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MSP FORENSIC SCIENTIST III

Recruitment #24-000254-0003

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Introduction

It is important that all experience be fully documented. FAILURE TO LIST ALL EXPERIENCE AND ANSWER ALL SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SPECIFICALLY AND ACCURATELY may cause the applicant to be rejected.

GRADE

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland State Police
Forensic Sciences Division
Pikesville Laboratory CDS Unit
221 Milford Mill Road
Pikesville, MD 21208

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this job is to analyze Controlled Dangerous Substances and testify to the results as an expert in court.

POSITION DUTIES

Conduct chemical analysis on submitted substances

Prepare written reports on analysis with conclusions to assist in the preparation of criminal cases.

Review reports by other analysts within the CDS Units

Testifies as an expert on the results of analysis and as to the methods used to arrive at these results

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, genetics, medical technology, pharmaceutical science, or related physical, natural or forensic science from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three years of experience in comparative analysis or scientific evaluation of evidence including experience in providing testimony as an expert witness in moot or criminal court.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience performing comparative analysis or scientific evaluation of evidence to include experience in providing expert testimony, on a year-for-year basis for the required education and up to two years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute additional experience at another accredited crime laboratory performing equivalent work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree in the above physical, natural or forensic sciences from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree in the above physical, natural or forensic sciences from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Successful completion of at least one course in analytical chemistry and one course in organic chemistry from an accredited college or university.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

1.  Three years of work experience in comparative analysis or scientific evaluation of Controlled Dangerous Substances evidence including experience in providing testimony in moot or criminal court.

2,  One year of experience performing validations using Gas Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry, or Liquid Chromatography.

3.  One year of experience writing Standard Operating Procedures applicable to Controlled Dangerous Substances  analysis.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require theoperation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

2. Candidates appointed to this classification must possess the certification or license required by the governing body of the forensic discipline associated with the job duties for the specific position. Specific information concerning the requirements and procedures of the applicable governing body can be obtained from the Human Resources office of the Maryland Department of State Police, 1201 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, are required to provide the agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

2. Employees in this classification are subject to random substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

3. In accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 2-204 (b) (6) of the Annotated Code of Maryland, candidates for positions in this classification will be subject to an initial drug screening, a physical examination, submission of a DNA sample, and a complete criminal background investigation, to include a polygraph examination before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the candidate.

SELECTION PROCESS

Only candidates who meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be considered for this classification.  It is, therefore, essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Successful candidates will be placed on an Eligible List as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED and remain eligible for at least one year from the date of examination.  The list will be used by the Hiring Manager to select the individual to fill the vacancy.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of rating your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.  You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement or the rating may be based on your application.  Applicants will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE:  Currently, applicants are limited to uploading one file. As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents (Undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file.  If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application via mail.  The Maryland State Application Form can be found online.

Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to: 
Maryland State Police 
Human Resources Division / Berlin Barrack 
9758 Ocean Gateway Berlin, MD 21811 
ATTN:  Robert Tanner 
Robert.tanner@maryland.gov 

TTY Users:  call via Maryland Relay 

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.  Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. 

It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status. 

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. 

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland State Police at 410-641-9039 X6153.


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