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Photographer Police Investg Support

Salary

$46,900.00 - $61,000.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20260143913548

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

10/08/2025

Closing Date

10/22/2025 9:00 AM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

+ Description

+ Benefits

Description

Under general supervision, to take color and black-and-white photographs of a variety of subjects, some of which may be used as evidence by law enforcement authorities in support of crime investigation; to post-process and print color and black-and-white photographs routinely and using techniques that will enhance the representations of evidence characteristics on photographs; to prepare photographs for court presentations, testify in court and to perform related work as required. Work also includes taking photographs at department events and activities, including award presentations, graduations, promotional ceremonies, and precinct events.

Examples of Duties

(may perform other duties as assigned)

+ Subject to general assignments, and with responsibility to a superior for results, and in accordance with established departmental policies, procedures, and methods in the preservation of integrity in evidence management:

+ Individually, or with one or more co-workers, to take color and black-and-white photographs of persons, groups, crime scenes, corpses, fingerprints, objects submitted as evidence, aerial photographs, situations, and persons under surveillance or observation.

+ Arrangelights, cameras, backgrounds, and subjects.

+ Control the results by varying ISO, exposures, use of filters, choice of light sources for lighting effects, and/or color temperatures.

+ In a photographic laboratory, develop color and black-and-white films and prints with the purpose of enhancing photographic representations of evidence characteristics and routine work.

+ Operates special-purpose and/or automated equipment to process prints.

+ Maintain physical negative film files.

+ Scan, color correct, and re-touch negative film files with digital software.

+ Maintain a mini lab, paper, and ink.

+ Diagnose and make minor repairs and adjustments to printing equipment.

+ Conferwithothersonlayout, format, special post-processing requirements, and related matters.

+ Maintain files and records of negatives, slides, prints, and technical photographic literature.

+ Testifying in court.

+ Maintain the chain of custody and integrity of photographic evidence.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or G.E.D.

Three(3) to four (4) years of employment experience in a variety of photographic fields.

Qualifications(preferred)

+ Completion of two (2) years in university or college of recognized standing with courses in chemistry, physics, and some coursework in photography.

+ Completion of some advanced coursework in criminal justice.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE OF:

+ Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Considerable knowledge of photographic techniques and practices in taking and processing photographs in color and black-and-white.

+ Reasonable knowledge of technical specifications and performance characteristics of photographic equipment.

+ Knowledgeofoperationofcamerasandrelated equipment.

+ Working knowledge and experience with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.

+ Skill in mechanical aptitude.

+ Ability to have tact in dealing with peers and the public.

+ Ability to display neatness in appearance and work.

+ Ability to have normal color perception.

+ Ability to take initiative.

+ Ability to be willing to perform any assigned task.

+ Ability to be resourceful.

+ Ability to be reliable.

+ Mechanical aptitude.

+ Physically active.

+ Willingness to perform any assigned task.

+ Ability to present testimony of a technical nature in court.

LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

Physical Demands

The employee generally engages in light physical activity to work in the field with person-to-person contact and some stationary work in an office environment. The employee is expected to move about to accomplish tasks. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to conditions which may include fumes, extreme heat and cold, wetness, loud noise, confined spaces, dust, hazardous chemicals, blood, bodily fluids, airborne pathogens, inclement weather, etc. Some work requires travel to meetings, conferences, and other work sites with exposure to seasonal weather conditions.

Evaluation Plan

+ Interview: 70%

+ Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

+ Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

+ Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

+ Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

+ Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

+ Dental

+ Vision

INSURANCE

+ Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

+ Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

+ Sick Leave

+ Vacation

+ Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

Employer

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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