Forensic Technician
State of Michigan • Dimondale, MI3d
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Forensic Technician 8 - E10 / SSB / FSD / Lansing Lab / Toxicology Unit #4
State of Michigan•Dimondale, MI
About The Position
Individuals in this position perform forensic technician duties in the Toxicology Unit and provide casework support at the direction of professional staff. The role includes entering case information into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), maintaining equipment and supplies, handling evidence, and managing stored evidence. All duties must be performed in a bias-free manner, treating everyone with dignity, fairness, and respect. The position is with the Michigan State Police, a statewide full-service policing agency that provides services to Michigan residents and supports other law enforcement agencies. Applicants must pass a pre-employment screening that includes a drug screen, criminal history background check, and fingerprint check. Application materials must include a resume, cover letter or memo, and, if applicable, official college transcripts; unofficial transcripts are not accepted.
Requirements
- Possession of an associate's degree in forensic science, chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, or a related pure or applied science.
- Pass a pre-employment screening, including a drug screen, criminal history background check, and fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.
- Submit a resume and cover letter or memo with the application, as well as official college transcripts if applicable; unofficial transcripts are not accepted.
- For the Forensic Technician 8 level, no specific type or amount of experience is required.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher with 16 semester (24 term) credits in job-specific or related coursework may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.
Responsibilities
- Provide casework support at the direction of professional staff in the Toxicology Unit.
- Enter case information into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Maintain equipment and supplies.
- Handle evidence and manage stored evidence.
- Perform all duties in a bias-free manner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
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