Examples of Duties

• Assists with analytical tests and examinations on a wide variety of crime evidence.
• Operates laboratory instruments including extraction robots, quantitation (RT-PCR), PCR and capillary electrophoresis (CE) instrumentation.
• Performs critical reagent checks on newly received reagents and DNA testing kits.
• Logs reagents and supplies into the Chemical Inventory Management System and Qualtrax.
• Remains current in the field of forensic science by reviewing scientific journals, attending seminars, conferences and professional organizations.
• Successfully completes proficiency tests annually to the extent appropriate if assisting with casework.
• Performs related work or other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory methods, techniques, equipment and materials.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of chemistry and biological sciences.
• Skill in operating laboratory equipment.
• Skill in performing tests and analyses of a variety of substances and materials according to generally prescribed procedures.
• Ability to activate and deactivate the Police Crime Laboratory security system.
• Ability to communicate effectively with law enforcement officials, attorneys, medical examiners and the general public.
• Ability to communicate in English clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Additional Information

CITIZENSHIP: Citizen of the United States or valid work permit, and apply for citizenship when eligible.
AGE LIMITS: Eighteen (18) years of age at the time of appointment.
EDUCATION: Educational requirements and skills will be determined by the position classification.
ARREST: Must be free from conviction of a felony or a Class "A" misdemeanor.
MILITARY: Must not have a "Dishonorable" discharge or "Bad Conduct" discharge if having served in the military. All "Other Than Honorable" discharges will be reviewed on an individual basis.
COMPETITIVE SELECTION PROCESS
Under the regulations of the Police Department, all appointments to the St. Louis County Police Department are made on the basis of a continuously open, competitive hiring process conducted under the supervision of the Personnel Services Unit. Each applicant must successfully complete each stage of the selection process before becoming eligible to proceed to the next step.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Board of Police Commissioners resolved that subject to all applicable State and Federal statutory or judicial exemptions, all qualified applicants for employment and/or advancement, whether commissioned or civilian, shall be given equal opportunity for consideration, selection, appointment and retention, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or political affiliation.