BROWARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Job
Opportunity
CRIMINALIST II (DNA Specialist)
ANNUAL SALARY $46,392 – $76,290 (UNR2/ Grade 109)
HOURS 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
NATURE OF WORK
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to prepare and
analyze chemical and evidentiary samples in criminal identification and
investigations in the Crime Laboratory of the Sheriff’s Office. Employees
assigned to the DNA Unit perform specialized technical and scientific work in
the application of advanced laboratory techniques in DNA analysis and are
responsible for the formal reporting of and testifying to the findings of such
analysis. Performs related work as directed. Tasks involve the ability to exert
light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some
lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light
weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard
or workstation. Tasks are performed in a laboratory/forensics analysis
environment where proper provisions are in place in terms of employee security
and protection. Due to the nature and location of the work environment, tasks
include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent
with routine conditions in a laboratory/forensics analysis environment.
REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor’s degree in the natural or physical sciences. A Master’s degree
is preferred.
2. Two (2) years experience in DNA analysis. Experience in DNA fingerprinting
and PCR related DNA testing prefered. ABI 310, 3100 or 377 also preferred. Such
experience must be clearly stated on initial application.
3. Qualified applicants must have college level credit in genetics,
biochemistry, statistics, organic chemistry and molecular biology (molecular
genetics, recombinant DNA technology). Advanced course work in molecular
biology, genetics, or related field is preferred. College transcripts are
required at time of application.
WORK LOCATION
Department of Law Enforcement/Criminal Investigations/Crime Laboratory 201
S.E. 6th Street Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled
HOW TO APPLY
Applications may be obtained in the main lobby of the Ron Cochran Public
Safety Complex, 2601 West Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312,
Monday-Friday until 5:30 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday until 6:00 p.m. Completed
applications must be received in the Human Resources Bureau by the closing date
and no later than 5:30 p.m. A resume may accompany a complete application.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. Job Line: (888) 276-7827. Web
Site: www.sheriff.org
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and
screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of
training and experience; typing or data entry test; written test; interview;
polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint
and background check; medical examination; and drug screen.
BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin,
race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans’ preference per Florida law
Post Date: 02/01/2005 List# 05188A (LS) H:APPINTPOSTINGSPOSTINGS.05Criminalist
II (DNA) 05188A.DOC
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