Senior Forensic Analyst Division of Criminal Investigation 2025-01394

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Division of Criminal Investigation, under the Attorney General's Office, seeks qualified applicants for the Senior Forensic Analyst position in the Toxicology Unit. Analysts in the toxicology section are responsible for examining biological samples for the presence of alcohol and drugs, writing detailed reports regarding the results of analysis, and testifying to the results in court. This family of positions includes those individuals responsible for handling the physical evidence of a crime in a laboratory setting for agencies of the State of Wyoming. Under minimal supervision, this position is responsible for performing complex forensic examinations of evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies and supporting ongoing criminal investigations. This position creates written reports delineating conclusions of forensic examinations, presents the results in court as necessary, and provides expert forensic advice to any requests from the legal system, including judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys. This position investigates crime scenes as well as determines what evidence should be gathered, documented, and analyzed for future forensic analysis/examination. This position may provide training and guidance to a small number of lower-level employees.

• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement with employer contributions
• Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
• Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
• Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, and short and long-term disability
• Longevity pay

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Perform toxicological analysis of evidence in complex cases and prepare detailed reports summarizing examination findings for law enforcement personnel and the legal community.
• Examination, identification, and comparison of evidence and/or investigation of various types of crimes.
• Conduct field crime scene work to gather and analyze evidence.
• Conducts routine examination and/or investigation without direct supervision.
• Demonstrates effective use of case management to meet the case and/or court deadlines.
• Performs the duties of the unit supervisor in her/his absence.
• Provide expert forensic guidance and advice to judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys to prepare exploratory questions for witnesses.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance checks on chemicals, standards, and quality-affecting materials used in the respective unit.
• Testing purchased chemicals and reagents for efficacy and reliability before they are used in casework.
• Perform technical and/or administrative reviews on reports generated by other Unit personnel. May perform technical review and verifications on reports in multiple sub-disciplines
• Testifies as an expert witness.
• Provides training and guidance for less experienced personnel.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to candidates with degrees in Chemistry, Toxicology, Biology, or other physical sciences, plus 5 or more years of progressive work experience in a forensic laboratory. Preference may be given to candidates who complete competency testing in the scope of practice as required by the laboratory's accreditation standards.

**Valid Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of criminal law as it applies to forensic analysis.
• Knowledge of forensic laboratory techniques, analysis, and applications.
• Knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in forensic analysis and their applications and limitations.
• Knowledge of research or investigative techniques and controls, which limit or expand the significance of the findings.
• Knowledge of the impact of work and testing performed in compliance with accreditation and state/federal regulations.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, with emphasis on those procedures associated with the handling of bio-hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of the theory and application of forensic sciences, statistics, and evidence preservation processes relating to modern forensic laboratory techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Skill in explaining scientific procedures and results to a layperson in understandable terms.
• Skill in recording and maintaining detailed records and in understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions.
• Skill in interpersonal relations, maintaining good rapport with criminal justice personnel and fellow employees, and working with others to achieve common goals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in science)

Experience:

4-6 years of progressive work experience in (Forensic Crime) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Forensic Analyst

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience in (Forensic Crime) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Forensic Analyst

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to being on call 24/7 for response to field crime scenes.
• Ability to travel statewide in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to be on-call for crime scene assistance.
• Ability to work crime scenes, which could involve climbing, crawling, squatting, lying

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• A valid driver's license may be required.
• Salary is commensurate with relevant experience.
• Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation.

015-Attorney General - Division of Criminal Investigation

Click State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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