FORENSIC SCIENTIST 1 (FS 1) (Firearms Section)
Job Duties
Learns methodology in performing critical analysis of evidence in criminal cases.
Accepts and receives evidence.
Conducts basic examinations of suspected evidence such as controlled substances, biological materials, latent fingerprints, firearms and tool markings, toxicology samples, ignitable liquids, gunshot residues, glass fractures and other trace evidence.
Documents the examination results.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, forensic sciences, natural sciences, or related field.
- Discipline specific educational requirements as specified.
Special Requirements
- Ability to complete a successful background check and polygraph examination.
- Possession of valid driver’s license.
Pay, Benefits & Schedule
This is a full-time position with state benefits. Paygrade: $60,250 Base Salary.
Retirement Plan: As WV public employees, all full-time public employees are required to participate with the Public Employees Retirement Plan, regulated by the Consolidated Public Retirement Board. Employees hired on or after July 1, 2015 will be members of the PERS II plan, contributing 6% of their gross monthly salary. WV State Police contributes 10% of the member’s gross monthly salary for a combined total of 16%.
Additional Benefits: Mountaineer Flexible Benefits offers additional insurance such as Dental, Vision, Hearing, Legal, Short- and Long-term disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts (for qualifying employees who enroll in the PPB Plan C Health Plan offered by PEIA).