Job Posting
Forensic Drug Analyst
Jefferson Parish, LA Sheriff's Office
Salary: The salary is negotiable and based on experience and qualifications. An extensive benefits package accompanies the position and includes the following:
- Paid health insurance
- Unmarked departmental vehicle for which gasoline, maintenance costs and insurance are provided
- Short-term disability policy
- Competitive pension plan
- Longevity pay increases per year for first ten years
- Paid annual and sick time
Final Filing Date: November 30, 2009
Duties: The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Examination of evidence for the presence or absence of controlled dangerous substances using preliminary and confirmatory tests
- Obtain weights utilizing balances
- Perform color and crystal tests
- Conduct microscopic examination of evidence
- Perform extractions
- Utilize instrumentation including gas chromatograph/mass spectrometer, gas chromatograph, and Fourier transform infrared spectrophotometer
- Perform fire debris analysis
- Respond to crime scenes and subsequently assist in the processing of those scenes
- Collecting and/or transporting evidence
- Preparing scientific reports and visual aids
- Utilize computer applications as they relate to laboratory procedures
- Testifying in courts of law
- Work under the direct supervision of a higher level forensic scientist or supervisor
- Maintain required ISO 17025 and ASCLD/LAB accreditation requirements
- Successful completion of the training program
- Successful completion of the competency and proficiency program
Requirements: The applicant must meet, at a minimum, the following requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree from a four year accredited institution in Biology, Chemistry, or other Forensic Science related area
- Be able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing)
- Satisfactory completion of a JPSO background investigation (including criminal, credit and driver's history checks), polygraph examination, fingerprinting and drug screening
How to apply: Applicants must contact Captain Scanlan before November 30, 2009 to be considered for the position.
Capt. Timothy P. Scanlan, M.S.F.S.
Assistant Crime Laboratory Director
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
scanlan_tp@jpso.com
(504) 832-2318
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Posted: October 20, 2009
