Forensic Science Examiner 1 (40 Hour) - 260210-2583FP-001 - Apply by 2/25/26!
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 Forensic Biology Unit.
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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
This position is full time, following a first shift schedule, 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.
ABOUT US
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.
1. Operational Efficiency, Efficacy and Excellence
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
2. Shared Fiscal Responsibility
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
3. Ethics and Accountability
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.
Qualifications & Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Six (6) years of experience in forensic analysis of evidentiary material.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience required on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
A Master's degree in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
A Ph.D. in forensic science, applied genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, molecular and cell biology or closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience.
Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.
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