Senior Forensic Scientist (Crime Scene Unit)

Duties

• The employee will be responsible for lead-level, full performance forensic scientist work while serving as the Crime Scene Unit training coordinator.
• Full performance forensic scientist work includes demonstrating proficiency in the processing of various crime scenes to include assessment, documentation, identification, preservation, collection, and processing of physical evidence;
• development and collection of fingerprint evidence;
• examination and processing of evidence using standardized and accepted testing methods and providing expert testimony.
• This position is responsible for lead-level administrative assignments to include assigning work to subordinate employees;
• reviewing work products;
• providing guidance in unfamiliar methods and procedures;
• reviewing case files and reviewing/writing reports and providing input into employee performance evaluations.
• This position is also able to fill the Technical Leader position if needed.
• Duties include coordinating the training of newly hired Forensic Scientists within the Crime Scene Unit;
• updating and maintaining the Crime Scene Unit Training Manual;
• implementing and conducting training for the Montgomery County Police Department;
• and coordinating external presentations for community and school events while maintaining a full case load.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, or Computer Forensics

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• Five (5) years of professional experience in a laboratory or crime scene unit actively engaged in the forensic sciences, with particular area of forensic science expertise linked to the position vacancy.

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a natural, physical, or forensic science.
• Currently possess instructor certification through the state of MD or ability to obtain it within training period.

Equivalency:

• An equivalent combination of scientific education and forensic science experience may be substituted as permitted by applicable Federal and/or State mandates and certifying bodies.

Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences

• Proficiency in the processing of crime scenes and associated items of evidentiary value.
• Ability to qualify and provide expert witness testimony.
• Experience communicating effectively with others.
• Experience writing and reviewing detailed reports.
• Experience and/or knowledge of ANAB and COMAR accreditation guidelines and standards.
• Experience instructing and/or training others in forensic applications.

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