFIS). If you do not have any experience, type "N/A".
Required Question
Employer City of Beverly Hills
Address 455 North Rexford Dr.
3rd Floor
Beverly Hills, California, 90210
Phone (310) 285-1067