Forensic Chemist I
Job Posting for Forensic Chemist I at Commonwealth of Kentucky
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12/12/2023 (7:00 PM EST)
23-10069
Forensic Chemist I
Pay Grade
13
Salary
$44,213.39 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Kentucky State Police
Location
1550 Wolohan Drive
Ashland KY 41101 USA
Ashland KY 41101 USA
Description
Kentucky State Police is the premier, full-service law enforcement agency in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. With the highest level of professionalism and integrity the Kentucky State Police works to prevent, reduce, and deter crime and the fear of crime; enhance highway safety through education and enforcement; protect and safeguard individual rights; and provide leadership, training, technical, and operational support to the criminal justice community.
Primary Role: Forensic Chemists in the Drug Identification section complete chemical analysis of suspected controlled substances in a variety of criminal cases. Sub-discipline areas include Marijuana Identification, Clandestine Laboratory, and General Unknowns.
This position is integral to the prosecution of those involved in the violation of Kentucky and federal controlled substance regulations. This position requires testimony as an expert witness in court.
The Forensic Chemist Training Program lasts approximately six to nine months and includes pertinent reading assignments, practical examinations on known specimens, written examinations, a competency test for each sub- discipline that an analyst works cases, and a mock trial for testimony in each sub-discipline.
Upon successful completion of the training program, the newly trained analyst will generally process casework under the direction of experienced analysts for a set period of time.
Key Responsibilities:
Primary Role: Forensic Chemists in the Drug Identification section complete chemical analysis of suspected controlled substances in a variety of criminal cases. Sub-discipline areas include Marijuana Identification, Clandestine Laboratory, and General Unknowns.
This position is integral to the prosecution of those involved in the violation of Kentucky and federal controlled substance regulations. This position requires testimony as an expert witness in court.
The Forensic Chemist Training Program lasts approximately six to nine months and includes pertinent reading assignments, practical examinations on known specimens, written examinations, a competency test for each sub- discipline that an analyst works cases, and a mock trial for testimony in each sub-discipline.
Upon successful completion of the training program, the newly trained analyst will generally process casework under the direction of experienced analysts for a set period of time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyzes powders, pills, liquids, and plant material submitted by law enforcement agencies to determine if controlled substances are present.
- Receives specialized training in the handling, processing, and decontamination of chemical and biological hazards.
- Compiles and reviews laboratory reports regarding analysis of submitted evidence.
- Provides expert testimony throughout the Commonwealth pertaining to analysis and reports.
- Receives and is responsible for the security of evidence.
- Maintains laboratory instrumentation.
- Maintains review of work-related literature and other documents.
- Attends trainings and conferences related to the drug chemistry field.
- Responds to crime scenes and other work-related special details as necessary.
- Attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong problem solver
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in chemistry OR forensic science with course work in chemistry.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents in this classification will typically perform their job duties in a forensic laboratory setting. May have some contact with contagious diseases and/or body fluids. Regular handling of sharp surgical instruments. Regular exposure to noxious odors, chemicals substances, and biohazardous compounds.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Larry Boggs at Larry.Boggs@ky.gov
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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