Forensic Scientist 4 - Chemistry PCN 121676
Forensic Scientist 4 - Chemistry PCN 121676
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- WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Represent the laboratorys chemistry section (blood alcohol breath alcohol program seized when discussing testing status and capabilities with Alaska law enforcement and attorneys.
Supervise forensic scientists assigned to the chemistry section by providing feedback and support effective communication and goal setting.
Work cooperatively with other laboratory supervisors and top management to ensure chemistry section priorities and decisions align with the laboratorys mission and objectives.
Monitor and manage chemistry section testing request turnaround time backlogs and individual outputs to ensure delivery of services is acceptable to our stakeholders.
Assess and authorize routine supply purchases for the chemistry section discipline and identify equipment replacement and/or expansion needs.
OUR ORGANIZATION MISSION AND CULTURE:
The Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory provides scientific support to the criminal justice system to help create a safer Alaska. We feel compelled to give the best of ourselves to fulfill our mission and purpose we treat each other with dignity and respect we never stop learning and we remain positive in the face of change. The Forensic Scientist 4 position must exemplify this culture within the chemistry section through leadership and example.THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
Members of the supervisor team are granted substantial autonomy when making decisions for the disciplines they lead. Work schedule start times are flexible 6AM9:30AM) with each day being 8 hours MondayFriday. The laboratory will provide on the job continuing education and training opportunities with a focus on leadership quality assurance and technical content related to the discipline supervised.THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:
The primary location for work is the Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory located in Anchorage AK where a large percentage of time will be spent in an office environment communicating with stakeholders and lab employees via email Microsoft Teams and facetoface meetings. Will occasionally travel outside of Anchorage due to court obligations stakeholder training and/or external continuing education opportunities.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
- Integrity/Honesty: Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization; displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization self and others; is trustworthy.
- Change Management: Knowledge of change management principles strategies and techniques required for effectively planning implementing and evaluating change in the organization.
- Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces including the general public individuals who work in the agency other agencies or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs provide information or assistance resolve their problems or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
- Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable highquality timely and cost effective results. Determines objectives sets priorities and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
- Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy sensitivity and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations
The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace enforce the law prevent and detect crime and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Departments mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths please consider joining our team.
More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: QualificationsBachelors degree from an accredited college in natural science physical science forensic sciences criminalistics or a closely related field
And
One year of experience as a Forensic Scientist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
Special Note:
Employees will be expected to successfully pass annual proficiency/competency tests.
Appointments to positions in the Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory are subject to background requirements per ASCLD/LAB and the Department of Public Safety. A criminal background investigation including fingerprinting is required.
Additional Required Information
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is NOT required for this position.Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to theinterview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
SPECIAL NOTESSpecialized knowledge in the field of forensic alcohol testing per 13 AAC 63.010 (related to Scientific Director Breath and Blood Alcohol essential duty).
Valid drivers license.
This position is subject to background requirements the Department of Public Safety. A criminal background investigation including fingerprinting is required
This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position and required access to APSIN an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.
CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT
The successful candidate will be required to read understand and agree to via signature an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.
EDUCATIONTo verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not transcripts will be required before employment.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Thereforeall work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether the employment was full or parttime. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one 1 vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety 90 days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats please callorin Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 oror correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE
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Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager: Kyle Klopfer Administrative Assistant 3
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