Forensic Laboratory Specialist III Toxicology Division of Technical Services CF224

Title: Forensic Laboratory Specialist III - Toxicology - Division of Technical Services - CF224

State Role Title:Laboratory & Research Spec II

Hiring Range: $44500 - $49500

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Forensic Science

Agency Website: Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science has recently moved to a new state-of-the-art facility in Hanover County. The facility houses staff from the Central Laboratory Division of Technical Services Directors Office Administrative Offices and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is seeking a qualified full-time Forensic Laboratory Specialist III to join the Division of Technical Services within the Toxicology Program Area. The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving storing and performing immunoassay drug screening on non-evidentiary blood samples. This role supports the DFS Quality Assurance (QA) Program through the preparation and maintenance of critical reagents appropriate operation of laboratory instrumentation and diligent safeguarding of specimen integrity.

Additional responsibilities may include supporting the Toxicology discipline assisting with Evidence Receiving functions and providing support for other departmental needs as directed/coordinated by the Toxicology Program Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of basic theoretical principles and applications of the instrumentation and methodologies used to preserve and analyze toxicology samples
Experience working in a scientific laboratory environment including standard laboratory equipment techniques laboratory safety procedures and operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation
Experience preparing solutions and reagents for use in a laboratory setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs
Ability to communicate in a clear concise manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to maintain accurate records analyze and interpret data follow written protocols and oral instructions manage multiple tasks efficiently establish work priorities and independently perform routine duties
Valid drivers license and/or other means of reliable transportation

Additional Considerations

Experience performing and documenting QA procedures
Experience handling biological fluids in a forensic or clinical toxicology laboratory
Experience working in a laboratory environment performing qualitative and quantitative alcohol or drug testing
Experience using laboratory information management software
Experience working in an accredited forensic science laboratory

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

All applications must be submitted electronically through this website by 11:55 p.m. on the positions closing date. Mailed emailed faxed or handdelivered applications and résumés will not be accepted. Interview consideration is based solely on the information provided in the application résumé and any required transcripts (if applicable).

Applicants who need accommodations during the application and/or interview process may contact the Human Resource Office at or Auxiliary Aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.

The Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a V3 Virginia Values Veterans certified organization. We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of race sex color national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status political affiliation genetics or disability in the recruitment selection and hiring of its workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Veterans AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni.

DFS does not provide sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain such authorization for the duration of their employment without the need for employer sponsorship or a STEM extension.

Background Investigation: Selected candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete a background investigation including a fingerprintbased criminal history check. Candidate(s) must also provide a DNA sample via buccal swab (saliva) and successfully pass a drug test. Reference checks will be conducted and will include contact with current and previous supervisors.

Employment Eligibility Verification: DFS now uses E-Verify a streamlined system that integrates the Form I-9 process with employment eligibility verification to electronically confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information

Name: Amanda Collum

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.