Forensic Technologist

Duties

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Receives, secures, distributes, preserves, returns, and disposes of physical evidence submitted to the Bureau of Forensic Services for testing by maintaining the chain of custody records of incoming evidence. Initiates case files of evidence received. Notes physical safety or biological safety hazards associated with incoming evidence. Notifies supervisor of cases with defects or requests for RUSH status. Provides security and maintains the evidence intake area. Conducts regular transfer or disposal of post-analysis. Ensures that all records are properly maintained. Maintain long term storage. Reviews, prepares, and monitors the transfer of items from the evidence intake room to the preparation laboratories as requested by the Bureau’s Crime Laboratory Analyst or Bureau Chief. Requiring evidence processing or analysis and coordinates the transfer of post analysis evidence to the original submitters or disposal as required. Assists analysts with preparation of evidence for testing, maintenance of instrumentation, and completion of inventories as required.
• Enters, maintains, and updates data concerning physical evidence utilizing the Laboratory Information Management System, ACISS, as well as any other applicable laboratory databases/software. Takes appropriate action to correct errors. Returns improperly submitted evidence to submitters advising them of the reason for the return.
• Assists Bureau Chief with various reviews and assists with edits to quality documents and Bureau policies. Provides information and training to law enforcement personnel on evidence submission and preparation. Consults with law enforcement personnel on disposition of evidence submitted to the Bureau. Testifies in court as required.
• Performs related work as required.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, or Computer Forensics

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or its' equivalent is required.

Additional requirements:

• Florida Driver’s license.

Preferences:

• Certification by an approved property or evidence certification organization such as the International Association for Property and Evidence (IAPE) following training and approval for independent work is desired (assistance in preparing for the certification through training and attendance at appropriate professional and educational venues shall be provided by the Agency).
• Bachelor of Science degree in a Chemical, Physical, Biological Science, or Forensic Science from an accredited university.
• Two (2) years of work experience working in a laboratory. (Experience can be utilizing any kind of management system software, Evidence Custodians to Law Enforcement).
• Forensic fire or explosive analysis experience.
• A completed internship with a forensic lab.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of "Chain of Custody" requirements with evidence handling.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Skill in use of basic mechanical equipment.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to utilize ladders or stools.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to forty pounds.
• Ability to use personal computers for data entry and word processing.
• Ability to plan and organize work.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

OTHER KSAs (Incumbent may learn on job):

• Knowledge of ACISS.
• Knowledge of cross-relational databases (LIMS).
• Knowledge of Bureau of Forensic Services.
• Knowledge in internal auditing.
• Ability to use database/spreadsheet to track evidence and images.

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