Supervising Crime Scene Technician

Salary : $82,812.00 - $100,140.00 Annually
Location : Fresno
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26EM00017
Department: Police Department
Division: Crime Scene Investigations
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 11/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 13A

Position Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION

The City of Fresno Police Department is currently recruiting for Supervising Crime Scene Technician.

Supervising Crime Scene Technician is the first-line supervisory level that supervises the work of Crime Scene Technician staff during an assigned shift. Incumbents supervise and participate in the processing of prisoners and collecting and preserving evidence used in the identification and prosecution of criminals which includes fingerprint classification, latent comparison, indexing, and filing. Duties also include training and advising subordinates in the performance of their duties, preparing work schedules and reviewing reports of subordinates.
THE REQUIREMENTS

These are entrance requirements to the competitive examination and do not assure a place on the eligible list. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify.
TO QUALIFY, an applicant must have:
Four (4) years of experience as a Crime Scene Technician with the Fresno Police Department, one (1) year of which must have been as a Senior Crime Scene Technician.

OR

Four (4) years of experience with a law enforcement crime lab or identification unit, which includes or is supplemented by one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience and completion of thirty (30) college units from an accredited college or university, which includes fifteen (15) semester units within the fields of criminal justice or law enforcement.
Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
A copy of college transcripts must be uploaded and included in your on-line application for verification of requirement. Applicants lacking the documentation may be rejected if relying upon education to meet the Minimum Requirements.
Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License during the entire term of employment in this class.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

As part of the qualifying process for Supervising Crime Scene Technician with the City of Fresno, eligible candidates will be required to complete a detailed pre-employment personal history form, followed by a thorough background investigation which will include a voice stress analyzer (CVSA) and/or polygraph test.
Eligible will also be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the City of Fresno.
THE SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list. The selection process may consist of the following:
Application Review - Qualifying Only: Applications submitted will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates may be invited to the oral examination. The selection will be based upon those applications which demonstrate the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for a proper evaluation.
Oral Examination - 100%: A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related oral examination to evaluate each candidate's suitability for this position. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The Oral Examination date is tentatively scheduled for the week of: December 14, 2026.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

Qualified veterans who pass the examination may obtain five (5) additional points.

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested.
How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.
Bargaining Unit 13

Management Non-Confidential and Non-Management Confidential

City of Fresno Profession Employees Association (CFPEA)
BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

ANNUAL LEAVE

15.5 - 20 hours per month based on years of service with cash out provisions.

LIFE INSURANCE

Benefit equal to annual salary with a maximum of $150,000; premium paid by the City.

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK

40 hours per fiscal year.

80 hours lifetime maximum.

MANAGEMENT LEAVE

60 hours per fiscal year with cash out provisions, for exempt employees only.

HOLIDAYS

10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.

LONG TERM DISABILITY

Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.

BUS PASSES

Provided to Supervisors in FAX Operations.

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

$100 per month upon approved certification

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT -City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.
01

Do you possess Four (4) years of experience as a Crime Scene Technician with the Fresno Police Department, one (1) year of which must have been as a Senior Crime Scene Technician.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess Four (4) years of experience with a law enforcement crime lab or identification unit, which includes or is supplemented by one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you completed thirty (30) college units from an accredited college or university, which includes fifteen (15) semester units within the fields of criminal justice or law enforcement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question