Job Description
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Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. - Performs examinations on evidence leading to forensic conclusions for use in legal proceedings in all types of cases.
- Prepares written reports of forensic analysis and conclusions for use in legal proceedings.
- Examination, identification, and comparison of evidence and/or investigation of various types of crimes.
- Conducts routine examination and/or investigation under direct supervision.
- Demonstrates effective use of case management to meet the case and/or court deadlines.
- May provide expert forensic guidance and advice to judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys to prepare exploratory questions for witnesses.
- May participate in quality control and quality assurance checks on chemicals, standards, and quality-affecting materials used in the respective units.
- Perform technical and/or administrative reviews on reports generated by other Unit personnel.
- May perform technical review and confirmation of identifications and associations on reports in multiple sub-disciplines.
- May testify as an expert witness.
- Conduct field crime scene work to gather and analyze evidence.
Requirements
PREFERENCES:
- Preference may be given to candidates with a degree in Chemistry, Toxicology or other physical sciences plus 0-2 years of progressive work experience in a forensic laboratory.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of the general theory and application of toxicology.
- Knowledge of forensic laboratory analysis techniques and applications.
- Knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in forensic toxicology analysis and their limitations.
- Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation.
- Knowledge of criminal law.
- Knowledge of the theory and application of forensic sciences, statistics, and evidence preservation processes relates to modern forensic laboratory techniques, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of research or investigative techniques and controls, which limit or expand the significance of the findings.
- Knowledge of the impact of work and testing performed in compliance with accreditation and state/federal regulations.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, with emphasis on those procedures associated with the handling of biohazardous materials.
- Skill in laboratory techniques.
- Skill in explaining scientific procedures and results to a layperson in understandable terms.
- Skill in recording and maintaining detailed records.
- Skill in maintaining confidentiality in all aspects of work.
- Skill in maintaining a good rapport with criminal justice personnel and fellow employees.
- Skill in working with others to achieve common goals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Science)
- Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience in (Forensic Crime) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Forensic Evidence Technician
OR
- Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience in (Forensic Crime) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Forensic Evidence Technician
Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Subject to being on-call 24/7 for the response to field crime scenes.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- A valid driver's license may be required.
- Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation.
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