JOB
This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. The Department of Public Safety (DPS), Division of Alaska State Troopers, are currently recruiting to fill Forensic Technician 1/2 flex positions located in Soldotna, Palmer, and Bethel.Soldotna/Palmer Salary: Forensic Tech 1 = $23.31 per hour / Forensic Tech 2 = $26.61 per hourBethel Salary = Forensic Tech 1 = $34.97 per hour / Forensic Tech 2 = $39.92 per hourWHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: Under direct supervision and guidance, the Forensic Technician 1 will learn the technical duties involving crime scene processing. Incumbent will learn to function with a high degree of independence and will work assigned less complex technical assignments and will assist with crime scene response, attend court hearings to learn expert witness testimony in crime scene processing.A Forensic Technician 2 possesses journey level expertise and demonstrates competency in higher technical duties involving crime scene processing. Incumbents exercise a higher degree of independence and are assigned more complex technical assignments to include high profile crime scene response, potential lead responsibility at crime scenes, appearing in court as an expert witness in crime scene processing, and may train lower level Forensic Technicians. OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE: We provide scientific support to the criminal justice system to help create a safer Alaska. All of our work is justifiable and transparent. We strive to be understandable or provide guidance where not understood. We work to standardized procedures within a robust quality assurance system. We are accountable to our stakeholders and the State of Alaska. We work diligently, reliably, and with the utmost integrity. This position will contribute to the mission of the laboratory by performing forensic casework, outreach and training to support the criminal justice system and the peoples of Alaska. THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM: As a member of one of the most unique law enforcement agencies in the nation, you will be part of a team that embraces the core values of loyalty, integrity, courage, compassion, leadership, and accountability as they serve Alaska. The incumbent will engage in impactful work with real-time results, enjoy numerous training opportunities, and establish partnerships and working relationships throughout Alaska's law enforcement community. THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT: Palmer - This position will perform out of Palmer, Alaska. The daily work environment consists of a small team of task-driven individuals. Incumbent will work closely with team members to support the mission.Soldotna - This position is situated inside a secure law enforcement building in Soldotna. The office environment includes administrative professionals, commissioned staff, and criminal intelligence professionals.Bethel - This position is located and works full-time out of the Alaska State Trooper post located in Bethel, Alaska. The work environment is friendly, team oriented and productive. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: To succeed in this position, the incumbent will demonstrate the following: Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.Forensics: Knowledge of procedures of civil, criminal, or administrative hearings, evidence collection, including the delivery and receipt of evidence, classes of evidence, and rules of evidence and legal procedures.Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of theinformation (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.Reasoning: Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or otherinformation: analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions.Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths, please consider joining our team.More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: http://dps.alaska.gov/
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Forensic Technician 1An Associate of Science degree from an accredited college in criminalistics, criminology, or a natural or physical science.ORTwo years of post-secondary education from an accredited college that includes at least 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours in physical science courses such as chemistry, biology, physics, or criminalistics that included laboratory work.Substitution: Paraprofessional laboratory experience involving any combination of: the receipt, preparation, and disposal of specimens for testing; conducting routine tests; maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment; performing quality control on equipment, solutions, and reagents; and maintaining operational supplies and materials may substitute for the requisite education on a month-to-month basis (1 month experience equals 2.67 semester or 4 quarter hours). Forensic Technician 2The successful completion of the Forensic Technician 1 flexible training criteria.Or substitution: An Associate of Science degree from an accredited college in criminalistics, criminology, or a natural or physical science.AndOne year of technical experience identifying, collecting, documenting, and preserving physical evidence left at the crime scene for a law enforcement agency or crime laboratory.Or substitution: Two years of postsecondary education from an accredited college that included 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours in physical science courses such as chemistry, biology, physics, or criminalistics that included laboratory workAndOne year of technical experience identifying, collecting, documenting, and preserving physical evidence left at the crime scene for a law enforcement agency or crime laboratory
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager: Amber BarneyAdministrative Assistant 2Phone: 907-269-5493amber.barney@alaska.gov