Salary Range: $62,095.00 - $101,206.00 AnnuallyHiring Salary Pay: $62,095.00CLASS DEFINITIONA Forensic Scientist II conducts complex levels of work in chemical, biological, physical or comparative analysis of criminal evidence in the Forensic Lab of unknown substances and evidence involved in crimes. Employees perform laboratory tests or comparative analyses in one of the specialized forensic disciplines: Firearms and toolmaking; Controlled Dangerous Substances; Toxicology, Serology, DNA, Trace Evidence or Latent Print Examination. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.
Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical supervisor. Employees in this class work a rotating shift and are on-call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Work is performed in a laboratory where there is exposure to toxic fumes and chemicals, unknown dangerous substances and sharp laboratory instruments. Work requires minimal physical exertion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSOn or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:EDUCATION: Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
ANDEXPERIENCE: Have three years of experience in counseling others, case management, paraprofessional legal work or conducting research or investigations in a law enforcement environment.
ORNOTE EQUIVALENCIES: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than
12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES- Knowledge of judicial system proceedings.
- Knowledge of law enforcement and public safety agencies and services.
- Knowledge of community resources and functions.
- Skill in gaining the trust of victims and witnesses of crime.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with victims and witnesses, law enforcement, agency personnel and the general public.
- Ability to assess mental and emotional health of others.
- Ability to be responsive and helpful to individuals and families in crises.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement and housing personnel, professionals and the general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to use a personal computer and commonly utilized business and justice system software in the performance of duties.
- Ability to document information and maintain accurate records.
Background Check NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.
Probation All people, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory one-year probation.
Eligibility Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
Education Accreditation Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
Selection Process All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
Examination ProcessApplicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented in your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
Your Recruiter: Dayvon SmithIf you have any questions please contact Dayvon Smith, Recruitment Talent & Acquisition Specialist via email at [redacted].
