Position Type: Classified, Full-Time, Nonexempt, Benefits-Eligible
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is accepting applications to fill a Forensic Scientist position in the Latent Print Section in Topeka, KS. This position will be filled based on the candidate’s successful level of experience in one of the following:
Forensic Scientist I: Hourly Compensation Rate: $22.16
Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: training in the area of latent print examination by means of an intensive two-year training program to include analysis of latent print evidence, comparison and evaluation of latent prints and known prints, physical and chemical development, report writing and court testimony.
Minimum Requirements:
· Bachelor's degree relevant to the field of work. Experience may be substituted for education as determined relevant by the agency.
Preferred Requirements:
· Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Forensic Science, Biology, Chemistry or a related scientific field.
Forensic Scientist II: Hourly Compensation Rate: $26.98
Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: performing analysis of latent print evidence; comparison and evaluation of latent prints to known prints; physical and chemical development; search prints through the Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS); document evidence and write reports of results; testifying as an expert witness in a court of law; provides training and presentations to outside agencies and organizations.
Minimum Requirements:
· Bachelor's degree relevant to the field of work and six (6) months relevant work experience. Experience may be substituted for education as determined relevant by the agency.
Preferred Requirements:
· Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Forensic Science, Biology, Chemistry or a related scientific field.
· Experience performing independent casework; examining, evaluating and reporting out results in latent print cases.
· Experience working in an ASCLD-LAB ISO 17025 accredited laboratory.
Forensic Scientist III: Hourly Compensation Rate: $28.31
Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: performing analysis of latent print evidence; comparison and evaluation of latent prints to known prints; physical and chemical development; searches prints through the Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS); documents evidence and writes reports of results; conducts technical reviews and verifications; testifying as an expert witness in a court of law; provides training and presentations to outside agencies and organizations. Reviews technical procedures and provides assistance with audits.
Minimum Requirements:
· Bachelor's degree relevant to the field of work and two (2) years relevant work experience. Experience may be substituted for education as determined relevant by the agency.
Preferred Requirements:
· Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Forensic Science, Biology, Chemistry or a related scientific field.
· Master’s degree (MS) in Forensic Science.
· Three (3) years of experience performing independent casework; examining, evaluating and reporting out results in latent print cases.
· Experience working in an ASCLD-LAB ISO 17025 accredited laboratory.
· Experience in testifying in a court of law as a Latent Print examiner.
· Certified latent print examiner with the IAI.
TRAVEL
· The position is expected to travel to the locations required to competently and diligently discharge the assigned duties. Occasional in-state and limited out-of-state travel may be required. The incumbent in this position is required to have a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
· Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law.
· As a condition of employment, candidate(s) are subject to a pre-employment process to include a polygraph examination, fingerprint based records check, and comprehensive background investigation, including reference check of past and present employers. The pre-employment process will be waived for current KBI personnel who have previously completed the screening requirements.
HOW TO APPLY
STEP 1:Register by completing the onlinePersonal Data Form
NOTE: Skip this step if you already have an Applicant ID number
STEP 2:Complete theState of Kansas Application Formand submit toKansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI)
STEP 3:E-mail the following required documents to
NOTE: Include the job requisition number and your last name in the subject line.
· Resume
· Letter of Interest
· Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate
· Academic transcripts are required at time of interview.
Your application will be considered incomplete and you may be found ineligible if you fail to submit all required documents by the closing date on the vacancy announcement.
KANSAS TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE
Each applicant applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue website athttp://www.ksrevenue.org/taxclearance.html.
A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days.All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency.If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199.
RECRUITER CONTACT
Name:Kim Howard
Phone: 785-296-8200
Email:
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Recruiter if reasonable accommodations are needed for any part of the application or hiring process.
ABOUT THE KBI
The KBI is a state criminal investigative agency responsible for statewide investigations in support of local law enforcement agencies and for operation of the state forensic laboratory system. The KBI is also responsible for operation of the state criminal history records repository and a number of computer-based systems that support the KBI and state law enforcement activities.
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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