Criminalist

The Criminalist classification is an entry, training, and sub
- journey level position. Criminalists perform routine and less complex biology and DNA examinations and analyses. They may assist higher-level Criminalists in scientific investigations and the examination of physical evidence at crime scenes and clandestine drug labs. Perform biological screening and DNA analysis to develop DNA profiles from evidence in routine and less complex cases involving known suspects, unknown suspects, and missing persons. Provide technical and administrative review of analysis conducted by other DNA analysts in accordance with laboratory standards and guidelines. Maintain proficiency and competency as a DNA casework analyst by participating in internal and external testing, such as that required by ANAB accreditation standards and the FBI Quality Assurance Standards.
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- You will find additional information about the job in the **Duty Statement**.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- CRIMINALIST
- SENIOR CRIMINALIST

Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement

Position Details

**Job Code #**:

- JC-434103
- **Position #(s)**:

- 420-573-8466-XXX
- **Working Title**:
**Criminalist (DNA Special Skills)**

**Classification**:

- CRIMINALIST
$4,409.00 - $5,863.00 A
$5,768.00 - $8,084.00 B
$6,948.00 - $9,744.00 C
- **Shall Consider**:
SENIOR CRIMINALIST
- $7,626.00 - $10,718.00

**# of Positions**:

- 1
- **Work Location**:

- Santa Barbara County
- **Telework**:

- In Office
- **Job Type**:

- Permanent, Full Time
- Department Information
- This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Forensic Services, Santa Barbara Laboratory. The Bureau of Forensic Services has seven DNA programs in California. Six programs are at regional laboratories, and the positions at these laboratories are assigned to DNA Casework Programs. Positions at the seventh laboratory, the Jan Bashinski DNA Laboratory in Richmond (Contra Costa County), may be assigned to the DNA Casework Program, the CAL-DNA Data Bank Program, the Missing Persons DNA Program, or the Method Development Unit.
- Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a fingerprint check prior to being hired.
- The position(s) requires that incumbents pass a Background Investigation prior to being hired. The Background Investigation may include Criminal Background and a review of any governmental records.
- The position requires that incumbents pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) you to complete and pass a Drug Screening test prior to being hired.
To be appointed to this position as a Senior Criminalist you must be eligible for transfer, reinstatement, or have current list eligibility. This classification does not offer an ongoing exam.

Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 6/17/2024
- **Who May Apply**
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
- **How To Apply**
- **Address for Mailing Application Packages**
Department of Justice
-Attn: Kerry Hoefling
-Department of Justice/DLE - OC - Personnel Services Unit
-1300 I Street, Suite 1140
-Sacramento, CA 95814

**Address for Drop-Off Application Packages**
Department of Justice
-Kerry Hoefling
-Department of Justice/DLE - OC - Personnel Services Unit
-1300 I Street, Suite 1140
-Sacramento, CA 95814
-08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

**Required Application Package Documents**
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Other
- You must submit a copy of your college transcripts and a copy of your college degree(s). Official transcripts will be required upon appointment.
- Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of: Scientific techniques and equipment used in the laboratory and at crime scenes; tests for the identity and comparison of blood and physiological fluids; tests for explosives and flammable materials; toxicological analyses; tests of hairs, fibers, glass, soil, paint, and similar materials, as well as the necessary equipment to conduct these tests; modern methods and techniques in investigations of major crimes; current trends in toxi