Crime Laboratory Analyst 1234

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 3403 - 6124

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this Job: At theLouisiana State Police Crime Laboratory our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive inclusive and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity innovation and a deep commitment to equity.

Were looking for aCrime Lab Analyst to join our Seized Drugs Unit a detail-driven mission-focused team dedicated to providing accurate and timely forensic analysis. The Crime Lab Analyst plays a critical role in examining identifying and reporting on controlled substances submitted as evidence. This position works closely with senior analysts investigators and other forensic disciplines to ensure high-quality scientific results and support the integrity of criminal investigations.

If youre driven collaborative and ready to make an impactthis could be the opportunity for you!
Minimum Qualifications: A baccalaureate degree with twelve semester hours in biology or chemistry and an additional twelve semester hours in a biological science chemistry forensic science molecular physics physics criminalistics or pharmacology.

A combination of coursework is allowed.

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Applicants must meet the current educational requirements of the hiring agencys accrediting body for the laboratory.

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Criminal Justice is not considered a qualifying educational field.

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Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Job Specification: The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information: Job Duties:

As a Crime Lab Analyst you will conduct forensic analyses at the request of local state and federal law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies. Examples of other duties included are;

Conducting forensic analysis on evidence and reference specimens related to criminal activity.
Utilizes and maintains scientific instrumentation and advanced computer stems in support of forensic analysis.
Performs technical and administrative reviews of case work performed by other analysts. (If authorized).
Serves as an expert witness in criminal proceedings regarding the forensic analysis conducted and represents finding to the trier of fact as required by law.
Preserves and maintains evidence by applying current standard forensic practices.
Demonstrates competency and proficiency by participating in an approved testing program(s).
Assists other laboratory or agency personnel with routine administrative tasks related to the support of forensic operations such as inventory purchasing budgeting tours escorting of guests etc.

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational Promotional or Job Appointment.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Crime Laboratory Analyst 1 2 or 3.
Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday Friday.
Location: This vacancy is located in East Baton Rouge Parish.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The bi-weekly rate for this position is as follows:
Crime Lab Analyst 1 (TS309) - $1790.40
Crime Lab Analyst 2 (TS310) - $1916.00
Crime Lab Analyst 3 (TS311) - $2320.00
Crime Lab Analyst 4 (TS13) - $2564.00

How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Applylink and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

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Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact: Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Katy Bradley
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge LA. 70896
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About this Job At theLouisiana State Police Crime Laboratory our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive inclusive and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity innovation and a deep commitment to equity.Were l...