STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Forensic Science Examiner 1 (40 Hour)

Recruitment #240930-2583FP-001

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Introduction



Are you seeking career growth within the State of Connecticut? If so, consider this new and exciting opportunity!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) is currently recruiting for a Forensic Science Examiner 1 to work within the Identification Section of the Division of Scientific Services located in Meriden, CT.

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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
  • This position is full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week, scheduled Monday - Friday.
  • This is a general-funded position located within the Identification Section of the Division of Scientific Services. 
  • As a Forensic Examiner 1, you will work within the Identification Section performing laboratory support for scientific personnel in the Firearms Unit. This position will primarily include the examination and analyses of evidentiary evidence of criminal cases. 
      ABOUT US 
      The DESPP is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life for all by providing a broad range of public safety services, training, regulatory guidance and scientific services utilizing enforcement, prevention, education and state of the art science and technology.

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      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, 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.
      • For assistance in applying, please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!
      Important information for after you apply:
      Candidates selected for an interview must provide the following at the time of interview: 

      State Employees
      • Two (2) most recent performance evaluations
      • Completed CT-HR-13
      Non-State Employees
      • Two (2) professional references contact information including name, email, and phone number (at least one being a current and/or previous supervisor)
      • 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. 

      Click here to complete the Criminal Convictions addendum (CT-HR-13). The CT-HR-13 can also be found on the DAS website by typing in "CT-HR-13" into the "Search Department of Administrative Services" search field. 

      • 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.
      • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.
      Questions about this position should be directed to Alejandro G. Dávila-Hurtado at Alejandro.Davila-Hurtado@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).
      FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION SECTION: Incumbents are responsible for performing complex analysis of evidence such as latent fingerprints, electronic/digital imaging, firearms, ballistics, toolmarks, questioned documents, imprints and investigating electronic related criminal activity.
      TOXICOLOGY SECTION: Incumbents are responsible for performing complex analysis of evidence of forensic biology evidence such as trace, physical, chemical samples, autopsy specimens, body fluids, hairs, fibers and identification of suspected poisonous substances.

      EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

      Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

      • Taking photographs of submitted evidence including firearms, ammunition, bullet and cartridge components;
      • Rendering firearms safe, unloading of firearms which may be comprised, unsafe or unfamiliar to other laboratory personnel;
      • Examining firearms for structural safety and condition before test firing;
      • Testing fires firearms in water tank, cotton box, or at indoor or outdoor range;
      • Utilizing comparison microscope to make bullet and cartridge case comparisons;
      • Conducting microscopic comparison of fired bullets and cartridge cases to each other and test fired specimens from submitted suspect firearms;
      • Taking photomicrographs on comparison scope when needed for documentation purposes; and
      • 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 managing and completing tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines;
      • Experience analyzing, interpreting, and preparing data or reports;
      • Knowledge of and/or experience working with the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) database;
      • Experience in conducting operability/function testing of firearms; and
      • Experience in microscopic comparative analysis of projectiles and cartridge case evidence.

      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.




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