
State of New Mexico
Forensic Scientist 1, Chemistry Analyst (DPS #67840)
$19.08 - $33.19 Hourly
$39,686.40 - $69,035.20 Annually
Hobbs, NM
Permanent Position
2018-02124
Department of Public Safety
HFL Chmstry Sect-9110300100
05/03/2018
Continuous
$19.08 - $33.19 Hourly
$39,686.40 - $69,035.20 Annually
Hobbs, NM
Permanent Position
2018-02124
Department of Public Safety
HFL Chmstry Sect-9110300100
05/03/2018
Continuous
Job Description
Purpose of Position:
What does the job do?
Forensic Scientists serve as specialists in an area of expertise/scientific discipline and are responsible for identifying and analyzing physical evidence related to their specialization that is collected from criminal investigations.- Forensic Scientists in the Department of Public Safety support the New Mexico law enforcement community in the investigation of crimes by receiving and maintaining physical evidence custody;
- preparing reports that document their findings;
- provide expert opinions in their scientific specialization to investigators;
- and provide expert witness testimony regarding their findings in a court of law.
How does the job get done?
This position is responsible for producing formal reports that accurately identify and analyze physical evidence to determine their significance to the investigation. This position is responsible for presenting the results, conclusions and expert opinion in the scientific analysis of the controlled substance evidence. This position will provide expert witness testimony regarding their findings in courts of law throughout the State of New Mexico. This position will perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control to assure quality analysis, evidence integrity, and maintain accreditation standards. This position will continue training to develop competency and proficiency in their area of specialization, specifically chemical analysis for this position, as required.
Who is the job done for?
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Agencies in New Mexico.
The Ideal Candidate will have experience:- Determining the identity of an unknown substance
- Conducting tests to measure concentrations of controlled substances
- Providing testimony in a court of law
- Writing laboratory reports
- Retrieving, analyzing, and comparing unknown substances
This position is a Pay Band 75.
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED TO CONDUCT ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.Classification Description
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for DNA and Chemistry Forensic Scientists:
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genetics, Forensic Science or Molecular Biology
Employment Requirements:
Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results. This position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment will be subject to pre-employment drug testing and random employment drug testing. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Statutory Requirements:
N/ASupplemental Information
Why You Should Join Our Team
You will receive great health and retirement benefits. We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance.
http://www.spo.state.nm.us/total-compensation.aspx
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a Forensic Laboratory setting. Some exposure to chemicals and biological fluids. Statewide travel in car and/or small aircraft will be required when needed. Work under stressful situations with strict deadlines. Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. Frequent walking, standing, sitting and bending required. Some exposure to noise from equipment and instruments utilized in the Laboratory is required.
Conditions of Employment:
Working Conditions for individual positions in this classification will vary based on each agency's utilization, essential functions, and the recruitment needs at the time a vacancy is posted. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Default FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt at the basic and operational level. Exempt at the advanced level. FLSA status may be determined to be different at the agency level based on the agency's utilization of the position.
Bargaining Unit:
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Agency Contact Information:
Katharina Babcock, (505) 827-9136, or email: Katharina.Babcock@state.nm.us
Link to Agency:
http://www.dps.nm.org/
Applicant Help/How to Apply:
http://www.spo.state.nm.us/State_Employment.aspx
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2600 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505
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- http://www.spo.state.nm.us
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2600 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505
- Forensic Scientist 1, Chemistry Analyst (DPS #67840) Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position? Bachelor's Degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genetics, Forensic Science or Molecular Biology. If responding yes: your work experience and/or education must be reflected in your Neogov application.
- * QUESTION 2
- How many years of experience do you have determining the identity of an unknown substance? Your work experience response must be reflected in your NEOGOV application.
- * QUESTION 3
- How many years of experience do you have conducting tests to measure concentrations of controlled substances? Your work experience response must be reflected in your NEOGOV application.
- * QUESTION 4
- How many years of experience do you have providing testimony in a court of law? Your work experience response must be reflected in your NEOGOV application.
- * QUESTION 5
- How many years of experience do you have writing laboratory reports? Your work experience response must be reflected in your NEOGOV application.
- * QUESTION 6
- How many years of experience do you have retrieving, analyzing, and comparing unknown substances? Your work experience response must be reflected in your NEOGOV application.
- * QUESTION 7
- Do you have at least twenty (20) hours of college-level chemistry coursework? Your work experience response must be reflected in your NEOGOV application.
- * Required Question