Since the technicians work mostly unsupervised, it is important the supervisors have a knowledge of their work history. So, we typically don’t hire from outside the agency, we transfer individuals from within. My suggestion to someone who is interested in becoming a crime scene technician is to first ride with one, to see what the job is all about. Second, attend an autopsy, since this is difficult for many people to handle. And third, apply at the Sheriff’s Office and get hired, so there is documentation of your work history, and then you can be considered for transfer.