Forensic Science Technician

This position is located in the Department of Forensic Sciences (DFS), Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL). The mission of DFS is to provide high-quality, timely, accurate, and reliable forensic science services through best practices and the best available technology; focusing on unbiased science and transparency, to enhance public safety and health.

Forensic Science Technicians are responsible for assisting with technical laboratory work, which includes casework, accreditation, quality assurance, and control programs, within the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL).

As a technician, performs a variety of operations in a laboratory setting, e.g., basic testing and troubleshooting for casework, and accreditation;responds to requests from the various Forensic Science Laboratory Units to support quality assurance records in accordance with laboratory, accreditation and statutory requirements; assists with audit preparation and administration; demonstrates continuous efforts to improve operations; and works cooperatively and jointly to provide seamless customer service.

Applies non-routineorspecializedandchallengingproceduresas instructed,andtakescorrective action; accepts and resolves referrals of abnormal or unusual specimens; establishes and monitors quality control procedures and coordinates the laboratory program with overall quality control program of the laboratory.

Utilizes experience and/or training to assist with the day-to-day processes within the Forensic Science Laboratory; and receives comprehensivetraininginreagentpreparation,laboratory decontamination, instrument setup and troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, temperature monitoring, materials and evidence handling and storage, documentation, and report writing.

Degree: biological, sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. Or

Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Specialized

Experience:

Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

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The work is performed inanoffice and laboratory. The officesettingis when preparing documentation, and the laboratory setting is during the testing and analysis phase.

The incumbent may be exposed to hazardous materials, toxic substance, blood borne pathogens, and electric current and electrostatic discharge and is required to follow safe laboratory practices and wear protective clothing including facial masks, safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, etc.

Tour of Duty:Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.

-5:00 p.m.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade:CS-0401-09

Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential

Duration of Appointment:Career Service - Regular Appointment

Collective Bargaining Unit:This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement, National Association of Government Employees (NAGE) Local R3-05, and subject to pay an agency service fee (union dues) through direct payroll deduction.

Position Designation:This position has been deemed Safety Sensitive under the guidelines of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations.

Accordingly, you must successfully pass a…