MSP CRIME SCENE TECHNICIAN I

Main Purpose of Job

This position analyzes crime scenes to render an opinion as to the scientific value of all forms of evidence in order to identify, collect, record and preserve for future analysis. In addition, this position will also undergo training to analyze certain other evidence in order to render opinions as to the mechanism of the crime and for possible crime scene reconstruction.

Position Duties

• Latent Prints - Process for the presence of latent evidence to include chemical enhancement and other scientifically proven methods to evaluate and render opinion as to the scientific value of latent impressions and prints.
• Photography - Perform technical scale photography in accordance with scientific working group guidelines
• Successfully complete annual proficiency tests to maintain accreditation to ISO 17025 and ANAB standards
• Prepare clear, technically sound, accurate and informative reports
• Categorize and label all evidence and enter pertinent information into the laboratory information management system (STARLIMS)

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, forensic sciences, chemistry, biology, geology or related physical or natural science from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: None.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a job performing crime scene and/or disaster scene work
• Experience in an internship program performing crime scene and/or disaster scene work

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation 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.

Special Requirements

• 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 by the hiring agency.
• Employees in this classification are subject to random substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
• 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.

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
• If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland State Police at 410-629-1673.
• TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Equal Opportunity Employer

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