Forensic Technician 11 / ITB / BID / CODIS Unit #2

About the role

This position functions as the lead forensic technician for the CODlS Section. This position assigns, monitors, reviews, and directs the work completed by the forensic technicians. This individual manages the Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) sample destruction process, oversees laboratory supply management, and organizes equipment maintenance and calibration. This position directs and provides training for new employees and external law enforcement partners as well as participates in a variety of analytical laboratory support activities, including DNA sample destruction process overview, receipt and data entry of arrestee and convicted offender samples, and computerized data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assigns, monitors, reviews, and directs the work completed by the forensic technicians.
• Manages the Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) sample destruction process.
• Oversees laboratory supply management.
• Organizes equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Directs and provides training for new employees and external law enforcement partners.
• Participates in a variety of analytical laboratory support activities, including DNA sample destruction process overview, receipt and data entry of arrestee and convicted offender samples, and computerized data entry.

Requirements

• Education: Possession of an associate's degree in forensic science, chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, or a related pure or applied science.
• Experience: Three years of experience equivalent to a Forensic Technician, including one year equivalent to a Forensic Technician E10.

Qualifications

• The position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.

Skills

• Bias-free performance.

Benefits

• The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone.

Pay

• Details about pay are not specified in the job description.

Schedule

• Details about the schedule are not specified in the job description.

Note: Applicants will be screened out for failure to attach the required resume, cover letter/memo, and (if applicable) official transcripts to their application.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications: Positions in this class are test-designated and subject to pre-appointment, random-selection, and post accident drug and alcohol testing. Some positions within this class series are assigned job duties that may require possession of a current, valid driver's license to operate a designated state vehicle.

View The Entire Job Specification At https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/F/ForensicTechnician.pdf

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