Forensic Sergeant Career

*A job as a Forensic Sergeant falls under the broader career category of Police Identification and Records Officers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Police Identification and Records Officers : Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and civil cases.


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Police Identification and Records Officer Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$81,490

Median Hourly Wage

$39.18*

Total Employed Nationally

104,980


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.