Crime Scene Investigator

About the Role: CSI’s are trained to a high standard to ensure the best evidence is available to the investigation and to the Criminal Justice System, using a variety of methods to recover physical evidence such as friction ridge detail, DNA, footwear marks and trace evidence.   Your role will be to process all types of crime scenes using specialist, approved  techniques to visualise, capture and recover digital and trace evidence,  and gather information and intelligence as part of an investigation. Your responsibilities will be and not limited to: Support investigations through the preservation, assessment and  recovery of evidence at all crime types using a multitude of  forensic techniques which may link an individual to the scene. Observe, assess and record all aspects of a crime scene and the immediate environment, ensuring that all findings are available to support the wider investigation. Handle exhibits from investigations in line with agreed protocols to maintain the integrity, continuity and security of evidence in support of investigative processes and court proceedings. Co-ordinate CSI deployments using Police systems including RMS, CMP and Microsoft Teams. Prepare and present evidence, including, but not limited to, written statements, scene examination reports, oral presentation at court and prepare exhibits for onward submission to the laboratories. Provide specialist forensic advice and support to investigators, developing and implementing short term plans and objectives which support the objectives of the wider investigation. At the earliest opportunity, ensure that investigating officers are made aware of the forensic potential of a crime scene. Deliver training to key stakeholders in relation to crime scene investigations to improve knowledge and understanding of the associated processes, sharing best practice locally, regionally and nationally to aid collaboration and continuous improvement. To be fully conversant with the relevant sections of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) and its Codes of Practice, ensuring that the correct legislation relating to Powers of Entry and Seizure are applied. To be fully conversant and remain compliant with the Forensic Science Regulator (FSR) Code of Practice. Partake in regular competency assessments such as practical mock scenes, peer reviews and knowledge checks to comply with FSR Codeof Practice. To be aware of Force policies on Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and Data Protection and comply with the legislation and the standards of “good practice”. To give regular and effective service.

 HIOWC-Role Profile-Crime Scene Investigator-2026-04-27.pdf – 444KB Opens in a new window