Forensic Science Examiner 1 (40 Hour) Recruitment # 240917-2583FP-001 Location Meriden, CT Date Opened 9/20/2024 12:00:00 PM Salary $78,480 - $106,374/year Job Type Open to Agency Employees Close Date 9/30/2024 11:59:00 PM Go Back Apply View Benefits (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) + + + + Introduction The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP), has an exciting opportunity for a Forensic Science Examiner 1 (http://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=2583FP&R1=&R3=) in the Division of Scientific Services (http://portal.ct.gov/despp/division-of-scientific-services/home) . This is a full-time, first shift position located in Meriden. About us The Division of Scientific Services (SS) provides forensic support to local, state and federal agencies throughout Connecticut. This division is divided into three sections: the Chemistry Section (including toxicology, controlled substances, and arson), the Biology/DNA Section, and the Identification Section (including computer crimes). Selection Plan Before you apply: + In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. + The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. + Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system. + All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. Important information for after you apply: + This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. + Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process. + Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. + The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. + Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview (http://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=IT&preview=1) . Candidates selected for an interview must provide the following at the time of interview: State Employees + Two (2) most recent performance evaluations + Cover letter + Completed CT-HR-13 Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks. Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation. Any pending disciplinary history within the past 2 years and review of attendance records are also considered in this selection process. Questions about this position should be directed to Mackenzie Robinson at mackenzie.robinson@ct.gov . PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Division of Scientific Services, this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks receiving, examining and conducting complex analyses of physical evidence resulting from all manners of criminal actions. DEOXYRIBONUCLEIC ACID (DNA) SECTION: Incumbents are responsible for performing complex analysis of forensic biology evidence such as nuclear and mitochondrial deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). EXAMPLES OF DUTIES + Examines submitted evidence and completes a written description; + Photographs evidence; + Removes trace materials from evidence for analysis in areas of criminalistics and identification; + Conducts complex criminalistic forensic analysis of evidence utilizing conventional wet chemistry methodologies and/or technical instrumentation relating to gas chromatography, ultra/violet spectrophotometry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, mass spectrometry, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, emission spectrography, liquid thin layer and column chromatography, electrophoresis, scanning electron microscopy; + Polarized light microscopy, alternate light sources, photographic equipment and computer technology; + Assists in reconstruction of crime scene; + Conducts forensic identification in areas of documents, firearms and latent fingerprints; + Maintains instrumentation and equipment and safeguards laboratory physical evidence; + Participates in research programs; + Conducts on scene collection and preservation of evidence; + Handles materials and samples before and after analysis in order to maintain them for safekeeping; + Prepares comprehensive reports; + Provides explanations and interpretations of results; + Testifies in court as an expert witness; + May assist in training laboratory staff and law enforcement personnel; + Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY + Knowledge of + modern methods utilized in crime scene processing and evidence identification; + applicable techniques and procedures for analyzing evidentiary materials; + physical laboratory instrumentation, documents, firearms, fingerprints and reconstruction techniques; + Skills + oral and written communication skills; + interpersonal skills; + Ability to + conduct laboratory analysis; + utilize computer software; + act as an expert witness in a court of law; + utilize computer software. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Six (6) years of experience in forensic analysis of evidentiary material. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED + College training in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience required on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. + A Master's degree in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. + A Ph.D in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience. + Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Experience with general DNA techniques (e.g., extraction, quantitation, amplification and capillary electrophoresis injection). + Experience with data analysis, interpretation and report writing/testimony as it pertains to forensic DNA testing. + Experience operating analytical equipment (e.g., extraction robotics, genetic analyzers, thermal cyclers). SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS + Incumbents in this class may be required to work flexible hours. + Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS In addition to the checking of references and facts in the application a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be conducted before persons are certified for permanent appointment. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be exposed to communicable diseases and hazardous substances. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online