Crime Laboratory Analyst – Biology/DNA, DNA Database Job Listing at MyFlorida in Tampa, FL

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GI20121312-44389 Agency Name: Law Enforcement
Description:

Working Title: Crime Laboratory Analyst – Biology/DNA, DNA Database
Broadband/Class Code: 19-4092-03
Position Number: GI20121312-44389
Annual Salary Range: $40,948.18
Announcement Type: Open Competitive
City: Pensacola, Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa and Ft. Myers
Facility:
Pay Grade/ Pay Band: BB007
Closing Date: 6/30/2013

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CRIME LABORATORY ANALYST

BIOLOGY/DNA, DNA DATABASE

To be considered as a potential applicant, you must meet the minimum requirement(s) listed below. An applicant will be considered a trainee unless they have relevant forensic experience and an assessment by FDLE is satisfactorily completed. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Biology/DNA sections are located in Pensacola, Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa and Ft. Myers.

“TRANSCRIPTS MUST STATE THAT THE DEGREE HAS BEEN AWARDED. TRANSCRIPTS FROM ALL UNIVERSITIES ATTENDED MUST BE PROVIDED."

Minimum Qualifications:A bachelor or advanced degree in physical, biological or forensic science from an accredited college or university with completion of at least 20 credit hours in physical or biological science related coursework graded at a “C” or better. A minimum of 9 credit hours in college coursework (graduate of undergraduate level) graded at a “C” or better covering the subject areas of biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology (molecular genetics or recombinant DNA technology) is required.

An official transcript is needed to confirm your qualifications for this position. Your application will be processed after all materials are received. Please note the position number on your transcripts and assure that your transcripts are legible. Please mail transcripts to: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Attention: Kathryne Such, Office of Human Resources, Suite B1088 A, P.O. Box 1489, Tallahassee, FL 32302-1489. FDLE members must submit transcripts along with your application in order to be considered even if they are already on file with the agency.

Duties:Analysts in the Biology/DNA section conduct independent, complex and detailed microscopic and chemical analyses on evidence to identify the presence or absence of body fluids such as blood, semen and saliva. Analysts compare DNA profiles obtained from the evidence to DNA profiles from subjects and victims to statistically associate these individuals to each other, a crime scene or to any item of evidence.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques used in the analysis of physical evidence as it applies to the forensic laboratory; knowledge of the correct procedures for providing expert testimony in court; knowledge of the procedures for packaging, handling and preserving evidence; knowledge of what constitutes physical evidence; knowledge of the scientific method of conducting research; skill in the use of scientific laboratory equipment; skill in calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment; ability to conduct forensic science experiments, analyze results, formulate conclusions and present findings verbally and in writing; ability to give sworn testimony as an expert witness in court; ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Notes:Applicants being considered for employment with FDLE will be required to submit to drug testing and a background investigation, which includes a financial credit check. Starting salary will be at the minimum of the class pay range unless otherwise dictated by FDLE's pay policy guidelines. The elements of the selection process may include a work sample and/or oral interview. All Crime Laboratory Analyst applicants will be considered Trainees and hired at a salary set below minimum until they have completed an FDLE Crime Laboratory Analyst Training Program. Trainees will be required to sign an FDLE employment agreement and commit to employment with FDLE during training and for 3 years after completing training. A financial penalty may be imposed for failure to complete the employment agreement. Training may take place outside of assigned region. This position is classified as Special Risk retirement, which provides members a greater retirement credit accrual rate and requires fewer years of service to reach full retirement benefits than is required for non-Special Risk members. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

REMINDERS:

* Male applicants born on or afterOctober 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website:http://www.sss.gov.
* If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled or suspended depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, eligible veterans and spouses of veterans will receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply. For applicants claiming Veterans' Preference, please attach supporting documentation that includes character of service (for example, DD form 214 Member Copy #4) when you apply for a vacancy. Applicants may also fax their supporting documentation to People First at 1-888-403-2110. All documentation is due by the closing date of the job announcement.

Apply online via the People First Web site or fax a State of Florida application to 1-888-403-2110 by 11:59 p.m. EST on closing date. If you have problems applying on-line, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.Mailed paper applications will not be accepted at the agency office.