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Forensic Scientist 5 - Seattle Toxicology Laboratory

Washington State Patrol

Seattle, WA | Full Time

$133k-166k (estimate)

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Forensic Scientist 5 - Seattle Toxicology Laboratory

$133k-166k (estimate)

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Washington State Patrol is Hiring a Forensic Scientist 5 - Seattle Toxicology Laboratory Near Seattle, WA

Description

The Seattle Toxicology Laboratory is hiring 2 Forensic Scientist 5 positions.

Employees will receive a 5% King County pay In addition to their salary.

About the Position:

This position supports that mission by proving expert forensic analysis of toxicology evidence involved in criminal and death investigations. The position provides the critical public safety link between the commission of crime and its subsequent investigation and prosecution of the persons responsible. Maintaining compliance with strict quality standards is critical to the mission of the Division and Agency because it allows our public leaders, criminal justice system and citizens to have trust and confidence in the Division’s forensic services; enables the Division’s work product to withstand rigorous legal challenges; aids in the determination of cause and manner of death; enhances public safety by helping remove offenders from the communities; and it preserves justice and protects civil rights through the exoneration of persons falsely accused.

The Forensic Scientist 5 (FS5) is crucial to maintaining the quality of forensic casework in their discipline through their direct involvement in training of staff, ensuring that quality measures are employed on the front line, and providing administrative and technical reviews on all casework.

The FS5 interacts with other laboratory management (Supervisors, Managers, Division Commander, State Toxicologist), the Technical Leads and all other technical and/or administrative personnel. The FS5 interacts with management to gain understanding of current goals, policies and procedures and to suggest improvements or mitigate non-conformities. They direct and review the work of technical personnel (FS1-3) and interact with Administrative staff and Property & Evidence Custodians to ensure smooth operations.

The FS5 also engages with personnel from other laboratories or sections within the Bureau, at functional area meetings, the Agency’s Strategic Advancement Forum, and in technical seminars and training events, when required.

This position is considered critical in the event of Washington State Patrols Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Designation – For Disaster or Emergency Recovery. This position supports the COOP by having the ability to asses and allocate resources for laboratory operations.

About the Division:

The mission of the WSP Toxicology Laboratory Division (TLD) is to provide high quality, innovative, and comprehensive toxicology services in support of public health and safety in our community.

About the Agency:
The WSP actively supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in the workplace, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The WSP strives to create and foster an inclusive culture inspiring everyone to be their authentic selves, speak openly, and be courageous. The WSP continues to focus on equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices and policies through innovative recruitment and retention solutions. Partnering with our communities helps the WSP provide the best in public safety services now and into the future.

Duties

Responsibilities:

Supervises forensic scientists to include training staff, peer-reviews casework, and batch analysis; ensures evaluations are completed on time; addresses personnel issues; communicates effectively and consistently to all staff; ensures staff have resources; ensures staff adhere to all relevant Agency, Bureau and Division policies and procedures and addresses non-compliances.
Testifies in court; interprets casework and toxicology-related issues.
Participates in short- and long-term planning for the laboratory; assists with writing and updating technical, quality, and administrative manuals; assists with laboratory accreditation efforts.
Provides training of forensic toxicology topics/issue to colleagues, customer agencies and/or interested parties.

Work Setting/ Hazards:
Office and laboratory setting. Hazardous and bio-hazardous chemicals and evidence must be safely handled following the safety guidelines.
Schedule (i.e., hours and days):
Eight hour work days are typical (excluding lunch), Monday through Friday. Exchange time may be required due to court, training, or other circumstances. Flexible schedules may be available with approval.
Travel Requirements:
Travel is required for court testimony, training, and meetings. Transportation is by pool car or other approved means such as air travel.
Tools and Equipment:
Analytical instrumentation, balances, pipettes and diluters.
Customer Interactions:
Interacts with medical examiners, coroners, attorneys, law enforcement agency personnel and other community members. Difficult topics may need to be discussed in a sensitive manner.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Must possess a valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver's License or able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Must be willing and able to work on cases involving traumatic events.
A bachelor’s degree in a natural science, forensic science, or closely related field, including 20 semester hour or 30 quarter hours of chemistry coursework.
- Examples of related fields include: pharmacology, medical technology, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, clinical chemistry, or toxicology.
Minimum of three years of forensic toxicology (or relevant) experience, to include performing analyses of biological evidence and testifying as an expert witness in courts of law.

Conditions of Employment:

Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
Provide an oral DNA sample to be used in the CODIS Elimination Profile Index.

You must submit a current resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts (high school/ GED and/ or college) when you apply.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?

A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
Infants at Work Program based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01
Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program.

Supplemental Information

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
For more information regarding how to apply for this position, please click here (Download PDF reader).

Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded. Please click here to determine your eligibility.
WSP Policy 1.04.020 - WSP does not engage in, or assist with, civil immigration enforcement, therefore; In no stage of the hiring process will the immigration status of family members of the candidate be investigated by the Washington State Patrol.
Questions?
Please contact Monica Simpson atmonica.simpson@wsp.wa.gov .
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