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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 18 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 24.73–37.16 an hour
Come join the Public Safety Team in Utah! Enjoy building a career in a brand new modern forensic laboratory working with other experienced scientists while enjoying frequent continuing collaborative education. The Utah Department of Public Safety has the only accredited, full-service laboratory in the state of Utah and has been accredited since 1996. The central crime laboratory is located within... 30 minutes of seven major ski resorts, world class Come join the Public Safety Team in Utah! Enjoy building a career in a brand new modern forensic laboratory working with other experienced scientists while enjoying frequent continuing collaborative education. The Utah Department of Public Safety has the only accredited, full-service laboratory in the state of Utah and has been accredited since 1996. The central crime laboratory is located within... 30 minutes of seven major ski resorts, world class hiking, rock climbing and an international airport. The State of Utah boasts 5 National Parks and some of the best mountain biking and off-road vehicle terrain in the country. The Utah Department of Public Safety allows flexible work times to include a 4- 10 work week which would mean an employee could have an extra day to ski the "Greatest Snow On Earth" or enjoy other outdoor activities.

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Utah State Crime Lab-
The Utah Bureau of Forensic Services Laboratory System (aka, the State Crime Lab) was created by the Legislature to provide timely and comprehensive criminalistic services to criminal justice entities within the State of Utah. By statute (53-10-104), the laboratory shall: "(5) analyze evidence from crime scenes and crime-related incidents for criminal prosecution; (6) provide criminalistics laboratory services to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, prosecuting attorneys' and agencies, and public defenders..."
Principal duties
• Perform scientific examination and analysis of biological evidence.
• Screening of biological fluids using serological techniques.
• Perform DNA analysis using Polymerase Chain Reaction/Short Tandem Repeats
(PCR/STR) based methods and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) methods.
• Produce technical reports based on findings
• Act as an expert witness in court of law.
Requirements
• BA/BS degree in a natural science.
• BA/BS degree must have included and successfully completed work in the
following clearly defined courses: Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry,
and Statistics/Population Genetics
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation as well as a polygraph examination and drug test.
The Ideal Candidate
• Will have knowledge of forensic DNA principles, laboratory techniques and technology.
• Will have knowledge of the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Short Tandem Repeat (STR) analysis, and capillary electrophoresis methods.
• Will have knowledge of biological evidence collection and preservation techniques, rules of evidence, forensic serology, basic human anatomy and physiology.
• Will be familiar with database applications such as LIMS and CODIS.

May be filled with a Forensic Scientist I $30.80, Forensic Scientist II $34.65 or Senior Forensic Scientist $39.16.Supplemental Information
• May be filled with a Forensic Scientist I $30.80, Forensic Scientist II $34.65 or Senior Forensic Scientist $39.16.
Employment Type: Full Time
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Salary: See Position Description Location : Multiple Locations, UT... Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 37771 Agency: 180 Department of Public Safety Unit: 1530 DPS CIT Forensic Science Services Opening Date: 06/21/2023 Closing Date: 7/9/2023 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Exempt Recruiter: Kelly Chinn # of Openings: 2 Schedule Code Description: 12 month probationary period Location: 1 Opening located at:4451 S Constitution BlvdTaylorsville, UT Salary: See Position Description

Location : Multiple Locations, UT...

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 37771

Agency: 180 Department of Public Safety

Unit: 1530 DPS CIT Forensic Science Services

Opening Date: 06/21/2023

Closing Date: 7/9/2023 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA: Exempt

Recruiter: Kelly Chinn

# of Openings: 2

Schedule Code Description: 12 month probationary period

Location: 1 Opening located at:4451 S Constitution BlvdTaylorsville, UT 84129;1 Opening located at:819 West 2nd StreetOgden, UT 84404

Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.

Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.

Background Check: Selected applicants must be willing to provide authorization and information necessary for a full background investigation which may include a polygraph.

Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules

EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

Job Description

Come join the Public Safety Team in Utah! Enjoy building a career in a brand new modern forensic laboratory working with other experienced scientists while enjoying frequent continuing collaborative education. The Utah Department of Public Safety has the only accredited, full-service laboratory in the state of Utah and has been accredited since 1996. The central crime laboratory is located within 30 minutes of seven major ski resorts, world class hiking, rock climbing and an international airport. The newly built southern satalite lab located in Cedar City is within 45 minutes of a major ski resport and just 3.5 hours from Salt Lake City or 2.5 hours from Las Vegas. The State of Utah boasts 5 National Parks and some of the best mountain biking and off-road vehicle terrain in the country. The Utah Department of Public Safety allows flexible work times to include a 4- 10 work week which would mean an employee could have an extra day to ski the "Greatest Snow On Earth" or enjoy other outdoor activities.

http://www.visitutah.com/
Copy and paste the above link to get more information on what the great State of Utah has to offer.

Utah State Crime Lab-
The Utah Bureau of Forensic Services Laboratory System (aka, the State Crime Lab) was created by the Legislature to provide timely and comprehensive criminalistic services to criminal justice entities within the State of Utah. By statute (53-10-104), the laboratory shall: "(5) analyze evidence from crime scenes and crime-related incidents for criminal prosecution; (6) provide criminalistics laboratory services to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, prosecuting attorneys' and agencies, and public defenders..."

Principal duties
• Administer/conduct scientific tests or examinations in the analysis of controlled substances, clandestine laboratory samples, general chemical unknowns, and/or trace evidence collected in connection with criminal investigations
• Evaluates test results
• Communicate test findings and compile reports
• Prepare samples, reagents, and equipment for laboratory analysis
• Gather, preserve, and/or store evidence
• Maintain integrity of evidence through appropriate collection, handling, security, and chain of custody, etc.
• Review and/or inspect work for quality, accuracy, and completeness
• Present findings verbally in a court of law through expert witness testimony
• Write or draft technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis
• Document analysis process to ensure procedures are followed/completed
• Deliver presentations and/or training to staff, management, customers, or the general public
• Operate, maintain, validate and calibrate laboratory instruments
• Develop and implement procedures in response to agency policy, state and federal laws, etc.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance practices
• Work with laboratory chemicals, controlled substances, and various biological fluids with the possibility of being exposed to blood borne pathogens
• Follow all established protocols and procedures
• Complete assigned laboratory tasks as deemed necessary by the forensic chemistry manager
• Senior Forensic Scientist: Supervise major training programs, oversee certification-testing programs, conduct research and planning in support of laboratory projects and goals
Requirements
• BA/BS degree in a natural science.
• BA/BS Degree must include a passing grade in these clearly defined courses; Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Instrumental Analysis
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation as well as a polygraph examination and drug test.
The Ideal Candidate
• Will have knowledge of forensic chemistry principles, laboratory techniques and technology
• Will have knowledge of wet chemistry, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) instrument analysis, and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) instrument analysis methods.
• Will have knowledge of evidence collection and preservation techniques, rules of evidence, and controlled substances.
• Will be able to articulate scientific findings to a judge/jury.
• Will have computer literacy in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Power Point).
• Will be familiar with database applications such as a laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Will have membership in one of more professional forensic organizations.
• Will have certification in a related area from the American Board of Criminalistics (ABC).
• Senior Forensic Scientists must have completed training and be actively working cases in two or more forensic disciplines and pass annual proficiency tests in these disciplines.

May be filled with a Forensic Scientist I $30.80, Forensic Scientist II $34.65 or Senior Forensic Scientist $39.16.

Supplemental Information
• May be filled with a Forensic Scientist I $30.80, Forensic Scientist II $34.65 or Senior Forensic Scientist $39.16.

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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01

All Forensic Scientists are subject to a thorough background investigation, polygraph and pre-employment drug screening. Do you understand this requirement
• Yes
• No

02

Applicants must not have used drugs such as marijuana, amphetamines, anabolic steroids, hashish, amyl nitrates, their chemical derivatives and synthetic equivalents within two (2) years prior to your application. Illegal drug use within the last two years will disqualify applicants for this position. Do you meet this requirement?
• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a BA/BS degree in a natural science?
• Yes
• No

04

Does your major include chemistry, forensic science or any natural science degree?
• Yes
• No

05

Please list your major.

06

Did your degree include a course specifically studying the following? Check all that apply.
• Organic Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Instrumental Analysis
• Forensic Analysis

07

Which labortory location are you applying for?
• Taylorsville only
• Ogden only
• Taylorsville and Ogden

08

Have you ever been employed by a forensic laboratory?
• 5+ years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

09

Please explain in detail your employment in a forensic laboratory, including when and where you gained this experience. If you have no experience please list NA.

10

Do you have any other laboratory experience? This would include general laboratories, internships,work-study programs, etc.
• 5+ years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

11

Please explain in detail your other laboratory experience. Please include when and where you gainedthis experience. If you have no experience please list N/A.

12

Do you have any general laboratory experience (other than forensic laboratory experience)? This would include internships, work-study programs, etc.
• 5+ years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

13

Please explain in detail your general laboratory experience (other than forensic laboratory experience). Please include when and where you gained this experience. If you have no experience please list N/A.

14

Please explain in detail your experience with any laboratory instrumentation. Please include when and where you gained this experience. If you have no experience please list N/A.

15

Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
• State Jobs
• An External Job Posting Site (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Advertisement (Newspaper, Internet, Radio, etc.)
• Professional Network
• University Network (Career Center)
• Referred by a Friend or Colleague
• Contacted by a Recruiter
• Career Fair
• Internal communication from a State Agency that employs me - State employees only
• Other

16

Are you a veteran/disabled veteran? If you would like to receive veteran preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214.
• I am NOT a veteran
• Veteran
• Disabled Veteran

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