Criminalist
Oklahoma Indigent Defense System, Oklahoma City, OK, United States
Overview
Job Title:
Criminalist
Agency:
308 STATE BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Supervisory Organization:
State Bureau of Investigation
Job Type:
Regular • Full time
Compensation (Level I – III):
Level I: $68,122.50; Level II: $80,080.00; Level III: $93,587.00
Location:
Firearms & Toolmarks Unit, Criminalistics Services Division, Forensic Science Center, Edmond, OK
The following outlines the responsibilities, requirements, and conditions of employment for the Criminalist position. Information is current at the time of posting.
Responsibilities
Performs scientific analysis on items of evidence submitted for forensic testing, including but not limited to creating test fires, performing comparisons, issuing reports on findings, and testifying in court.
Performs activities in accordance with the OSBI quality system, policies, protocols, accreditation standards, and applicable statutes.
Manages evidence according to policy and accreditation standards, maintains chain of custody, handles casework evidence, and returns or retains evidence as appropriate.
Stays current with proficiency tests and literature reviews; conducts quality control, research/validation, verifications, and peer-review of casework as assigned.
Trains other analysts, law enforcement officers, attorneys, and others as requested/assigned.
Typical Functions
Adheres to validated scientific principles and quality assurance/control; follows safety procedures; analyzes forensic evidence and generates complete documentation and lab reports; enters/searches evidence profiles in forensic databases (CODIS, AFIS, PDQ, NIBIN).
Processes and interprets crime scenes and evidence, ensuring integrity; may fingerprint deceased persons and handle related steps in a sterile environment; may receive medical examiner’s evidence for OSBI laboratory submission.
Complies with subpoenas and court orders; testifies as an expert and prepares court exhibits as necessary.
Reviews current federal directives, participates in professional organizations, and develops/validates new techniques; writes/updates technical protocols and QA/operational policies.
Identifies grant programs, assists in grant writing and reporting, and monitors grant budgets when awarded.
Provides training across roles (criminalists, agents, technicians, students, prosecutors, etc.); represents the laboratory in committees and groups; may provide media interviews.
Monitors proposed legislation affecting forensics; may testify before legislative bodies to explain needed changes.
Performs internal quality audits and ensures compliance with international accreditation and federal standards for DNA analysis and databases.
Maintains professional communications and relationships with peers and stakeholders; advises investigators and prosecutors on appropriate testing and interpretation of results.
Level Descriptor
Level I:
Entry level; training to perform forensic analysis with close supervision and no supervisory responsibilities.
Level II:
Performs a range of basic work; may assist in training others; conducts limited reviews and crime scene work.
Level III:
Independently plans and performs advanced analyses; may train others, lead work, conduct research, and serve as unit or regional supervisor in absence of the supervisor.
Education And Experience
Level I:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Level II:
Level I requirements plus one year of relevant experience or equivalent in firearms comparisons or related forensic work.
Level III:
Level II requirements plus two additional years of qualifying experience.
Note: Experience must be full-time and the primary job responsibility to be qualifying.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies
Level I:
Knowledge of the field (chemistry, biology, forensic science, etc.), basic scientific principles, forensic methods, communications, and math. Ability to prepare evidence for court and testify; establish rapport with colleagues.
Level II:
Broader knowledge across fields and procedures, laboratory techniques, quality standards, safety; ability to conduct crime scene investigations and use laboratory instrumentation efficiently.
Level III:
Advanced knowledge across fields, leadership, public presentations, and conduct of scientific research; ability to mentor others.
Special Requirements
Must possess or be eligible for a valid Oklahoma driver’s license; may require peace officer certification; ability to meet physical/mental stamina requirements; visual acuity and color distinction; willingness to train, be on call, work overtime, and travel.
Willingness to transfer locations as needed; pass background checks, polygraph, drug screen, and other agency requirements; educational/experience selective qualifications may apply.
Certain positions may require IACIS certification as a Certified Forensic Computer Examiner.
Some positions are safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. 427.8; successful applicants may undergo drug screens, polygraphs, psychological evaluation, and background checks.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.
Note
If you need extra assistance or have questions regarding a job you have applied for, please contact the agency for additional information.
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Job Title:
Criminalist
Agency:
308 STATE BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Supervisory Organization:
State Bureau of Investigation
Job Type:
Regular • Full time
Compensation (Level I – III):
Level I: $68,122.50; Level II: $80,080.00; Level III: $93,587.00
Location:
Firearms & Toolmarks Unit, Criminalistics Services Division, Forensic Science Center, Edmond, OK
The following outlines the responsibilities, requirements, and conditions of employment for the Criminalist position. Information is current at the time of posting.
Responsibilities
Performs scientific analysis on items of evidence submitted for forensic testing, including but not limited to creating test fires, performing comparisons, issuing reports on findings, and testifying in court.
Performs activities in accordance with the OSBI quality system, policies, protocols, accreditation standards, and applicable statutes.
Manages evidence according to policy and accreditation standards, maintains chain of custody, handles casework evidence, and returns or retains evidence as appropriate.
Stays current with proficiency tests and literature reviews; conducts quality control, research/validation, verifications, and peer-review of casework as assigned.
Trains other analysts, law enforcement officers, attorneys, and others as requested/assigned.
Typical Functions
Adheres to validated scientific principles and quality assurance/control; follows safety procedures; analyzes forensic evidence and generates complete documentation and lab reports; enters/searches evidence profiles in forensic databases (CODIS, AFIS, PDQ, NIBIN).
Processes and interprets crime scenes and evidence, ensuring integrity; may fingerprint deceased persons and handle related steps in a sterile environment; may receive medical examiner’s evidence for OSBI laboratory submission.
Complies with subpoenas and court orders; testifies as an expert and prepares court exhibits as necessary.
Reviews current federal directives, participates in professional organizations, and develops/validates new techniques; writes/updates technical protocols and QA/operational policies.
Identifies grant programs, assists in grant writing and reporting, and monitors grant budgets when awarded.
Provides training across roles (criminalists, agents, technicians, students, prosecutors, etc.); represents the laboratory in committees and groups; may provide media interviews.
Monitors proposed legislation affecting forensics; may testify before legislative bodies to explain needed changes.
Performs internal quality audits and ensures compliance with international accreditation and federal standards for DNA analysis and databases.
Maintains professional communications and relationships with peers and stakeholders; advises investigators and prosecutors on appropriate testing and interpretation of results.
Level Descriptor
Level I:
Entry level; training to perform forensic analysis with close supervision and no supervisory responsibilities.
Level II:
Performs a range of basic work; may assist in training others; conducts limited reviews and crime scene work.
Level III:
Independently plans and performs advanced analyses; may train others, lead work, conduct research, and serve as unit or regional supervisor in absence of the supervisor.
Education And Experience
Level I:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Level II:
Level I requirements plus one year of relevant experience or equivalent in firearms comparisons or related forensic work.
Level III:
Level II requirements plus two additional years of qualifying experience.
Note: Experience must be full-time and the primary job responsibility to be qualifying.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies
Level I:
Knowledge of the field (chemistry, biology, forensic science, etc.), basic scientific principles, forensic methods, communications, and math. Ability to prepare evidence for court and testify; establish rapport with colleagues.
Level II:
Broader knowledge across fields and procedures, laboratory techniques, quality standards, safety; ability to conduct crime scene investigations and use laboratory instrumentation efficiently.
Level III:
Advanced knowledge across fields, leadership, public presentations, and conduct of scientific research; ability to mentor others.
Special Requirements
Must possess or be eligible for a valid Oklahoma driver’s license; may require peace officer certification; ability to meet physical/mental stamina requirements; visual acuity and color distinction; willingness to train, be on call, work overtime, and travel.
Willingness to transfer locations as needed; pass background checks, polygraph, drug screen, and other agency requirements; educational/experience selective qualifications may apply.
Certain positions may require IACIS certification as a Certified Forensic Computer Examiner.
Some positions are safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. 427.8; successful applicants may undergo drug screens, polygraphs, psychological evaluation, and background checks.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.
Note
If you need extra assistance or have questions regarding a job you have applied for, please contact the agency for additional information.
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