EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory

Ft. Gillem, Georgia

Position: TRACE EVIDENCE EXAMINER (Chemist; GS-1320-11/12/13)

Salary Range: GS11 – $49,702-64,610 GS12 – $59,570-77,437 GS13 – $70,

837-92,090

Closing Date: Open until filled.

REPLY TO ATTENTION OF CILA-TE 01 October 2004

The United States Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory (USACIL), located at

Ft. Gillem, GA, is seeking qualified, experienced candidates for laboratory

examiner positions in the Trace Evidence Division of the laboratory. This

division is responsible for examination of the following major evidence

categories: Textile fibers, paint, soil, glass, fire debris (arson), explosives,

and gunshot residue. The USACIL is located in the Atlanta, GA metropolitan area

adjacent to Forest Park, GA. The laboratory supports military law enforcement

agencies around the world and has a staff of 90+ examiners and support

personnel. A new 88,000+ square foot laboratory facility is currently under

construction with a projected occupancy date of summer 2005. The laboratory

includes the following technical divisions: Drug Chemistry, Firearms &

Toolmarks, Forensic Documents, Latent Prints, Imaging & Technical Support

(which includes audio and video enhancement and computer crime), Serology/DNA,

and Trace Evidence.

Positions: There are currently two vacancies in the Trace Evidence Division.

The official announcement to fill these two positions is expected in the very

near future. It is anticipated that up to four additional examiner positions

will be authorized. The purpose of this announcement is to develop a pool of

interested, qualified candidates to fill the two vacant positions as well as the

additional positions as they are authorized.

Duties: All three grade levels, GS11-13, require previous experience.

Positions will be filled at levels commensurate with the qualifications and

experience of the selected candidates. The GS11 and GS12 positions are

developmental with a target grade of GS13. All major duties and responsibilities

for the GS11 and GS12 levels are identical to those for the GS13 level with the

exception that the examiner works under closer supervision at the lower grades.

Qualified candidates are expected to use a holistic approach to the location,

collection, preservation, and examination of evidence. At the GS13 level,

examiners are expected to be able to analyze the most difficult samples

requiring the most complicated interpretations. At all grade levels, examiners

interpret and evaluate the results of examinations and prepare formal,

comprehensive laboratory reports for use in legal proceedings. The examiner must

be able to travel and testify world wide as an expert witness.

Special Conditions: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals

(residents of American Samoa and Swains Island). They must pass a pre-employment

medical examination, demonstrate

visual acuity and correct color perception, be able to lift 40 pounds from

floor to working height of 48 inches, and must be able to obtain a Secret

Clearance.

Selective Placement Factors: Applicants must possess experience in the

forensic analysis of physical evidence* gained as a result of work at a crime

laboratory or other organization whose primary mission is the examination and

evaluation of physical evidence developed in conjunction with the investigation

of criminal matters. [*One or more of the following evidence categories: textile

fibers, paint, glass, soil, explosives, fire debris (arson), and/or gunshot

residue] ” Applicants whose expertise includes fire debris (arson) analysis

must routinely use the following analytical method as a minimum: gas

chromatography – mass spectrometry (GC-MS). ” Applicants whose expertise

includes textile fiber analysis must routinely use the following analytical

methods as a minimum: polarized light microscopy (PLM), microspectrophotometry (MSP),

and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. ” Applicants whose

expertise includes paint/coatings analysis must routinely use the following

analytical methods: microscopy, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy,

and elemental analysis (SEM-EDX or XRF). In the case of elemental analysis, the

applicant does not have to be the system operator, but must be proficient in

interpretation of the data developed. ” Applicants whose expertise includes

comparative glass analysis must routinely use the following analytical methods:

refractive index determinations using the Emmons double variation method or

glass refractive index measurement (GRIM) system, density comparisons, and

elemental analysis (SEM-EDX or XRF or ICP). In the case of elemental analysis,

the applicant does not have to be the system operator, but must be proficient in

interpretation of the data developed. ” Applicants whose expertise includes

comparative soil analysis must be proficient in the use of polarized light

microscopy for identification of common soil minerals. ” Applicants whose

expertise includes explosives analysis must routinely use the following

analytical methods: polarized light microscopy; elemental analysis (SEM-EDX or

SEM-WDX or XRF); and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. Proficiency

in the use of GC-MS, ion chromatography, IMS, and other explosive detection and

identification systems is considered a “plus.” ” Applicants whose

expertise includes gunshot primer residue (GSR) analysis must routinely use

scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS) for

their analyses.

Point of Contact: Persons wishing to be considered for these positions should

send their resume to our personnel office as follows: United States Army

Criminal Investigation Laboratory, ATTN: Ms. Karen Hill, 4553 N 2ND, Forest

Park, GA. 30297-5122 or via email: [email protected].

Ms. Hill can be reached telephonically at (404) 469-7489.

Resumes: ” Resumes must address the selective placement factors

designated above and include your current salary. ” Please include a

daytime telephone number and email address where you may be reached.

Official Announcement: When these positions have been officially opened, you

will be contacted with instructions on completing the formal application

process. Once this announcement has been made, the application window is

expected to be short so interested candidates must respond promptly.

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