ISP Forensic Evidence Specialist

State of Idaho•Pocatello, ID

44d•Onsite

About The Position

Idaho State Police - Pocatello, Idaho State of Idaho Opportunity Forensic Evidence Specialist Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. This announcement is being used to fill an Idaho State Police (ISP) Forensic Evidence Specialist in Pocatello, Idaho. ISP Forensic Evidence Specialists must possess highly developed interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate the demands of user agencies. Incumbents work with people from all social and economic backgrounds and deal with information that is of an extremely sensitive and confidential nature. Incumbents also routinely handle toxic/carcinogenic and corrosive chemicals as well as biological material. They will be required to have a vaccination for certain infectious diseases or sign a declination. The position requires standing for approximately six hours a day. Subject matter in this position includes routine exposure that is graphic in nature: i.e., autopsy photos, body parts, body fluids, and explicit case reports. The incumbent may be subpoenaed to testify in court as they are considered experts in forensic evidence management and any approved technical duties. This position works within a team environment. Performs related work. All Idaho State Police Forensic Laboratories are accredited by A2LA and to the ISO 17025 Standard. State Police Forensic Laboratories serve state, local, and federal law enforcement agencies; state and county prosecutors; and public defenders. PLEASE NOTE: The successful applicant will be required to complete a background investigation, polygraph examination and comply with our drug policy. Please review ISP Professional Qualifications for more information.

Requirements

Good knowledge of: Office, record, and data management principles.
Typically gained by a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field OR at least two college courses in a related subject area AND at least two years or applicable work experience in a related field.
MS-Windows-based computer operating software programs (database, word processing, spreadsheet)
Experience: Assessing and applying guidance imposed by statute, regulation, policy, or procedure
MQ Specialties: Education or Experience: Providing customer service and customer communication.
Typically gained by a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field OR at least two college courses in a related subject area AND at least two years or applicable work experience in a related field.
Experience: Assessing and applying guidance imposed by statute, regulation, policy, or procedure.
Typically gained by at least six months of applicable work experience in a related field.
Composing and proofreading business correspondence.
Typically gained by at least six months of applicable work experience in a related field.
Providing customer service and customer communication.
Typically gained by at least six months of applicable work experience in a related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience using spreadsheet software to create and modify electronic worksheets and design and print graphs
Experience with Adobe Acrobat
College chemistry coursework
Certification with the International Association of Property and Evidence

Responsibilities

Maintain established standards of laboratory cleanliness, safety, and efficiency.
Follow analytical methods and the quality and safety procedures.
Provide expert testimony when applicable.
Report deficiencies to supervisor.
Manage, maintain, and handle forensic evidence including drugs, chemicals, biological fluids, blood/semen stained items, guns/ammunition, and objects for fingerprint testing.
Manage administrative systems and related support functions for the forensic laboratory office.
Assist in the triage of incoming cases for evidence intake and routing purposes.
Provide direct support services to forensic scientists and external customers.
Develop/maintain administrative office records systems.
Provide training to local law enforcement agency staff in operating the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) data entry and tracking system, proper techniques of evidence packaging, receipt, handling, preservation, storage, and reporting in all forensic science disciplines.
Provide direct technical assistance to external customers via telephone and in person.

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.

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