Forensic Scientist 123 - Physical PCN 122043
Forensic Scientist 123 - Physical PCN 122043
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- WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
With direction and oversight from senior members of the Digital Forensic Lab the incumbent will begin developing competence in digital forensics. The training program includes classroom work extensive required reading research and presentations and the completion of a mock trial program. Based on individual progress the Forensic Scientist 1 may be assigned under close supervision routine casework assignments.
OUR ORGANIZATION MISSION AND CULTURE:As a component of the Alaska Bureau of Investigation the Digital Forensics Labs mission is to provide Alaskas investigators with he high quality digital forensic examinations and cutting edge technical resources necessary to support the relentless pursuit of justice in the Last Frontier.
The successful incumbent will reflect the guiding principles of the Digital Forensics Lab:
A Commitment to Excellence We are constantly refining and improving our abilities to produce reliable repeatable verifiable and wellexplained results.
A Willingness to Try Harder When confronted with a technical challenge we persist until we figure out how to do it find someone who can or confirm that it is impossible.
- A Sense of Urgency We recognize that critical and important challenges facing our organization must be dealt with now.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
This position is part of a team working in a fastpaced taskforce environment. The incumbent will engage in meaningful and rewarding work with realtime results enjoy numerous training opportunities and establish partnerships and working relationships in Alaskas law enforcement.THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:
This position is situated inside a secure local law enforcement building in Anchorage. Most work is performed in a lab or office environment with an occasional need to respond to crime scenes as a digital evidence collection specialist.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:- Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical systematic sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on ones knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
- Criminal Intelligence: Uses the intelligence cycle to convert raw information into intelligence to assist with anticipating preventing or monitoring criminal investigations and activity
- Integrity/Honesty: Behaves in an honest fair and ethical manner. Shows consistency in words and actions. Models high standards of ethics
- Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding friendliness courtesy tact empathy concern and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult hostile or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity race gender disabilities and other individual differences.
- Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar punctuation and spelling; communicates information (for example facts ideas or messages) in a brief clear and organized manner; produces written information which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience
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: QualificationsForensic Scientist 1 Minimum Qualifications (Range 18 A bachelors degree from an accredited college which included 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours of science courses in the areas of chemistry biology physics computer analysis forensic sciences or criminalistics.
Substitution:
Four years of experience installing configuring coding maintaining and/or repairing computer hardware and/or software may substitute for the bachelors degree. Please note: this substitution is not applicable for positions within the Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory.
Special Note:
Recruitment and selection may be based on the areas of needed expertise in the agency.
Employees will be expected to successfully pass annual proficiency/competency tests.
Appointments to positions in a Stateoperated scientific crime detection laboratory and/or digital forensic laboratory are subject to background requirements per the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors/Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD/LAB) and the Department of Public Safety. A criminal background investigation including fingerprinting is required.Forensic Scientist 2 Minimum Qualifications (Range 20 One year of experience as a Forensic Scientist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
AND EITHER
A bachelors degree from an accredited college which included 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours of science courses in the areas of chemistry biology physics computer analysis forensic sciences or criminalistics.
OR
At least 300 hours of documented digital forensics training courses and a capstone certification in a digital forensics discipline. Please note: This option is not applicable for positions within the Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory.
Special Note:
Certifications that can be used to meet the capstone requirement include: International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) or Certified Mobile Device Examiner (CMDE); International Society of Computer Forensic Examiners (ISFCE) Certified Computer Examiner (CCE); National White Collar Crime Consortium (NW3C) Certified Cyber Crime Examiner 3CE) or Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME); or completion of the National Computer Forensics Institute (NCFI) Basic Computer Evidence Recovery Training (BCERT) Program.
Recruitment and selection may be based on the areas of needed expertise in the agency.
Employees will be expected to successfully pass annual proficiency/competency tests.
Appointments to positions in a Stateoperated scientific crime detection laboratory and/or digital forensic laboratory are subject to background requirements per the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors/Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD/LAB) and the Department of Public Safety. A criminal background investigation including fingerprinting is required.Forensic Scientist 3 Minimum Qualifications (Range 22 Two years of experience as a Forensic Scientist 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
AND EITHER
A bachelors degree from an accredited college which included 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours of science courses in the areas of chemistry biology physics computer analysis forensic sciences or criminalistics.
OR
At least 500 hours of documented digital forensics training courses and a capstone certification in a digital forensics discipline. Please note: This option is not applicable for positions within the Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory.
Special Note:
Certifications that can be used to meet the capstone requirement include: International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) or Certified Mobile Device Examiner (CMDE) International Society of Computer Forensic Examiners (ISFCE) Certified Computer Examiner (CCE) National White Collar Crime Consortium (NW3C) Certified Cyber Crime Examiner 3CE) Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME) or completion of National Computer Forensics Institute (NCFI) Basic Computer Evidence Recovery Training (BCERT) Program.
Recruitment and selection may be based on the areas of needed expertise in the agency.
Employees will be expected to successfully pass annual proficiency/competency tests.
Appointments to positions in a Stateoperated scientific crime detection laboratory and/or digital forensic laboratory are subject to background requirements per the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors/Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD/LAB) and the Department of Public Safety. A criminal background investigation including fingerprinting is required.Additional Required Information
COVER LETTER
Please provide a cover letter describing how you possess position specific competencies listed in Who We Are Looking For section of the job description that will be of particular benefit to the position.
AT TIME OF INTERVIEW
At time of interview applicant must provide:- Transcripts are required at the time of interview if used to meet the minimum qualifications.
- If available three 3 of your most recent performance evaluations.
- Three 3 professional references at least one 1 must be from a current or past supervisor.
SPECIAL NOTES- Appointments to positions within the Alaska Bureau of Investigation are subject to appropriate background requirements.
- Professional certification may be required dependent upon the forensic discipline.
- A valid drivers license is required.
This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidates credibly possessed and proven competencies. If hired at the lower level you will be promoted to the higher level after completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work.
BACKGROUND CHECKThis 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.
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Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Kate Berry
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