Forensic Evidence Specialist I - Evidence Receiving - Central Laboratory - CF280

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Hanover, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is seeking a qualified individual to perform evidence handling and building security duties at the Central Laboratory in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Normal work hours are 40 hours per week within the hours of 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. The position works closely with the laboratory’s technical and administrative staff. Primary duties include receiving, storing, transferring, and returning evidence for/to user agencies, forensic examiners and other DFS laboratories as well as maintaining access control within the building and property. Duties also include initiating/maintaining the chain of custody for evidence using a computerized database, maintaining security of the evidence, responding to telephone and personal inquiries concerning laboratory capabilities, evidence collection, and submission and return procedures. The incumbent will be required to adhere to a dress code and wear Department-approved clothing.

Requirements

Experience conducting data entry into computer systems
Experience reviewing/verifying data for accuracy and completeness
Experience using computers and computer applications such as Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Knowledge of standard safety practices when handling evidence
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, with or without accommodations
Possess a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Certified Property and Evidence Specialist or completion of an Evidence Management Training course through a recognized Evidence Management Program
Work experience or knowledge initiating and documenting the chain of custody of evidence
Work experience processing and maintaining confidential records and materials
Work experience or knowledge with handling and packaging of evidence
Work experience conducting inventories with inventory control systems and conducting independent audits with evidence
Work experience utilizing access control to maintain physical security
Knowledge of a Forensic Laboratory Scientific capabilities concerning evidence
Work experience submitting evidence to a Forensic Laboratory
Experience working in a Law Enforcement Property and Evidence Room

Responsibilities

Receiving, storing, transferring, and returning evidence for/to user agencies, forensic examiners and other DFS laboratories
Maintaining access control within the building and property
Initiating/maintaining the chain of custody for evidence using a computerized database
Maintaining security of the evidence
Responding to telephone and personal inquiries concerning laboratory capabilities, evidence collection, and submission and return procedures
Adhering to a dress code and wearing Department-approved clothing