The Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD) is accepting applications for the position of Crime Scene Technician (I and/or II). There is only one open position.
Interested applicants must submit an online application no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 31, 2026.
Within five business days of submitting the application, applicants will receive an email from Guardian Alliance Technologies containing login credentials and instructions for creating a secure online account. This account will be used to complete and submit the required Personal History Questionnaire and supporting documentation. The Personal History Questionnaire must be completed and certified by 5:00 p.m. on August 5, 2026.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the selection process outlined in the Hiring Process section below.
If you have questions about the position or the hiring process, please contact Police Recruitment Specialist Mitch Olive at 520-229-4962 or by email at [email protected].
Hiring Process
The selection process for the Crime Scene Technician (I and/or II) position includes completion of a Personal History Questionnaire, a written exam, practical examination, and an oral board interview. Candidates who successfully advance through the process will also be required to complete the following pre-employment evaluations:
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Polygraph Examination
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Drug Screening
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Psychological Evaluation
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Medical Examination
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All phases of the selection process—the written examination, practical examination, and oral board interview—require in-person attendance. No exceptions will be made.
Disqualification Standards
Applicants may be disqualified from consideration for any of the following reasons:
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Participation in any serious criminal activity or conduct that the Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD), at its sole discretion, determines to be serious, inappropriate, or incompatible with the position.
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Any misdemeanor conviction involving narcotics, controlled substances, or marijuana that OVPD, at its sole discretion, determines to be serious, excessive, or inappropriate.
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A conviction for a domestic violence offense occurring at age 18 or older.
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Illegal use of opiates, hallucinogens, or other dangerous drugs—including, but not limited to, LSD, PCP, peyote, mescaline, heroin, morphine, opium, psilocybin, cocaine, hashish, amphetamines, MDMA (Ecstasy), barbiturates, or similar substances—that OVPD, at its sole discretion, determines to be serious, excessive, or inappropriate.
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A pattern of traffic violations demonstrating a disregard for traffic laws or the safety of others.
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A history of failing to maintain financial responsibility.
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Failure to follow application or background investigation instructions, or failure to provide complete and accurate information during the hiring process.
The Police Crime Scene Technician I provides specialized forensic, technical, and operational support to detectives, police officers, prosecutors, and other department personnel through crime scene investigation, forensic evidence processing, property and evidence management, and equipment and operational support activities. Responsibilities include documenting, identifying, collecting, preserving, processing, storing, safeguarding, tracking, releasing, and disposing of physical evidence; coordinating forensic laboratory submissions, maintaining chain of custody, managing department equipment and operational inventories, and supporting criminal investigations through scientific, technical, and administrative expertise. This classification represents the entry level of the Police Crime Scene Technician series and performs routine and moderately complex assignments while developing proficiency under the guidance of experienced personnel. This position supports criminal investigations through the application of forensic science principles, evidence management practices, and specialized technical expertise.
