DPS - CLD - Crime Laboratory Technician, CODIS

Overview

General Description: Performs highly complex (senior-level) crime laboratory work. Work involves mixing of chemical reagents and performing a variety of technical, maintenance and troubleshooting activities in the crime laboratory, and other general laboratory duties. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Education – Minimum of an associate's degree or equivalent.
• Experience – Minimum of one (1) year experience in a laboratory environment performing similar tasks to those described above.
• Substitution Note – A Bachelor of Science degree in a natural science (chemistry, biology, physics, etc.) with a minimum of 8 hours of Chemistry may be substituted for the experience. Six (6) months of additional full time work experience in a law enforcement setting handling evidence (receipt, destruction, inventory, etc.) may substitute for the eight (8) semester hours in college Chemistry required.
• Licensure and/or Certification – If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.
• Regulatory Knowledge – Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures related to laboratory operations.
• Interpersonal Skills – Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers.
• Organizational and Prioritization Skills – Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism.
• Presentation/Communication Skills – Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations to a variety of audiences and/or individuals.
• Research and Comprehension – Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information, and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.
• Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail – Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.
• Technology – Must possess appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems and be able to learn new software/systems. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Confidentiality and Protected Information – Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information…