Salary: $41,974 - $61,630 per year

Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled

Duties: Forensic Scientists apply the physical sciences to the investigation of crimes by performing laboratory analyses on physical evidence.

Requirements: To meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment, you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in a natural science, criminalistics, or a closely related field.
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and education may be considered.
• Working irregular hours, second and/or third shifts, weekends, holidays, and evenings may be required.
• Positions in the Police Department must meet the polygraph and background standards that are appropriate to non-sworn positions. The general factors for disqualification are listed at http://www.phoenix.gov/joinphxpd/civildisq.html

How to apply: Apply on-line by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. In your cover letter or resume, please provide sufficient detail to clarify your qualifications for the education and any forensic laboratory experience.

YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

What You Need To Know

• The City of Phoenix conducts pre-employment screening for all positions. The screening may include a drug screening, criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, personal references and certifications. Other screenings may be conducted based on the level of responsibility, access, and requirements of the position or Department.
• For more important information related to employment with the City of Phoenix, please visit: www.phoenix.gov/jobs
• If you need assistance applying for this job, please contact our Application Office at 602-262-6277.

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Posted: November 10, 2008