Forensic Science Examiner 2 (40 Hour)

Introduction The State of Connecticut, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) is recruiting for a Forensic Science Examiner 2 to join their team within the Division of Scientific Services in Meriden, CT.

Position Highlights

The Forensic Science Examiner 2 will work within the Forensic Biology unit.

Conduct full‑process examinations while working alongside lab professionals, forensic science examiners and collaborating with law enforcement partners as needed.

These positions are full‑time, onsite, 40 hours per week, scheduled Monday through Friday.

About Us DESPP is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life for all by providing a broad range of public safety services, training, regulatory guidance, and scientific services utilizing enforcement, prevention, education and state‑of‑the‑art science and technology. DESPP is structured on three key Strategic Pillars created by Commissioner Ronnell Higgins.

Duties

Scheduling, assigning, and reviewing the work of staff and overseeing day‑to‑day laboratory operations;

Providing technical guidance, training, and support to personnel;

Conducting performance evaluations and assisting with staff development;

Establishing unit priorities and work plans, and maintaining operational procedures and quality assurance/control programs;

Developing and recommending policies, procedures, and technical standards;

Serving as a liaison with other units, external agencies, and stakeholders regarding policies and operational practices;

Preparing comprehensive technical reports, documentation, and official correspondence;

Overseeing the maintenance and calibration of laboratory instrumentation and safeguarding physical evidence;

Managing chemical inventories, laboratory supplies, and ensuring proper storage and documentation;

Promoting and maintaining laboratory safety protocols;

Coordinating and conducting proficiency testing and participating in internal audits;

Attending court proceedings to review or evaluate subordinate testimony and providing expert testimony as needed;

Assisting in the preparation and presentation of the laboratory’s program budget;

Handling the most complex and sensitive casework within the section;

Representing the laboratory as a scientific expert in court and before legislative bodies;

Participating in or leading advanced scientific research related to forensic science disciplines;

Contributing to building and facility security as part of laboratory operations;

Performing other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Considerable knowledge of

current laboratory facilities, methods, equipment, instrumentation and material;

modern methods of criminal investigations and identification;

applicable techniques and procedures for analyzing evidentiary materials;

physical laboratory instrumentation, documents, firearms, fingerprints and crime reconstruction techniques;

Skills

interpersonal skills;

oral and written communication skills;

Ability to

independently conduct technical, analytical, consultative and research activities;

utilize computer software;

act as an expert witness in a court of law on complex and sensitive cases;

reconstruct crime scenes;

Supervisory ability.

Minimum Qualifications - General Experience Seven (7) years of experience in forensic analysis of evidentiary material.

Minimum Qualifications - Special Experience One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the full working level independently performing complex forensic analysis of evidentiary material. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Forensic Science Examiner 1.

Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed

College training in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience required on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one‑half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

A Master's degree in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

A Ph.D. in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience training and mentoring forensic examiners;

Experience designing and conducting validation studies for forensic biology methods;

Experience with developing and implementing new policies and procedures.

Special Requirements

Incumbents in this class may be required to work flexible hours.

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Character Requirements In addition to the checking of references and facts in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be conducted before persons are certified for permanent appointment.

Working Conditions Incumbents may be exposed to communicable diseases and hazardous substances.

Equal Opportunity The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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