Forensic Intern (Police Department)The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below. The City of Ontario's Police Department has an excellent internship opportunity for individuals interested in gaining valuable work experience in the field of Forensics. Interns have the ability to observe in and participate in a variety of tasks that support the overall operation of the depa... more details
The Position
Forensic Intern (Police Department)
The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.
The City of Ontario's Police Department has an excellent internship opportunity for individuals interested in gaining valuable work experience in the field of Forensics. Interns have the ability to observe in and participate in a variety of tasks that support the overall operation of the department. As with any internship experience, individuals with a desire to learn as much as possible from experienced employees will have the greatest benefit from their internship experience.
As a Forensic Intern you will receive valuable hands on experience as well as an opportunity to make a positive impact on your community and your career. The Forensic Intern, under the guidance of a Forensic Specialist mentor, assists in and completes a wide variety of clerical and technical support duties. Duties may include, but are not limited to, case research, maintaining lab equipment, clerical duties, photographing minor incidents, processing items for latent prints, and assisting Forensic Specialists at major crime scenes.
The Forensic Intern is a paid, part-time/temporary position scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and is not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.
Background Investigation
All appointments to this position are subject to a satisfactory background investigation conducted by the Ontario Police Department. The background investigation will include the following; passing of a polygraph test and the successful completion of a post-offer medical exam (including drug screen). Candidates may be disqualified from further consideration during the background investigation for a variety of reasons including if they have: an excessive number of traffic citations and/or collisions; arrests and/or convictions; a history of illegal substance abuse; poor credit history (factors include bankruptcy, foreclosures, liens, repossessions, and recency); or thefts from a previous employer. For clarification of any of the above disqualifying reasons, please call Police Department Background Unit at (909) 408-1820. The following list describes some areas that are covered in the background investigation:
Your relatives, references, and acquaintances are asked to comment on your suitability for a career in law enforcement.
The information supplied regarding your educational history is examined and verified.
You must list a history of your residences.
Your work history and experience are examined with regard to your dependability, relationships with fellow workers, trustworthiness, and general job performance.
Military service records are subject to verification.
The background investigation considers your management of personal finances (however, being in debt does not automatically disqualify you).
Your criminal, driving, and insurance records are evaluated. Felony convictions will be grounds for disqualification from the selection process.
The Ontario Police Department
The mission of the Ontario Police Department is to protect life and property, build and maintain authentic relationships, and enhance the quality of life in our community.
TEAMWORK: Fulfilling community partnerships that instill pride, passion and commitment through communication and performance. Learn from the past and embrace the future through empowerment, respect, and cooperation.
PROFESSIONALISM: It is not the job we do; it is how we do our job. We are engaging and considerate with our actions, image, and conduct.
INTEGRITY: We hold honesty as our guiding principle. When faced with difficult decisions, we do the right thing, even in the face of adversity.
ACCOUNTABILITY: We openly identify and address problems and willingly accept responsibility for our own actions.
DEDICATION: We are committed to our craft and to the residents, businesses, and visitors of the City of Ontario.
The City of Ontario
The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,500 full-time and 300 part-time diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.
The City‘s vision for the future is very exciting and we foresee tremendous growth within the year(s) to come. We welcome you to view the City of Ontario’s 2024 State of the City video by clicking on the link below as well as other links to learn more about the City.
State of the CityThe Ontario Plan
Smart OntarioDowntown Ontario
Examples of Essential Functions
The functions typically performed by the Forensic Intern include the following:
Provides clerical support including filing and updating records.
Assists with case research; provides copies of cold case documents and case summaries.
Maintains photo lab; uploads submitted photos and provides CD/print copies of photos upon request.
Photographs minor incidents and assists with photography at major incidents.
Processes items for latent fingerprints
Maintaining supplies
Calibrating equipment
Collects and preserves evidence for later processing.
Assists Forensic Specialists at major crime scenes.
Assists with the maintenance of Forensic vehicles and supplies.
Assists in coordinating the repair and replacement of IBIS units.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualification Guidelines
Education Equivalent to completion of two years of college and enrollment in, or completion of, a college level Forensic Program with a concentration in Crime Scene Investigation and/or Latent Fingerprint Comparison. NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Special Note The following items are required for consideration:
Completion of application and supplemental questions
A statement of interest on why you are interested in this internship (2 pages maximum)
Licenses Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment are required.
Special Requirements From the time of appointment, enrollment in at least 2 courses, or the equivalent to 6 semester or 8 quarter units at an accredited college or university. Ability and willingness to work a minimum of 10 hours per week. Ability to work shift work, nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Desirable Current enrollment in upper division courses, or completion of a Bachelor's degree program. Photography experience with SLR digital cameras.
Background Investigation Candidates must demonstrate the ability to successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation conducted by the Ontario Police Department.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:
List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
Application Process Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required certifications may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. List all periods of employment, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario). List any experience that may help you to qualify for the position. List separately each position held, including different positions with the same employer. Resumes may be included but will not substitute for the employment history section. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.
Supplemental Questions
To complete your application for this position you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.
Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.
Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Email Notices
Email is the primary way that the Human Resources or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the city of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.
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