Criminalist

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

 

Performs analytical testing on crime-related evidence provided by law enforcement officers. Performs analysis on drugs, urine, blood, physical evidence, etc. Evaluates data & develops opinions based on knowledge, skills & sound analytical processes. Provides court testimony as an expert witness; provides court support for law enforcement officers; assists & trains officers in crime laboratory techniques & analytical methods. Maintains & orders necessary chemicals, containers & supplies used in the crime laboratory. Assists in gathering evidence at crime &/or accident scenes. Prepares laboratory reports for use by law enforcement officers & appropriate courts of law. Researches & interprets current literature concerning trends & changes in laws as applied to crime laboratory analytical methods. Prepares management reports concerning crime laboratory operations & results. Performs other related duties as required.

 

Completion of undergraduate core program in forensic science, biology or chemistry with coursework to include forensic science, analytical chemistry & law enforcement; 2 yrs. pertinent laboratory experience commensurate with job duties to be performed as outlined per approved position description on file; valid driver's license.

Per Hour
$23.87

Please submit all applications electronically at http://careers.ohio.gov

There are five (5) open positions to be filled. The posting will remain open unil all positions have been filled.

http://careers.ohio.gov
Fri, 05/31/2013