Forensic Science Examiner 1
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Government
Introduction
Are you seeking career growth within the State of Connecticut? If so, consider this new and exciting opportunity! The State of Connecticut, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) is currently recruiting for a Forensic Science Examiner 1 to work within the Identification Section with a focus within the aspects of Latent Print Examination.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOUProfessional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. for more information.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTSThis position is full time, following a first shift schedule 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, on-site, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. In this role, you will conduct full-process examinations while working alongside lab professionals, forensic science examiners and will collaborate with law enforcement partners as needed. More details can be found in the class specification and the Examples of Duties section below.
ABOUTUS
The DESPP is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life for all by providing a broad range of public safety services, training, regulatory guidance, and scientific services utilizing enforcement, prevention, education and state of the art science and technology. DESPP is structured on three key Strategic Pillars created by Commissioner Ronnell Higgins.
- Making decisions through the thoughtful and informed use of data
- Challenging the 'that's the way it's always been done' construct—i.e., thinking outside the box as to how we can improve
- Constantly seeking better results
- Recognizing our collective responsibility to steward the agency's resources
- Realigning planned budgetary actions to ensure that they are in taxpayers' interests
- Preparing together for potential budget stresses and fiscal challenges
- Critically and constantly measuring our practices against our policies
- Performing quarterly performance evaluations agency-wide to measure success and flag areas needing improvement
- Regularly engaging external partners for feedback and assessments
- Opening our doors to Connecticut students and workers for apprenticeships, internships, and career pathways
The Division of Scientific Services serves as the forensic laboratory for the State of Connecticut, providing critical support to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies across the state. The Division is structured into three primary analytical sections:
- Chemical Analysis Section – encompassing toxicology, controlled substances, and general chemistry.
- Forensic Biology/DNA Section – specializing in the analysis of biological evidence and DNA profiling.
- Identification Section – including firearms/toolmarks, latent prints and digital/computer crimes analysis.
In addition, the Division is supported by two non-analytical sections:
- Quality Section – responsible for maintaining laboratory accreditation and quality assurance standards.
- Laboratory Support Services Section – which includes administration, evidence receiving, and case management functions.
Together, these sections work collaboratively to ensure the delivery of high-quality forensic services in support of Connecticut’s criminal justice system.
For an inside look at what it's like to work as an employee for the State of Connecticut, please watch the video below!
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)In the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Division of Scientific Services this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks receiving, examining and conducting complex analyses of physical evidence resulting from all manners of criminal actions.
DEOXYRIBONUCLEIC ACID (DNA) SECTIONIncumbents are responsible for performing complex analysis of forensic biology evidence such as nuclear and mitochondrial deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA).
FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION SECTIONIncumbents are responsible for performing complex analysis of…
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