Cbi Forensic Scientist (Toxicology) - Pueblo

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Unmatched Benefits:

Did you know that only 15% of employers offer a defined contribution plan? CDPS offers unmatched retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans.

CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation, sick leave, and wellness days.

Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.

Additional benefits we offer include free ECO passes for qualifying State employees within the RTD service area, and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.

About the Work Unit
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation Forensic Services maintains four operational forensic science laboratories throughout the state: Denver, Pueblo, Grand Junction and the Northern Region. Forensic Services is responsible for the scientific analysis of physical evidence collected from crime scenes. The role of our scientists is to evaluate and examine the evidence using the latest state of the art techniques, and objectively testify for the prosecution or defense for the federal, state and local law enforcement agencies that we serve. In order to best serve the citizens of Colorado, we strive to build and maintain partnerships not only with law enforcement agencies but also within the communities we serve.
About the Job
The Forensic Scientist II is the Colorado Bureau of Investigation Forensic Services (CBIFS) technical expert in a specific forensic discipline(s) or sub-discipline(s). This position is responsible for the preservation, analysis and interpretation of physical evidence collected in criminal cases for federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. The Forensic Scientist II must perform all technical and administrative aspects of the work at the highest level of quality, ensuring the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 are met. Technical aspects of this position include, but are not limited to: proper handling and secure storage of evidence, chain of custody requirements, laboratory safety and all facets of casework. Administrative aspects include, but are not limited to: evidence tracking, entering accurate and complete case documentation into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) or other data information systems, and accurate, factual and timely report writing detailing the findings of the analysis. Additionally, this position may be called to provide expert courtroom testimony or serve in an advisory capacity within their qualified discipline(s)/sub-discipline(s). The Forensic Scientist II serves as a liaison with all law enforcement partners of the CBIFS and must demonstrate the highest level of customer service, both internally and externally. This individual must demonstrate competency by successfully passing established proficiency test(s) and through continued skills-based training and professional development. This position is responsible for regularly advising and assisting Forensic Scientist I and Intern level personnel, providing expert guidance as it relates to all technical, administrative and customer service aspects of the forensic scientist position.
Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preservation, screening/analysis and interpretation of evidence collected in criminal cases for federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
• Must be familiar with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards and ANAB Supplemental Requirements.
• Maintain chain of custody and case file records in an electronic laboratory information management system (LIMS). CBI is a paperless system.
• Must demonstrate competency by successfully passing the agency’s training plan, competency test(s), and the established proficiency test(s).

• Enjoys continuous improvement and learning: Updates skill sets through active participation in professional groups, trainings, seminars and conferences. Readily keeps up-to-date technologically by reading forensic literature, journals, and websites.
• Maintain the highest level of integrity: CBI forensic scientists must be above reproach at all times in their personal life and professional life.
• Excellent time management skills, assists others as needed, maintains productivity.
• Strong work ethic: This position requires dedication, commitment, loyalty and an unwavering work ethic. The individual must be supportive of the CBI’s and Forensic Services overall mission, goals and values.
• Flexibility and willingly performing other duties as assigned. This may include but is not limited to: actively serving on the Technical Working Group for a specific discipline, assisting with validating new instrumentation and methodologies, assisting with writing technical procedures, procuring supplies, training coworkers, covering for a coworker during a scheduled leave or in an emergency situation in your laboratory or another CBI-FS facility, and assisting with special projects as needed.
• Professional communication style: clear and concise communication, treats all people with respect.
• Demonstrates the utmost professionalism at the workplace including while providing expert testimony in various municipal, county, district, military or federal courts across Colorado.
• Self-aware and open to feedback and improvement: Considers ideas presented by coworkers and supervisor, enjoys learning new ways to improve personally and professionally.

NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.

• Professional certification in toxicology from CBI recognized certification organizations, e.g. ABC, AFTE, IAI, etc.

• Professional certification in toxicology from CBI recognized certification organizations, e.g. ABC, AFTE, IAI, etc.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. The top group may be invited to participate in a virtual oral board exam.
• Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.